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The Harewood House Half Marathon 2017

2/26/2017

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Wrapping my arm around my friend’s shoulder and giving her a weary squeeze as we dragged our mud caked shoes through the finish funnel at the Harewood House Half Marathon we both looked at each other and concluded the same thing – that was one of the hardest races we had ever completed! We have both undertaken a number of running events in varying conditions and of different distances, so this was some statement! Yet we both still had that post run smile that said; yeah that was tough, but it was somehow still enjoyable!
 
Taking part in the Harewood House Half Marathon was always meant as more of a training run ahead of my forthcoming London Marathon rather than a PB chasing event. The race is set at Harewood House in Yorkshire and promises muddy off road tracks and steep forest inclines; it would be a challenge, a good training event and an excellent excuse to run and explore somewhere new. Before heading to Harewood I came across a race review from a runner who had taken part in the event previously. It warned; ‘if you are purely a road-runner this isn’t for you; in fact if you occasionally go onto flat grass and paths in a managed public park it still may not be for you.’ My friend and I are most definitely road runners, with trail shoes only hastily purchased during race week; so I began to think this may be a bit more of a challenge than I had anticipated…
 
Race day was grey with a gusty wind trying to whip up some force. It was also clear that the heavy rain the UK had been subject to in the days leading up to the event would make the course even tougher; cars were getting stuck simply trying to park, so god knows how we were supposed to be running up hills! Regardless, my friend and I joined the group of runners hardily huddled in the start funnel with the beautiful Harewood House looming behind us, ready to explore the rambling estate.
 
With what I had read in mind I started the race reasonably cautiously, the ground underfoot was good at this point and a nice long stretch of downhill greeted us runners at around mile two. I could have sped off optimistically, almost like running a road race, but I kept controlled. The route then offered almost a little teaser for what was to come, with some small hills appearing and a section of tough undulating grassland which required concentration to maintain good footing. At around mile four the president for the rest of the course was set as I was greeted by a huge hill; steep and long, which then cruelly twisted at the top to reveal a final leg breaking ascent. Now the challenge began…
 
The following miles were a constant hilly battle, sharp inclines mixed in with long steady climbs, all set on varying terrains ranging from thick grassland to bumpy fields and mud thick mounds. Even the downhill sections were hard to run on with the slippery mud meaning that it was less freewheeling, but more a careful and controlled navigation of the safest route. Amidst all of this was the most beautiful scenery, and a sense of almost peace as runners silently weaved through this vast expanse of nature. The course meanders the estate a lot, and spotting Harewood House itself played tricks on your mind slightly as it often seemed you were getting closer to what would be the finish point, only to turn and be faced with yet another hilly climb in the opposite direction. There are certainly worse places to be rambling through though. 
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A few moments in the race I doubted what I was doing. My pace had dropped to slower than what I have been ‘long running’ during my training, and although I had disregarded this being a race where time mattered, it was almost becoming exhausting just keeping my legs going and mentally being alert to the changing conditions. My favourite part however was on a long grassy section which ran almost parallel to Harewood House in the distance. My legs were tiring at this point, around nine miles in, and after another leg draining section, the sight of more hills in the distance seemed like torture! But as I glimpsed the house and  viewed the snake of other runners dotting the serene landscape I realised what a joy it was to be out here, just running and doing what I love. I could keep going!

​The final miles were tough. Although the terrain was perhaps kinder, with a good stretch of downhill, the wind had picked up greatly, so any benefit was almost negated. The final mile itself also featured an almost cruel, sharp hill; just when you thought you had made it, the course bit back one final time. My determination took me up that hill, and as I turned to pass by Harewood House it was a relief to take my muddy and battered feet over the finish line. My time was 1:56:12 – which is nowhere near my half marathon PB but after what I had accomplished, it felt like one.  

 
Harewood House Half Marathon was tough, but I do have to disagree with the previous race reviewer who warned it is not for road runners. There were runners of all levels of fitness, backgrounds and running experience taking part in this race. I think the term race is perhaps even the wrong word for this event; it’s a personal challenge and even the finish times themselves are only published in alphabetical order. We are all probably guilty of saying running is not just about times, but then still secretly being preoccupied by our splits and stats. This event felt like was one of those occasions when running is just running, and it felt equally good to be reminded of that. The event also seemed extra special as it was the first time my friend and I had been able to take part in something together for over six months – it made me happy to share an experience again and create more treasured running memories. ​
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London Marathon Training: Week Eight

2/25/2017

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Week eight signifies the half way point of my marathon training - where have the last eight weeks gone?! I am happy with my progress so far; I am coping well with a more demanding training plan and, most of all, I am still enjoying running despite the tests marathon training gives you. This week I have also taken part in my first race of 2017 - the Harewood House Half Marathon. 

MONDAY: a change to my usual weekly routine, with a replacement weights based class being scheduled instead of my regular Body Pump. The class was fast paced and very repetition heavy which made me fear for my body slightly... 

TUESDAY: my fears were realised today; my legs were in absolute bits. I do not have the greatest flexibility anyway, and it seemed the endless deadlifts which were a strong feature of yesterday's class had really got to my hamstrings. My legs felt tight and like I was walking with bent knees - needless to say I knew running was not going to be easy. I pushed my uncomfortable legs through 7 miles including 4 x 1 mile intervals at 10k pace (roughly 7.30-7.45 min/mile). My conclusion... it is not good to kill your legs off on a Monday during a week of marathon training!

WEDNESDAY: another 7 miles on legs which were still feeling a bit tender. I actually ran faster than my plan's suggested pace, but once my legs got into a rhythm I did not want to disrupt them and was just pleased they were functioning. Body Pump afterwards was more of a struggle and my legs moaned at the use of weights again.

THURSDAY: the day Storm Doris decided to grace us with its blustery presence. I debated most of the day whether running in the strong winds was a good idea, or whether I should seek sanctuary in the treadmill. However, I was aiming for 11 miles and this longer distance made me yearn to be outside. I hate the treadmill, so the prospect of a long run on the monotonous machine actually appealed less to me than running into a gale! I braced the conditions (see beautiful post run windswept photo), battling powerful gusts and driving rain, and managed ten miles at a steady 8.45 min/mile pace; I had nothing left to attempt the eleventh mile but was satisfied with my efforts regardless. 
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FRIDAY: Rest Day

​SATURDAY: with an impending trail half marathon on Sunday I thought I best give my newly purchased trail shoes a test before attempting to run 13.1 miles in them... better late than never! I had chosen to volunteer at my local Lincoln parkrun, so laced up and ran to and from the park, which was about a 5 mile journey in total. I really enjoy volunteering at parkrun and running there allows me to both support our event and still get my own running training in when I need to. Its an option worth thinking about if you are unsure about committing to volunteering at your local parkrun event. 

SUNDAY: the Harewood House Half Marathon. Billed as 13.1 miles across muddy off road tracks and steep forest inclines, it is probably not your most conventional weekly 'long run' as part of marathon training. But my training plan had a half marathon race scheduled for around this point, and I love a challenge and trying something new - so why not! Full blog to follow. 
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London Marathon Training: Week Seven

2/19/2017

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MONDAY: Body Pump class

TUESDAY: despite it being Valentine’s Day there was not much love shared between me and my training plan when I looked and saw I had exactly the same run as last week to complete; 16 x 200m intervals, with 200m recoveries – otherwise known as the run with the never ending intervals.  I ran a two mile warm up in order to get to a nice long stretch of interrupted path before beginning my attack. I say attack, as I really got into the intervals this time around, running many at below my usual 5k pace, and – thankfully – they ticked by much quicker than last week. A cool down mile left me with 8 miles in total, ready for my hot valentines date with the gym for an abs class…!

WEDNESDAY: an easy paced 10 mile run before Body Pump. Being off work today meant I could run in daylight and was able to choose an out and back route along the local river bank. This route choice was much nicer than running loops around the city centre after work, and it didn’t make it feel quite so long for a weekday run. I was absolutely starving at Body Pump after… the hunger made the class much harder than normal!

THURSDAY: another replica run from last week, and another I was not too pleased about seeing again! Seven miles were on the plan, with the middle five miles at half marathon pace. The run was just as hard as last week, and it is difficult to articulate just how many conversations were going on in my head throughout. These ranged from thinking I needed to give up, to surges of determination to keep going! I managed it… with middle splits of 8:05, 7:52, 7:54, 7:55 and 7:34 – it was horribly hard though!

FRIDAY: Rest Day

SATURDAY: my weekly visit to Lincoln parkrun. I felt strong running today and a busy start also benefitted me (a record breaking 460 runners were taking part in the event! ) as it meant I didn’t go off with my usual overly optimistic gusto. This measured start helped me control my splits more and there was no mid-way dip or final lap flagging, and I crossed the line in a satisfying 21:45.
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SUNDAY: feeling adventurous and tired of our well-trodden long runs routes my friend and I ventured to a few unknown paths for a 17 mile run. It was a beautiful day, blue skies and sunshine meaning by three miles in we were stripping off layers and joyfully running in vest tops in February (see image). It was refreshing to be running somewhere new, and even the fact one of the paths we had planned to run down seemed to no longer exist did not throw us, as we somehow quite naturally managed to self-navigate a 17 mile loop. We may have paid the price for an enthusiastic first few miles completed well ahead of long run pace (my fault, my pacing needs to be reined in at times!) as towards the end both of our legs were beginning to feel tired and a bit ‘long runny’. However we still averaged 8:38 min/miles which I was very happy with, and it was not until we drove back along some of the roads we had just been running that I really began to comprehend how far we had actually ran – distance is almost taken for granted during marathon training! 
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#MadeToMove

2/16/2017

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Do you use Instagram? If so, then I need your help (please!)

Lucozade Sport are giving London Marathon runners the chance to win a £1000 donation to their charity - which I would love to win to support my charity, Project Africa Athletics. Project Africa Athletics uses running to change people's lives, and funds raised will allow those less fortunate to reap the rewards of running, whilst also assisting communities living in poverty in Africa.

How can you help? I need ten people to run one mile and post a selfie to Instagram including the hashtag #MadeToMove and tag me in using my Instagram handle @_aliceocarter_

Its that simple - and we secretly all love a sweaty post run selfie anyway! Here's my selfie from today's training run - thank you in advance if you choose to share yours! 
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My Marathon Day Packing Tips

2/15/2017

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I have had a few days annual leave this week and have been using some of my free time to think ahead to things I need to sort ready for April - marathon month. Yes, I am being very organised, but as I will be in America supporting my friend run the Boston Marathon only a few days before my own London Marathon, I do not want to leave anything last minute. No one needs to be stressing a few days before race day! 

This will be my fourth marathon and I now feel reasonably confident with what I need to pack for the day. I can however remember being so nervous prior to my first marathon about what I needed to take and scared I might forget something crucial. Here are a few tips I have picked up along the way;

1) Packing List
Make a list of what you need for the marathon - do not take anything for granted! I sit and think through the day, getting ready to run, running itself, post run celebrations etc. and note everything that is involved. This includes the obvious - running trainers - to something you may not immediately think of, like making sure you have something different to put on your feet after finishing the marathon (a pair of flip flops are often recommended!) just in case your feet are not in the best of states!

2) Old Jumper/Bin Bags
Dig around and find on old hoody or jumper you no longer care about which you can wear on race morning. After you have said goodbye to your bag at the baggage drop you do not want to be left standing in a tiny vest and shorts for ages, waiting to start and getting cold. I have exhausted my old jumper stock now, so tend to pick a jumper up from a cheap shop like Primark. I keep this jumper on until literally a minute or so before the start, then toss it to the side. Some people also wear their jumper for a few miles into the race until they have warmed up fully. Charities collect the discarded clothing so do not fear about it being wasted! I also pack bin bags in case its raining on race day, as these can offer additional, cheap waterproof shelter whilst waiting to start. 

3) Loo Roll
This is something I have gradually realised is a 'must pack' item. After queuing for ages to use a portaloo its often the case that there is no toilet roll left after hundreds of other runners have done their business before you. Having some toilet roll or spare tissues to hand can help make the trip just a little more pleasant!

4) Portable Chargers
I do not listen to music or use any form of app whilst running, but I know that my mobile phone's battery will be flagging after the marathon. After an early start, responding to good luck messages, posting start line selfies to social media, and then trying to get in contact with people at the finish line,there will definitely not be much life left in my iPhone. If you are planning on using your phone during the marathon then I doubt you will have much battery left at all! Portable phone chargers are fab; small devices which can hold a lot of charge and are not too expensive buy. They can bring a phone back to life and ensure you can share your marathon achievement with loved ones.
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5) Expo Trainers/Shoes
On the day before a marathon the last thing you need is to make your feet sore or blistered through poor footwear choice. It may not look the height of fashion matching a pair of brightly coloured trainers with normal clothing, but I always wear a pair of older running shoes as I walk around. It keeps my feet comfy and also seems to act as a bit of marathon runner identity (you will probably be able to spot people at the expo who are running through their footwear choices!) You will also unintentionally cover a lot of ground looking around the Expo or even if you are just traveling around London, so be mindful of planning too much in the day before you run!

6) Post Run Treat
A fellow runner once advised me to pack something you will enjoy for after the race, a little treat. It might also be something to think of in those final miles! Although I was not in the best of moods after finishing the Manchester Marathon I do remember being able to raise a smile as both my friend and family had bought me maltesers - my absolute weakness! The included photo is of me after the London Marathon in 2015, in a happier mood, and sipping on a celebratory drink my friends had surprised me with. 
So maybe drop some packing hints to your supporters too! 
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London Marathon Training: Week Six

2/12/2017

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This week my training has been fueled by my own dogged determination, with the added assistance of Max Strength Cold and Flu tablets... you will not see that written in any official marathon training guides!

MONDAY: after struggling with a cold at the weekend I woke today feeling no better; totally bunged up and battling to breathe. Armed with said cold and flu tablets, pocket tissues and sipping endless amounts of water I made it through the day. Since I was feeling slightly improved on the morning, and me being me, I decided to go to my Body Pump class.

TUESDAY: my germs were marginally better today, so there was definitely no avoiding the 6 mile run I had planned featuring 16 x 200m intervals, with 200m recovery periods. For me this run was more of a mental than physical challenge. I completed the short reps at 5k pace and found I could adequately recover between bouts, the battle however was keeping my mind motivated to push myself 16 times over!

WEDNESDAY: a longer mid-week 10 mile run finishing at the gym for Body Pump. At first I struggled a bit with my cold when running; my chest was tight in the chilly air and a new niggly cough seemed to be developing. Thankfully this was due to be an easy paced run (average 8.44 min/mile), and I could thus steadily tick away the miles. I have no doubt if had rested prior to this day my cold may have disappeared by this point, but...!

THURSDAY: as I was due a later start at work I planned a morning run. I was a little sluggish to begin with having not had too much rest between my evening activity yesterday, but I got into my stride, drawing on some determination to successfully get through my planned 7m tempo run. The  five middle miles I completed at around 8 min/mile pace and on a hilly route, with snow threatening to fall I was pleased to keep my resolve and not let my pace slip. 
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FRIDAY: Rest Day

​SATURDAY: finally feeling relatively germ free I looked forward to an improved Lincoln parkrun visit. Amid the snow flurries trying to fall, I ran the course in 21:52; a sub 22 minute time which I was much more satisfied with (see smiley post run photo). Upon finishing I even felt like there was a bit more left in my legs, a good sign after being completely spent last week. This was my 40th parkrun and I also managed to coincidentally finish in 40th position over all!


SUNDAY: conditions today were awful; it was cold, rain was lashing, sleet tried to mix with the raindrops and painfully splatter skin, and there was a strong wind... perfect 16 mile run long run weather then! I ran with my friend and at times I think we both questioned our sanity as we ran with icy rain driving into our faces and a strong headwind trying to make every step feel harder. But we made it, and despite the conditions threatening to make the run seem more like some kind of torture than a supposed pleasurable pastime, there were sections of shelter and rain relief which were enjoyable. Today was a day when you kind of just wanted to 'get round', so I was really happy to see that my average pace was 8.40 min/miles, and moreover my legs were not totally knackered at the end. My legs were however ripped to shreds from my ridiculous decision to wear shorts and consequential rain related chaffing issues... lets just say the post run warm shower was not as enjoyable as I would have liked! Marathon training - its not glamorous! ​
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Why I Write A Running Blog

2/8/2017

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Why do I spend a few hours each week blogging and writing about my training​ and running? Does anyone actually care? Does it really matter? I initially started my blog to raise awareness of my London Marathon training in 2015, and three years on I am still going strong... 

One of the main reasons I keep a running blog is because I value the reflection it gives me. If I can inspire, entertain, help, or give comfort to people along the way that's also great of course! But on a personal level, writing a blog makes me accountable for what I do, and also makes me think about what I'm doing. This is not for motivational purposes as such - I don't need forcing to run or train! - but more in an attempt to stop myself doing too much and to ensure what I do continues to make me happy. Those that may have read any of my weekly run reports may have spotted I am very quick to acknowledge when I am perhaps being a bit crazy and doing rather a lot, if it wasn’t for this active reflection I know I would struggle to admit or act on it.
 
I enjoy looking back on past blogs too; rereading my race accounts helps fire up those treasured memories, and glancing back over my training weeks can help remind me of the progress I have made and also what I can possibly work towards achieving. I use a paper diary to log the basic information after each run, distance, pace, how I briefly felt etc. but I enjoy my online blog version for going into a bit more detail and adding a personal touch which I hope others can appreciate. This is usually accompanied by a selection of running related photos from the week, which themselves can often help make running even more interesting. Sometimes I will set out for a run and realise I have not taken any photos that week which could be used on my blog. I then set myself the challenge of taking a good selfie or finding that perfect photo which, when uploaded to my blog, would encapsulate that training week. ​
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I remember one Easter Sunday in particular spending a good hour and a half on my long run trying to spot the perfect location to take a selfie with a set of daffodils! I also apologise to my long suffering run buddy who frequently gets roped into a selfie or two (see attached image of our latest - shockingly poor - attempt at taking a mid run photo!)

​There are negatives for publishing a blog so publicly and shouting about your goals. If things do not go to plan then you feel you have to also shout about that. One of the hardest things to do after my experience at the Manchester Marathon in 2016 was to send out that post run social media status. To sum up that race in a few Twitter characters was impossible, and it was not until I was able to publish my race review 
blog I felt I could fully explain the race and also acknowledge all those who had helped me. I was overwhelmed by the response I had to this blog though; I try and be honest in my blog writing. I don’t paint a perfect, pretty picture all the time and am open with things I struggle with – because we all know no one’s life is perfect, let alone running!  
 
There are lots of running blogs online now, and I don’t doubt many people think there’s no need for another one. But if you feel it is something you would benefit from then I recommend you give it a go. ​
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London Marathon Training: Week Five 

2/5/2017

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This week it seemed the full force of marathon training hit me. After a good start to the week, the latter end proved more of a challenge, with my body perhaps reminding me of what I am actually putting it through...

MONDAY: despite being under the influence of some painful DOMS lingering from the weekend's four hour Classathon and long run (more here), I took my aching limbs to a Body Pump class.

TUESDAY: today's interval run felt like never ending reps; 6 miles with 12 x 400m and 200m recoveries. I aimed to run the intervals at 5k pace, and bar a couple which were fractionally slower, kept to this target well. Focusing on the run in question meant I was able to ignore the lashing ran pelting against my body, until that is I finished my run at the gym and took my bedraggled and cold self to an abs class-  not the best idea!

WEDNESDAY: an easy paced 8 miles. I found I could keep my pace under control (average 8:45 min/mile) as having to run straight after work in order to finish in time for my Body Pump class meant I still felt quite full from a late lunch. As I weaved through Lincoln's streets 8 miles seemed long as the darkness meant I was trapped from venturing away from the street lit roads.  Body Pump afterwards was much tougher following a longer mid-week run. 

THURSDAY: this was my hardest non-long run to date, and on tired legs I had to push hard to keep my tempo run on target; 6 miles with the middle 4 miles at half marathon pace (between 7.50-8 min/mile). It took real mental strength to believe I could do it and not give up, and I was extremely welcome when I made it home. Sitting, trying to recover I realised that with switching rest days last week I had exercised for 7 days consecutively,  clocking up 42 miles and 7 exercises classes in the process - ouch. It was no wonder my body felt knackered.

FRIDAY: Rest Day - this was needed immensely. In fact I crashed badly today and had zero energy, struggling with aching limbs, painfully sore feet and a weary mind. I think my body was telling me something!

SATURDAY: I woke today feeling less like I had been hit by truck, but with the murmurings of a cold. I was therefore not expecting miracles on my trip to Lincoln parkrun. However as our Run Director aptly reminded us all; parkrun is a run, not a race, so I don’t expect to be hitting PBs or perfect runs every week – that is not all parkrun is about! I set off with my usual gusto and was on track for about half the course. I then faded with my legs struggling to find that extra push to keep my pace, and I finished in 22:11. Considering how awful I felt yesterday and with a weary body I was happy, especially as it was another bumper turn out for our Lincoln event.
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SUNDAY: my cold made its presence fully felt today, and after a disturbed night’s sleep I knew I would wake to the prospect of a long run feeling slightly rubbish - great! My 16 miles were so much better than I anticipated though. To begin it felt like a struggle, the cold air hurt my chest and my breathing felt out of sync, but as I met my friend (see images) and we ran together my mind was soon taken off over analysing how my body felt, and I could just let the miles tick by. I think we were both shocked to read our final Garmin stats – my watch showing 16 miles with an average pace of 8:38 min/miles - a pace I would have thought I could only be capable of feeling in my best condition. Another long run in the bag, and another made much more enjoyable and rewarding through running together. Now I must try and shift this cold ASAP and ensure I look after myself a little bit better for the remaining 11 weeks! ​
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Prize Draw

2/1/2017

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As you may be aware, I am running the London Marathon in April in aid of Project Africa Athletics.
 
Project Africa Athletics aims to support athletes in rural areas of East Africa. The charity seeks to give exposure to athletes living in poverty who possess the required talent to compete internationally and allow them to earn a decent living through running. Project Africa Athletics then assists these athletes with developing sustainable projects back in their rural villages to improve quality of life.The funds I raise will allow those less fortunate than me to reap the rewards of running, whilst also assisting communities living in poverty in Africa.
 
Thanks to the support of numerous organisations I have been donated a number of prizes which I am raffling in aid of Project Africa Athletics.  These are;

Aftershokz Wireless Trekz Titanium Headphones: These bone conduction headphones are sold at a RRP of £109.99. The bone conduction technology delivers music through your cheekbones, ensuring your ears remain completely open to hear other sounds. Bone conducting headphones are the only earphones fully approved for use in all road races under the UK Athletics rules of competition.
 
Signed Alistair and Jonathon Brownlee ‘Swim Bike Run’ Book: In their own words these brothers are ‘two ordinary men from Yorkshire trying to conquer the world of Triathlon’ - I think they are doing a pretty good job of it! This paperback copy of their bestselling book is signed by both brothers.
 
Signed Dame Jessica Ennis-Hill Photograph: Dame Jess is a British athletics legend and heptathlete superstar, and this signed photo captures Jess competing at the London 2012 Olympic games.
 
Skins Clothing: Clothing brand Skins have donated two items of clothing; calf tights (size M) and women’s capri tights (size S) which both can be won as a bundle.
 
To enter any of the above draws simply donate £1 to http://uk.virginmoneygiving.com/Alice.Carter including the following words in the comments section;

Headphones (to enter the Aftershokz headphone draw)
Brownlee (to enter the signed Brownlee brothers book draw)
Jess (to enter the signed Dame Jessica Ennis Hill photo draw)
Skins (to enter the Skins clothing draw)
 
Every £1 donated equals one entry; for example a donation of £5 equals five entries, which then equals more chance of winning!
(Note: please do not Gift Aid prize draw entries as donations made towards a prize cannot be counted for Gift Aid)

The closing date for all draws is the 28th February. An individual winner for each prize will be drawn at random. Each winner will be contacted and prizes sent accordingly (sorry only UK entries).

​Thank you and good luck!
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