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Liverpool Rock 'N' Roll Half Marathon 2017

5/30/2017

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Before taking on the Rock n Roll Liverpool Half Marathon I had managed to notch new PBs at 5k, 10k, and marathon distance during 2017. The temptation to add the half marathon distance to this list was therefore certainly on my mind.  I was cautious about my chances though, I had not really trained specifically for the race and was just relying on my residual marathon fitness and the running I had been doing since the London Marathon to get me through. I was not unprepared by any means, but for some reason I did feel nervous as race day approached, especially with hot weather forecast for the day. It would be my third consecutive Liverpool Rock n Roll Half Marathon and one thing I did know was I would enjoy the day regardless of my time, and also that I would come away with a haul of medal bling!
 
Waking on race day to see the paths splattered from overnight rain and the sky covered with light fluffy cloud I was overjoyed. A quick flick onto my iPhone weather app informed me it was 14 degrees outside – much more bearable for running and far less intense than the previously forecast 20 degrees. My nerves disappeared like the summer sunshine seemed to have; I didn’t want to be racing in that heat and now it seemed like my chances of making it around the 13.1 miles course without melting were better, as well as my possibility of sneaking a PB. The race starts near Liverpool’s dock and finishes on the dockside itself, with the final four miles of the course actually running adjacent to the water. This finishing stretch can make or break a race depending on the direction of the wind. I was running with my sister and as we met up her run club - The Dockside Runners - it was clear to see which direction the wind would be blowing as it ruffled through flags; the final four miles would be a head wind. The consensus however seemed to be that this was much preferred to scorching sunshine, and my mood remained optimistic.
 
To run a PB I had a 1:45:44 time to beat. My sister and I opted to try run together, her half marathon PB is far quicker than mine, but she had predominately been training for a duathlon, so again had not got very specific expectations for this race. After a poignant moment stood on the start line in which a moment of silence was held for those who lost their lives and had been affected by the recent Manchester terrorism attacks, the race began, with countless fellow runners adorning yellow ribbons as a sign of support and remembrance.
 
The initial miles through Liverpool’s city centre flew by; we settled into a target pace of between 7:50 and 8 min/mile and quickly overtook the 1:45 pacer. I had mixed feelings about this as from now on I would have slight dread in my mind that the pacer would catch me up, which would mean my chances of a PB would also be slipping away. I tried to put this to the back of my mind though and focused on the more challenging section of the route to come. This challenge was presented in the form of the three near consecutive hills, all fairly long and steadily inclining, with the final one ‘Parliament Hill’ being the cruellest. The hills are early enough on in the race to face with relatively fresh legs, but on the other hand they are also early enough on in the race to potentially leave your legs suffering with many miles still to come. We steadily ticked off these tests, and as we entered the part of the course which incorporates many of Liverpool’s glorious parks, I felt in control still.
 
It was peaceful running through these parks and seeing a snake a runners drifting through, the peace only disrupted by the live bands dotted around the course which popped up and offered extra motivation. I felt like I was running comfortably hard – a phrase which is difficult to appreciate sometimes, but it seemed like I was pushing my legs but not to the point they were going to fail me. I had specific flashbacks at times to my run last year where I massively struggled (more here) and could remember just how empty my legs had been. I felt good to be in far better place.
 
As we left the final park the head wind of the dock beckoned for the last four mile stretch. Glancing at my watch I knew it would indeed be make or break time for my PB. I think I went into marathon mode at this point, I got my head down and focussed on ticking off each mile, my legs were tiring beneath me but I knew they must still have some marathon strength in them somewhere, so I just believed I could keep going. I drifted ahead of my sister at this point, which was a shame we could not run the whole way together, but I just had to keep moving forward and keep consistent pacing against the wind.
 
With one mile to go I knew I had achieved a PB, the question now was just how much of one could I squeeze? I picked up some extra pace in my legs and pushed for the finish, roared by the crowd who lined the final few hundred metres extremely well. Line crossed, watch stopped, I looked down – 1:43:35. 
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This was a near 2 minute PB, which I had not expected at all, and also was virtually 20 minutes quicker than my 2016 time on the same course. Admittedly I was not in a good shape in 2016, but I felt proud of how I far I had managed to come since that moment. My sister crossed the line shortly after me, she was less pleased with her time, but the real magic of Liverpool’s Rock n Roll event was still to come and is enough to lift anyone spirits…

Last year I had an amazing time post race joining the Dockside Runners cheer station and encouraging all the marathon runners, who start after the half marathon, and I was keen to join the fun again. Together with many other Dockside Runner half marathon finishers, my sister and I joined the crowds along the finishing stretch, positioned about 200 metres to go. I found it incredibly inspiring being stood there; my hands hurt from clapping and my heart was just filled with emotion. There were so many touching moments; looking at the expression on runners’ faces when they saw the finish line, their eyes lighting up at the pure joy of seeing the finish, the determination they found to get to that line, and the moment they realised what they had achieved. Then there were the children who spotted a parent or family member, and joined them hand in hand to complete the final section, their tiny feet racing alongside the weary strides of the marathoner. I peered at peoples’ bibs attempting to spot names and give a more personal cheer, as well as trying to give runners who were walking that extra push – ‘the finish line is right there!’ I bellowed ‘you’ve got this!’

​The moment which reduced me to tears however was when a runner appeared from the crowd whose legs were rapidly going. Flanked either side of him were two Merseyside Policemen, giving him support and making sure he made that line. That is human spirit. We stood and clapped for hours, even as the crowds thinned and the final runners trickled through, we just could not bring ourselves to let anyone complete that finish alone! It is so rewarding being able to do that, we are supporting strangers and we could have quite easily gone and sat in a pub with a cider (that could wait!) but it makes the whole Rock n Roll experience extra special.

 
Arriving back home from Liverpool on Monday I hung my two medals (one for the half marathon and one – the encore medal – for running the event on consecutive years) on my medal board and amended the chalk PB numbers next to ‘Half’. Never at the start of the year did I think that by the end of May I would have set a new PB at each distance; but I had. What I have also achieved among these accomplishments however are many new experiences and memories made with friends, and I hope this year will hold more to come.
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The Week It Was Hot

5/26/2017

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Summer (or a brief period of summer at least!) landed upon us this week, with temperatures suddenly increasing markedly to what we had been used to. The heat made running seem hard, and my awkward running tan lines also rapidly started to appear. I tried to use this week as a bit of an acclimatisation week; running in the heat, accepting it was more of a challenge and hoping my body would begin to adapt better ready for summer marathon training months. On Sunday however I took on the Liverpool Rock n Roll Half Marathon (hence the  later weekly round up!) and was hoping for slightly cooler conditions..! 

MONDAY: double classes to kick start the week; Body Pump followed by Body Attack - my friend suggested staying after Pump for the second class and I never say no!

TUESDAY: the first day of notable hot weather, and a hard interval run. I ran the same session as last week, 6 x 400m reps, but it felt like considerably more effort and my legs almost seemed sapped of energy. Abs at the gym after. 

WEDNESDAY: a steadier 6.5 mile run before Body Pump. Running at a more consistent pace made the warm conditions seem slightly more comfortable today. 

THURSDAY: an easy 5 mile run around the local Common. It was very hot today and I waited until much later than normal to run. Delaying my run certainly helped and it is something I need to get used to doing more in warmer weather. The undulating terrain of the Common helped keep my pace down and I ran more to feel rather than focusing on my watch, ensuring the run was not too taxing on my legs. 
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FRIDAY: Rest Day

SATURDAY: an easy 5 mile run, in which I ran 2.5 miles to and from volunteering at Lincoln parkrun (see image). It was such a beautiful morning I could not resist lacing up my trainers, but I ensured I kept the pace very relaxed so not to needlessly tire myself out before Sunday's half marathon

​SUNDAY: Liverpool Rock n Roll Half Marathon - full blog to follow ​
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Looking Ahead - Liverpool Rock N Roll Half Marathon

5/24/2017

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One of the great things about running and taking part in events and races is that it lets you explore not just your local area, but also new cities and countries. I love seeing new places when I enter races - it is usually the only reason I travel anywhere! - however sometimes a race and/or place is so good you just want to keep going back. On Sunday it will be my third Liverpool Rock n Roll Half Marathon; which says something!

Liverpool's Rock n Roll event has a unique feel; part of the global Rock n Roll series it is enjoyed by runners from across the UK and also the world. The event is packed with atmosphere and provides the biggest, blingiest (not sure that's a word!) medal haul I have even seen! The route incorporates Liverpool's city attractions, its beautiful parks, the famous dockside area, and has numerous live bands dotted around to provide extra motivation. It is simply a wonderful 13.1 mile tour. 

The first time I took part in the event I ran alongside my friend (more here), and it was very memorable to be able to complete the route together, and it was also my first ever half marathon race (despite having already competed a marathon!) Last year I took part with my sister and her Liverpool based run club - The Dockside Runners. At the time I was not in good health and really struggled round the course, posting a Personal Worst for a half marathon (more here). I still loved the day though, and cheering on the marathon runners afterwards was such a wonderful feeling. 

For this year's race the forecast looks to be hot, which worries me slightly. I do not feel I am acclimatised to summer running yet, and the couple of runs I have managed this week in similar conditions to those foretasted, I have found tough. The temptation to go for a PB is there even though I have not trained specifically for this event and have really just been recovering from the London Marathon and running for my own enjoyment the last few weeks. I know I do not want to push myself too much as my training for the Berlin Marathon starts very soon, and I want to be fresh. If I can squeeze a PB I would be very happy, if not, it will not be the end of the world either. 

Another of the great things about running is the social side. This means I am also looking forward to using the Rock n Roll Half Marathon event, which is cleverly combined with Bank Holiday weekend, as a chance to celebrate my London Marathon achievement with others, which I have not really managed to do yet. To use the cliche phrase, it will be nice to 'let my hair down' a bit, especially before marathon training starts all over again! 
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The Week Of....

5/20/2017

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No the title of this blog is not a typing error - I really could not think of anything meaningful to summarise this week as! It has not been a week of nothing by any means, I have managed to attend four exercises classes, run just over 30 miles, and try and prep a little more for the half marathon I have next weekend. I have completed and ran what I wanted, what I enjoy and what makes me happy - perhaps therefore this was 'The Week For Me' 

MONDAY: for the first time in over a month I attended a Monday Body Pump class. For me, one of the die hard regulars, it felt like I had been away for an eternity! Whilst I have been attending Body Pump over the past weeks on Wednesdays, the exercises are slightly different with alternate instructors, so this hurt all over again - but in a good way!

TUESDAY: after stating last week I struggle to find the motivation to go out and run intervals without a plan telling me to do so, this week I surpassed my own expectations and planned an interval session. On paper it was nothing too taxing, 5 miles with 6 x 400m reps, although in practice it did feel rather hard work, and I could tell I was a little out of touch from withstanding the usual interval pain levels. Finishing my run at the gym for abs, I felt good though knowing I had pushed myself.

WEDNESDAY: a steady 6.5 mile in absolutely torrential, non stop rain. It was therapeutic to run in the rain and I had to laugh at myself, not just for how much of a drowned rat I looked, but also as I had chosen to wear my London Marathon finisher t-shirt from this year, which is adorned with an Ice Cream made from London landmarks (see image). This felt a bit ironic considering the very non summery conditions I was running in! Body Pump after.

THURSDAY: Body Attack class

FRIDAY: Rest Day
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SATURDAY: as part of my aims for the rest of the year I have carefully planned in my next few parkrun weekends to allow me to reach my 50th run at the same time as my friend (more here). This meant volunteering this Saturday at my local Lincoln event.  I love volunteering just as much as running, so I was really looked forward to my stint in the high viz. On a sunny morning I ran down to parkrun, helped scan in all the wonderful Lincoln parkrunners, and then ran a scenic loop back home. I accumulated 7.5 miles in the process and seriously recommend trying it if you want to support your local parkrun event, but also would still like to get some miles in on a Saturday morning. 

​SUNDAY: an 11 mile run with my friend; a pleasant mix of steady miles, conversation and sunshine. I have enjoyed the past couple of Sunday long runs; I have not really gone out with a specific distance in mind and definitely no target pace. I have simply took pleasure from running, chatting and not feeling any pressure. With my second stint of marathon training starting very soon and ambitious goals to chase, I know this will not be the case for much longer, and runs will also get lengthier and my attention will shift back to focus more on pace and times. So I am enjoying this break (if you can actually call my current weekly exercise habits a break) whilst I can!
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So...What's Next Alice?

5/17/2017

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Following my completion of the London Marathon (see image), the question that soon followed the standard 'How did you get on?', 'What was your time?', 'Did you enjoy it?' was - 'So what's next Alice?' People know me by now, there is always a 'next'. So what exactly it is...

My next event is the Rock n Roll Liverpool Half Marathon, in just over a week's time. This race has become a bit of an annual event for me; with my sister living in Liverpool it makes for an easy trip logistically, and even bigger bonus is the race is also very good, with an interesting course and great atmosphere (read about my past experiences here and here). I am a little unsure what my aim for this race is as I have not really trained specifically for it and am just relying on my residual marathon fitness and the running I have been doing since. I would really like to just enjoy the day and not put too much pressure on myself, however, so far in 2017 I have ran PBs at 5k, 10k, and marathon distance, so the temptation to try add a Half Marathon PB to the list is also on my mind..!

My love of parkrun is unquestionable and I am very happy to be closing in on my 50th run. A focus of the next month is therefore also to reach this milestone. I want to run my 50th event with my friend and running buddy, who I have shared many a Saturday morning with at our local Lincoln parkrun. She is three parkruns behind me in the quest to reach the big 5-0, so the next few weeks have been carefully planned to incorporate a mixture of me running and volunteering to ensure we reach our 50th parkrun together.

Perhaps the biggest 'whats next?' is the fact I will be returning to Berlin in September to take on the Berlin Marathon again, which I cannot wait for. I ran the marathon last year (read more here) and I loved both the race and the city. The plan in 2016 was to run the marathon with my friend, but sadly injury meant I completed it on my own with my friend, as ever, offering her support and cheering me onto, at the time, a new PB. ​
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The decision to go back to Berlin this year with my friend and take on the marathon again was therefore simple. Whilst I want to experience other marathons and, like many, am trying to complete all the World Marathon Majors, I value running with friends and sharing experiences more than just ticking off races. My friend and I both have a dream aim of running Berlin in a sub 3:45 time, which would give me a new PB and also a Good For Age time for a few races, including the London Marathon. I have no idea if this will be possible or if I am even capable of running a marathon that fast, and only time and training will tell this, but what I do know is I want to try run the marathon together and be able to share the ultimate experience. 

No doubt between now and the Berlin Marathon in September there will be some other races and running milestones pop up along the way, but for now my response to the 'what's next' question is looking pretty exciting. ​
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The Week I Ran Happy

5/14/2017

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This week, for many reasons, personally I have been a bit all over the place - however my body has finally stopped aching all over the place; so there has been some good news! The past two weeks have being dominated by DOMS, firstly following the London Marathon and secondly as I tried to get back into training again. It has been a joy this week to be able to move without wincing, and an even bigger joy to set an unexpected new PB... 

MONDAY: a steady 5k run on the treadmill - yes, the treadmill. I was at the gym waiting for my Body Pump class (which was then cancelled!) so thought I would give it a go. I didn't hate it and I completed it, which even though it was a relatively small run, the last time I attempted a treadmill run (we are talking over a year ago) I bailed after ten minutes - so a success! 

TUESDAY: I wanted to push both myself and the pace a little today. Intervals could have been an option, but I really struggle to motivate myself to go out and run intervals without a plan telling me to. So I opted for a 5 mile progression run instead, starting at 8.24 min/mile pace and finishing at 7.25 min/mile pace. Abs at the gym afterwards. 

WEDNESDAY: a steadier paced 6.5 mile run in beautiful sunny conditions before my Body Pump class.

THURSDAY: Body Attack class in which the countless plyometric lunges and tuck jumps reduced me to a hot, sweaty mess. 

FRIDAY: Rest Day 

SATURDAY: waking up with a slight muzzy head (no idea what from and definitely not alcohol induced!) I messaged my friend and said I was not expecting much from my parkrun performance today. I later had to eat those words as we stood catching our breaths by the finish funnel and I coyly admitted that I had just ran a new PB - 21:19. I honestly do not know where that run came from. I ran the first lap of the three loop course very fast, which is not unusual for me, but usually leads to me dropping the pace slightly for the following two laps. As I completed the second lap I noticed my pace had only dropped very marginally, and suddenly I began to think I could get close to a PB if I could just maintain my pace and not slow anymore. There was not a lot of room for error, a few too many seconds slower this mile and any hopes of a PB would be gone. I did not look at my watch on this lap though and just ran hard. My legs were struggling for a sprint at the end but I forced them to push for the line. I was almost in shock as I glanced at my watch and saw the PB - a dazed but happy smile which I think is reflected well in the photo my friend took of me afterwards (see image).
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SUNDAY: a lovely sunny 12 mile run with my friend. We kept the pace comfortable and just enjoyed being out. Completely by accident I managed to plan a perfect route which saw us running the same roads at the same time as the elite female cyclists taking on the Lincoln Grand Prix Cycle Race. It was fascinating to be able to pause the Garmin, stand to the side and watch as the cyclists absolutely whizzed past us on mass. At the end of our run I jogged an extra half mile back to my house and just felt very happy after an equally pleasant run. It is nice to have runs like that sometimes, when you are not pushing yourself really hard, when you are not running for miles and miles, but when you are running just for sheer enjoyment. The run signified a good weekend of running in general - which personally I needed.
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Help Take The 'Dread' Out of The Treadmill

5/10/2017

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The treadmill - it is a bit like Marmite, you either love it or you hate it! When I first started running I completed 100% of my runs on the treadmill. It was a great way for me to build confidence and also develop my running fitness. It also saved me from some interesting weather conditions! I will admit, the treadmill has now slipped more into 'dreadmill' category for me; I love running outside and only use the treadmill if I really, really have to. This does not mean I do not rate the equipment though, it is just personal preference. I know and follow a lot of runners online who rely heavily on the treadmill to train and run, especially those with busy lifestyles who find jumping on a machine at home can enable them to get a run in.

I was recently contacted by Reviews.com, a research team dedicated to finding the truth behind products, about their research into treadmills. The team had gathered data on sixty five treadmills designed for a living room and not a gym. Whilst I am not a treadmill user, I know others are, and I was thus keen to share the article as it includes some very good points and possibly could help make the machine have a little less 'dread' for others. 

The key points identified by the Reviews.com team were that when choosing which treadmill is best for you it is important to ask: What is the treadmill like to run on and will it meet my individual needs? When selecting a treadmill you want to evaluate your options based on versatility, portability, and technology; you also want to aim to physically test each model. Since a runner's needs can vary from run to run (for example, some runs are longer distance and other runs might be shorter sharper efforts) keep these three key factors in mind: speed and incline, maximum weight, and running surface area. Shock absorption, the ergonomics of the running bed and controls, and overall comfort should also be considered. As an outdoor runner I particularly enjoyed the article's section on the difference between road running and treadmill running, which will help me think about my training should I ever find myself on the treadmill belt. 

If you would like to take a look at Reviews.com full guide click here — their treadmill testers even began a marathon training program while they conducted their research.  
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Post Marathon Recovery Week (Take Two)

5/7/2017

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This week marathon recovery was always going to be an improvement on last week - it had to be after I struggled so much following the London Marathon with the worst case of very specific quad DOMs I have ever known. Recovery has thus been markedly improved this week, I am definitely still not perfect, and there has still been a fair bit of muscle soreness (caused by non running activities!) but improvement is improvement. 

MONDAY: a case of the Bank Holiday blues today. My painful quads meant I did not dare try run again until I had seen my Sports Therapist on Tuesday, so I dragged my sorry self to the gym yet again for some more exercise bike 'fun' and a lot of upper body work. 

TUESDAY: much to my relief my Sports Therapist worked her magic hands on my quads today. The muscles were very inflamed and had a lot of fluid in them, so she focused on working the waste product away, and even said I could run that evening! I was nervous running at first and started tentatively, but by the end of my 5 miles I felt free and importantly had no pain, even managing the final three miles at sub 8 min/mile pace. Abs class at the gym after. 

WEDNESDAY: 6 miles before Body Pump at the gym. Running felt good, although I could feel my body was a little tired maybe, and I was also very sore in my abdominals from the gym. 

THURSDAY: I had bad DOMs today, my abdominals ached dully still, but my arms were once again feeling the effects of my Body Pump return. At least my legs were ok! I made another comeback today to my old favourite Body Attack class - a type of high intensity/plyometric exercise to music. I like to return to Body Attack when I am not training for an event as it keeps me sharp without logging so many miles. 
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FRIDAY: Rest Day - soreness levels were now at maximum levels following Body Attack, but thankfully my quads were still in one piece so I didn't mind!

​SATURDAY: my first time running at Lincoln parkrun since the marathon. I really was not sure what to expect from my legs, and decided just to try and approach the run as normal and see how I coped. I went off fast with my usual gusto and logged a speedy first mile. I struggled towards the end though, not my legs so much, but it just felt like a next level of drive within my body was missing. I hung in as best I could though, helped by a couple of other parkrunners I found myself running with, and we jokingly took in in turns to try and keep us all on pace and drag our weary bodies into the finish funnel. I finished in 21:42 - it was hard but I was happy to be in virtually the same time region as I was pre-marathon.


SUNDAY: a steady 11 mile run, averaging 8:35 min/mile pace. I did not really enjoy this run, it was grey and miserable out, I chose a rural loop and it was so quiet it actually felt quite lonely at times. Not really the euphoric running I have been used to of late, but miles nevertheless... and my quads were fine - hallelujah!  ​
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Top 4 Marathon Training Lessons

5/3/2017

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Another marathon completion means it is time for me to reflect on what lessons I have learned from this cycle of training. I made reflections about my training before my first London Marathon (here), prior to taking on the Manchester Marathon (here) and before the Berlin Marathon (here) last year. I find it is helpful to evaluate my training and it helps gives me an idea of how to adapt and prepare for my future training programmes. So after completing the London Marathon 2017, these four things have stood out to me:

1) Winter Training
After the joys of summer marathon training for the Berlin Marathon in 2016, I found the adjustment to winter training tough at first. It was cold, it was dark, and I was restricted as to where I could safely run in the evenings. Sometimes I just felt like diving under the duvet covers rather than pulling on my trainers and hitting the pavements. I did it though, and once I actually made it out the door I was fine, and eventually I grew to accept the winter elements. You cannot control British weather sadly, so my advice if training over winter for a Spring marathon is just to be prepared. Plan safe routes, buy a set of gloves, invest in some running jumpers and jackets; do whatever you feel will help you cope with the elements. When the clocks change in March also be prepared to joyously embrace lighter evenings and warmer weather even more than normal!

2) More Running Shoes
I am usually loyal to one pair of running shoes. I buy them, I love them and I wear them until after my target race, when I deem they are worn out. However this time, following my most demanding training programme yet and with very high mileage being logged, I knew my shoes were getting knackered before the marathon. About three weeks before race day I therefore purchased another pair of the same running trainer and started wearing them in. By the marathon the trainers felt like 'me' but importantly had much more cushioning and support still in them. So there you have it - an excuse to buy even more running trainers!

3) Training Buddy
Running friends are the best; anyone who is lucky to have a friend who also runs knows that. I really relished the fact that this time my running friend was also training for a marathon, which only fell six days before my race. This meant training wise we were very similar, hence becoming more like training buddies. We shared virtually all our long runs together, and whilst I know I am capable of going out and running 20 miles alone, doing it with a friend is undeniably more enjoyable. It was not just the physical running side of things either. Having someone who understands exactly what emotion you might be going through during Week 10 of training was beneficial too. If you do not have a running friend or training buddy, then I recommend seeking support from the online running community who can be just as understanding and encouraging.
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4) Be Ready for Post Marathon Too
I am guilty of focusing all my energy on training and the marathon itself. After race day I am then suddenly lost. This is a great article I found which describes almost all of my emotions: Post Marathon Blues. I know I need to get ready for this post marathon comedown. After this marathon I tried to combat it by making myself an exercise plan which would help give me structure and purpose, but still not be as intense as marathon training was. I didn't however account for how long it would take my legs to recover from the marathon, and instead based my recovery on my previous marathon experiences. This threw a bit of a spanner into the works! So I guess you need to be ready to deal with post marathon emotions, but also be flexible in how you are going to manage them. It is definitely important to talk to other people too, as whilst it may seem almost silly to feel a bit down after such a massive achievement, it actually is a feeling which happens to a lot of people. ​
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    Round Sheffield Run 2017
    Round Sheffield Run 2018
    Round Sheffield Run 2019
    Royal Parks Half 2016
    Santa Run 2014
    Santa Run 2015
    Santa Run 2018
    Santa Run 2019
    Sleaford 10k 2019
    Stamford 30k
    Sydney Marathon 2018
    The 401 Challenge
    The Royal Parks Half Marathon 2016
    Thoresby Half Marathon
    Winter Run 10k Liverpool
    Woodhall Spa 10k 2018
    Woodhall Spa 10k 2019
    X Runner 2015

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