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runningman1980

Hi all, new to this forum would like your thoughts on setting up my own club. I would provide everything to do with running like tips, training etc, plus you could accompany me on my training runs. I am an exceptionally talented athlete and I can assure you that with my advice you will excel like never before. I am also available as a pacer for a 2:40 dublin marathon(my pb is 2:21).

shels4ever

runningman1980 wrote: »

Hi all, new to this forum would like your thoughts on setting up my own club. I would provide everything to do with running like tips, training etc, plus you could accompany me on my training runs. I am an exceptionally talented athlete and I can assure you that with my advice you will excel like never before. I am also available as a pacer for a 2:40 dublin marathon(my pb is 2:21).

I like that quote , when did you run your 2:21 super time.

Maybe have a look at http://www.athleticsireland.ie/content/?page_id=6000 Has all the info you need to set up a club,

runningman1980

shels4ever wrote: »

I like that quote , when did you run your 2:21 super time.

Maybe have a look at http://www.athleticsireland.ie/content/?page_id=6000 Has all the info you need to set up a club,

thanks shels for the link, i ran that time last sunday

cfitz

Just make sure you give your club a good name - I suggest something like: 'Go Me AC'.

Trendy gear is also a must, are you gonna have official club arm-warmers?

runningman1980

cfitz wrote: »

Just make sure you give your club a good name - I suggest something like: 'Go Me AC'.

Trendy gear is also a must, are you gonna have official club arm-warmers?

I havent come up with a name yet, but "go me ac" might sound a bit self absorbed and arrogant, I dunno. But you are right about the trendy gear, its a must and its something I am putting a lot of thought into. I have found myself that when you wear the right gear, it gets you noticed, it turns heads and encourages you to run that bit faster, especially when you run by the bus stop etc

christeb

I'm all for trendy gear, but :rolleyes::rolleyes::rolleyes::rolleyes::rolleyes:????

--amadeus--

runningman1980 wrote: »

Hi all, new to this forum would like your thoughts on setting up my own club. I would provide everything to do with running like tips, training etc, plus you could accompany me on my training runs. I am an exceptionally talented athlete and I can assure you that with my advice you will excel like never before. I am also available as a pacer for a 2:40 dublin marathon(my pb is 2:21).

runningman1980 wrote: »

thanks shels for the link, i ran that time last sunday

Interesting... Which marathon was that in?

earlyevening

Mini marathon?

IIMII

earlyevening wrote: »

Mini marathon?

runningman1980

It was a training run, I have not actually run an official marathon race as I only took up running 2 months ago. I measured out the distance in my car first then I ran it. It took a lot out of me and I have not been able to run again until yesterday but I reckon I am fully recovered now.

IIMII

Truely gifted runner. You'll be getting a vest soon, no doubt

robinph

So how far was this marathon you measured in your car then?

runningman1980

robinph wrote: »

So how far was this marathon you measured in your car then?

It was just over the 26 miles when i finished robin

ss43

runningman1980 wrote: »

Hi all, new to this forum would like your thoughts on setting up my own club. I would provide everything to do with running like tips, training etc, plus you could accompany me on my training runs. I am an exceptionally talented athlete and I can assure you that with my advice you will excel like never before. I am also available as a pacer for a 2:40 dublin marathon(my pb is 2:21).

Cool idea? Could I suggest having it as a less formal running collective as well so people can join in without having to leave their own clubs. I'll understand if it's an all-or-nothing approach and I'll have to miss out. Apart from leaving my own club, this sounds like my kind of thing.

I presume we'll have a blog with video clips with snobby indie tracks playing over them on it.

To further the gear ideas - here's what I envisage for the summer track season: colouful racing flats or Nike Lunaracer for the mad soles, compression socks, lycra shorts, wristbands, sunglasses and a peaked cap worn backwards. Heart Rate monitor is optional, t-shirts,singlets, jackets etc. are prohibited.

robinph

runningman1980 wrote: »

It was just over the 26 miles when i finished robin

Have they not changed the odometers in cars over to kilometers yet?

shels4ever

runningman1980 wrote: »

It was a training run, I have not actually run an official marathon race as I only took up running 2 months ago. I measured out the distance in my car first then I ran it. It took a lot out of me and I have not been able to run again until yesterday but I reckon I am fully recovered now.

Get in touch with the AAI asap then . There is a flight to berlin in a while and with a couple of weeks work you maybe in with a chance

ss43

runningman1980 wrote: »

It was a training run, I have not actually run an official marathon race as I only took up running 2 months ago. I measured out the distance in my car first then I ran it. It took a lot out of me and I have not been able to run again until yesterday but I reckon I am fully recovered now.

That's a remarkable time to do in training. Have you a coach. I recommend trying one of the Hal Higdon marathon plans. You can find them here http://www.halhigdon.com/

runningman1980

robinph wrote: »

Have they not changed the odometers in cars over to kilometers yet?

Im sorry everyone, robin, i checked my odometer and yes you are right, it measures in Kilometers so i only ran 16.3 miles, im gutted and feel really stupid. I thought that i was doing really well, im probably not good after all

ss43

runningman1980 wrote: »

Im sorry everyone, robin, i checked my odometer and yes you are right, it measures in Kilometers so i only ran 16.3 miles, im gutted and feel really stupid. I thought that i was doing really well, im probably not good after all

Can we still get the gear?

runningman1980

by my calculations, it would mean that I would be on course for a 4.5hour marathon, not very good, i know, back to the drawing board

shane gickball

hi everyone, reading with great interest.

i myself would be happy with that time even if it were only in fact 26k.

I am training really hard doing laps around herbert park. i reckon i am the fastest of the runners in the park (it´s usually empty). eventually i want to run 5 k in 15 mins. i am about 2 mins off that at present.

geld

Runningman Don't know why anyone hasn't suggested it to you yet but why not join the Boards AC which is made up of contributers from this forum?

Anyone who has ever been involved in organising a sports club will appreciate the amount of work etc that has to go into it. While this can be rewarding in itself too much of it will get you down. Have a look at these threads. Even if you still decide to go ahead you will pick up some tips etc on how to get things going.

http://www.boards.ie/vbulletin/showthread.php?t=2055394318

http://www.boards.ie/vbulletin/showthread.php?t=2055455994

http://www.boards.ie/vbulletin/showthread.php?t=2055544597

runningman1980

geld wrote: »

Runningman Don't know why anyone hasn't suggested it to you yet but why not join the Boards AC which is made up of contributers from this forum?

Anyone who has ever been involved in organising a sports club will appreciate the amount of work etc that has to go into it. While this can be rewarding in itself too much of it will get you down. Have a look at these threads. Even if you still decide to go ahead you will pick up some tips etc on how to get things going.

http://www.boards.ie/vbulletin/showthread.php?t=2055394318

http://www.boards.ie/vbulletin/showthread.php?t=2055455994

http://www.boards.ie/vbulletin/showthread.php?t=2055544597

thanks geld, will look into it

Running Bing

geld wrote: »

Runningman Don't know why anyone hasn't suggested it to you yet but why not join the Boards AC which is made up of contributers from this forum?

Am I the only one assuming Runningham (and his mate Shane Gickball;)) is a complete wind up merchant:eek:

robinph

Nope.

--amadeus--

Running Bing wrote: »

Am I the only one assuming Runningham (and his mate Shane Gickball;)) is a complete wind up merchant:eek:

No, no you're not. Remember folks that if you object to a post or think someone is trolling then use the Report Post function. The Mods can then edit or delete the posts and take whatever other actions are needed.

shels4ever

robinph wrote: »

Nope.

Actually I think they are 100% honest, there is something in the air tonight I just went for a 1 mile training jog and clocked it at 4:14

I think if i pushed it i'll be sub 4 by the end of the weekend....

Anyone believe me?

runningman1980

shels4ever wrote: »

Actually I think they are 100% honest, there is something in the air tonight I just went for a 1 mile training jog and clocked it at 4:14

I think if i pushed it i'll be sub 4 by the end of the weekend....

Anyone believe me?

I do, and I think what you have is the same as me , self belief, that is great work shels

Running Bing

--amadeus-- wrote: »

No, no you're not. Remember folks that if you object to a post or think someone is trolling then use the Report Post function. The Mods can then edit or delete the posts and take whatever other actions are needed.

Oh I dont object Amadeus.

I think the fellas great...can we keep him:D

Running Bing

runningman1980 wrote: »

I do, and I think what you have is the same as me

....a dodgy odometer?

shane gickball

Seriously, i am not joking.

Maybe i will never achieve that time but that is my goal. i have gone to 4 mins 45 for a mile. i am running a 5k in esker in a few weeks. i ran for crusaders a few years ago but gave it up quickly for football. that is finished now and i am really enjoying my training.

shels4ever

Running Bing wrote: »

....a dodgy odometer?

Can't believe you dont trust in my ability, i've been training 4 days a week the last month

--amadeus--

Running Bing wrote: »

Oh I dont object Amadeus.

I think the fellas great...can we keep him:D

Fair enough, but you have to promise to clean it's cage and feed it every day :P

dermCu

meh, exceptionally talented??
2:21 is only 9 minutes better than an average runner.....I guess it was only a training run.

Pherekydes

I believe you, shels.

There is something in the air tonight. I myself got up off my lazy butt after 5 weeks of idleness and ran 4 laps of the track across the road (Lucan, so it is 400m) in an even paced 4:16. I'm really delighted with that. My last mile took me 8:01.

runningman1980

shane gickball wrote: »

Seriously, i am not joking.

Maybe i will never achieve that time but that is my goal. i have gone to 4 mins 45 for a mile. i am running a 5k in esker in a few weeks. i ran for crusaders a few years ago but gave it up quickly for football. that is finished now and i am really enjoying my training.

very good time shane, i think maybe i might be better suited for a shorter distance as im not obviously cutting the mustard at marathon distance. i am going to try and run my fastest mile tomorrow and let you know the time

robinph

Unless the number begins with a 3 we won't be impressed.

shane gickball

I don´t think it will be so easy to go anywhere near under 4 mins. if i haven´t ran for a while going under 6 minutes feels fast for me.

with regard to my 5k aim(15 mins), i think that i can achieve that by december if i get mind focused.

Do your best tomorrow and warm up first. it´s all about effort. try not to overthink about what you are doing.

TheRoadRunner

Gickball gas name. Amadeus don't ban the gicker, he'll only be back as poohead or something similar tomorrrow.

eltuerto

Hey great thread. Have not laughed so much in years.

runningman1980

shane gickball wrote: »

I don´t think it will be so easy to go anywhere near under 4 mins. if i haven´t ran for a while going under 6 minutes feels fast for me.

with regard to my 5k aim(15 mins), i think that i can achieve that by december if i get mind focused.

Do your best tomorrow and warm up first. it´s all about effort. try not to overthink about what you are doing.

Thanks for the advice shane, you really seem to know what you are talking about, check this link I got from someone recently http://www.mcmillanrunning.com/Running%20University/Article%201/mcmillanrunningcalculator.htm, its called the maccmillan trainning calculator. I inputted my time for a 100m sprint, 11 seconds (which I have actually done. It predicts my mile time as 3:44 and my marathon time as 2:06. This says that with the proper training I could be a real contender and to be honest I always thought that of myself. This is really going to focus me now. Will keep you posted

robinph

If only we could pursuade Bolt to up his distance a tad and then me might have some interesting races with Haile coming up and a 1:43 marathon on the cards.

Rineanna

don´t think it will be so easy to go anywhere near under 4 mins

You think? Every Tom, Dick and Gickball are doing it these days so keep living the dream!

runningman1980 wrote: »

Thanks for the advice shane, you really seem to know what you are talking about

Do you talk to yourself offline too? Sorry, couldn't resist.

misty floyd

I don't have anything to add to this ART forum. I'm looking for attention as I wasn't loved as a child. look at me! look at me!


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runningman1980

Rineanna wrote: »

You think? Every Tom, Dick and Gickball are doing it these days so keep living the dream!



Do you talk to yourself offline too? Sorry, couldn't resist.

Rineanna, I can assure you there is only one "me" here, the moderators would have picked that up from the start. Anyways you wont get anywhere in life being a cynic, trust me I know. You have to aim high to achieve goals and I will achieve them, nothing surer

runningman1980

misty floyd wrote: »

I don't have anything to add to this ART forum. I'm looking for attention as I wasn't loved as a child. look at me! look at me!


prick

Is that language really necessary sir?

earlyevening

Which button do I press to nominate "Thread of the day"?

thirtyfoot

runningman1980 wrote: »

I inputted my time for a 100m sprint, 11 seconds (which I have actually done. It predicts my mile time as 3:44 and my marathon time as 2:06. This says that with the proper training I could be a real contender and to be honest I always thought that of myself. This is really going to focus me now. Will keep you posted

I think we may have unearthed a gem here.

2:21 marathon after 2 months training with 11.0 second 100m pace:eek::eek:

Thats Geb/Bekele esque. Where have you been hiding? Have you done other sports before? You must have been great at these also? A talent like yours has rarely been seen. What I like about you is your modesty and lack of expectation.

Do you have a link to you 100m time showing electronic timing, wind gauge readings? Was it 11.0 or 11.9? Are you sure it wasn't 100 yards? I would like you to join our club and our training group as a sprinter. You have too much talent to waste doing incorrectly measured marathons. You are a sprinter, dude. Contact me. London 2012 beckons, I am so excited. I can't wait for you to run 9.99 and be the first white man (I presume you are a white man!) and I'll get all the kudos and be asked to present at coaching seminars all over the world. I can see it now "How I turned a 2:21 26miles/26km man into a world beating sprinter". I am going to make loads of cash, this is it, I can feel, the big coaching breakthrough, kind like when Louis Walsh discovered Westlife. Contact me:cool:

I hope for your own sake you are taking the piss.

TheRoadRunner

Tingle wrote: »

Do you have a link to you 100m time showing electronic timing, wind gauge readings?

I doubt the potential legend has the link. It turns out his 2.21 marathon was actually 26K. It was accurately measured in his car though.

robinph

I think the 100m may have actually been the correct distance, just the timing was done by counting in his head. The branches on the trees were not waiving about a whole lot at the time though so I think it's safe to say the wind speed was within limits.

--amadeus--

I think you're being a little unfair. Here is photographic evidence (he's marked out as P1)