I am starting out on a running programme for the first time tomorrow - actually a walk/run programme as suggested by Runner's World magazine. I am really looking forward to it, but at the same time am a bit apprehensive as I am quite an inpatient person and have gone in all guns...
I see this is on the listings for this Thurs 7:00 p.m. on BBC1. I am assuming this is the same one that was going to be called "From start to Finish" mentioned on an earlier thread.Could be interesting! Run for GloryThu 2 Mar, 7:00 pm - 7:30 pm 30mins13 people from around the c...
Hey! I reckon I get to start the thread of the Flara London Marathon day! As its past midnight?Correct me if I am wrong!What: 0.5kWhy: got knocked down on a pedestrian crossing by a minicabLast rest: yesterdayLast hard: today: it hurts!Severely bruised lower legs and left knee, s...
Hi there,I doubt anyone will remember me, but I first popped on here about 18 months ago when I started plodding. At the time I weighed over 20st and was very grateful for all the support and encouragement I received from these boards. Unfortunately, I developed arthritis and h...
in tracter wheel holes but easy to stride over. The paths clear of nettles and brambles, mostly clay with flit, which drains well, some exposed chalk tht could be slippy if wet, a short bit of farm road and some nice soft grass land. There is one field full
Just started running (1month) and feeling really good for it. Problem is when socialising still drink like a fish and smoke a pack of fags. Feel the pain on next run (usually about 2-3 miles), and promise not to repeat, but do!!I hardly smoke except when I have a few drinks. It's...
Hi I am a first timer and have a place for next years marathon running for PHAB Kids. Was hoping to find some other runners who are running for this cause who want to keep in touch and help motivate nearer the time? I've just filled the form in - did they get back to you reasona...
This is a thread just for me, and for other people to maybe follow what you can/can't do training for a marathon.In January 2006, I entered Paris Marathon. My target was 3:15... trained quite hard, lost a few pounds and got there at 14st 4lbs and ran 03:32:59.Decided that wasn't ...
Hi - I am doing my first half marathon at Berkhamsted - I hear there are some killer hills to contend with! Is anyone else running who can keep me motivated? Anyone else doing their debut half too? I think I've set myself a bit of a steep challenge with my goal time, but hey, ...
I was thinking of doing this half but don't know the area, is it particularly hilly? I'll be doing this race for certain as it starts and finishes across the road from my house.I run the route all the time symo and it's as flat as a pancake so no worries there. Hail HailAye, but ...
