Mini Marathon Meet & Train Group Marlay Park (Pass it on)

Declanr

:DMini Marathon Meet & Train Group Marlay Park
(Please feel free to pass this on to someone whom you know might be interested, as I know the ART forum is for more serious running):D

Commencing:
Wednesday 14th April 6.00pm (8 Weeks to Mini Marathon)
Training Days:
Wednesdays 6.00pm, Saturday 10.00am, Sunday 10.00am.
Where: Marlay Park, Rathfarnham, Dublin 16.
Location: Cricket Field, below Golf Course and across from Stables.

Who should Attend: All those interested in “trying” to run the upcoming Ladies Mini Marathon on June 7th 2010. All ages and abilities are welcome. If you’re not sure about being able to run all the way but would like to do some easy training with a group to see if you can, then this is the place for you.:eek:
If you’re able to run already and you’d like to meet up with like minded people and you’d prefer to train in a group then this is also the place for you. If you run solo at the moment then you’ll improve by joining up with a group like this.
All abilities will be catered for and you will find a group that matches your ability. We’ll have wobblers, trotters, joggers and runners, so please don’t think you won’t be able to keep up, you will only train at a pace you’re comfortable with.

Training Sessions:
Will comprise of light stretching, run to match you’re ability, and warm down.

What to Bring with you::cool:
Bottle of Water, Comfortable Tracksuit, Tee Shirt & Shorts, Running Shoes.
Don't go out buying expensive running shoes, wear what you have.

Coaching By: Declan Ryan, Coach with DSDAC.

Note to Men: You are welcome to attend if you are coming with ladies taking part in the training.

How to get there; http://www.dlrcoco.ie/Parks/marlay.html
by Car:
Enter via College Road, park at playground Carpark. With the playground at your back keep walking away from the playground and Carpark and you’ll find us.
by bus:
no. 16 (Santry to Ballinteer via City Centre)
no. 16A (Santry to Grange Road via City Centre & further 10mins walk up Grange Road)
no. 116 (From DCU to Marlay viz Drumcondra, Leeson Street & Dundrum)
no. 161 (via Nutgrove, Rathfarnham) http://www.dublinbus.ie/ for timetables & routes.

thirtyfoot

Is it free?

Declanr

YES IT'S FREE FREE FREE

Krusty_Clown

Good stuff. Fair play to you.

Dotcomdolly

Very good of you to give of your time & experience.
Would it be ok if one wasn't doing the mini-marathon but training for other races (adiddas 3 series) ?

Declanr

Absolutley yes.
If you're training for the Adidas 3 Series, come and join us and we'll try to hook you up with people doing the same milage and speed.
If you're thinking is to try to join up with people then I think it's a very good idea.
What sort of miles etc have you been at up to know.

Declanr

M&T group meets this coming Wednesday in Marlay Park, see above for details.

average_runner

Have to say fair play to you for doing this.

Declanr

http://www.facebook.com/#!/group.php?gid=108242552549447

jennebean

hi all,

wud really be into this im doin the great run on sunday so would it be possible to start next wed ?

Izoard

Great initiative...and congrats on the super finish at the Conn half!

Declanr

Jennebean
No problem. This will be a real easy going affair, so no pressure.
Good luck on Sunday and we'll see you next week.

Declanr

Izoard wrote: »

Great initiative...and congrats on the super finish at the Conn half!

OK thanks and thanks. Very few people know about my Conn Half, and from your Boards nickname I can't work out who you are.
Any hints?

peanuthead

Declanr wrote: »

OK thanks and thanks. Very few people know about my Conn Half, and from your Boards nickname I can't work out who you are.
Any hints?

Hi

I'm interested in coming along, was there a good turn out today?

Can I be rude and ask how long it goes on for? Just deciding whether I should go to the Saturday or Sunday one!!

thanks

Declanr

peanuthead wrote: »

Hi

I'm interested in coming along, was there a good turn out today?

Can I be rude and ask how long it goes on for? Just deciding whether I should go to the Saturday or Sunday one!!

thanks

Pea,
On our 1st session we had 6 people which is double what i expected.
the sessions are based around the followinf format, Dymanic Strecting, Run, Static Stretching. Lasts about 1 hr. Everybody takes it at their own pace and there is no pressure to run constantly, if you need to walk a bit then feel free to do so.
As the group develops then we'd expect it to get varying levels of ability. The initial group of 6 I'd be sort of thinking that we'll be trying to get them home in 60mins on WMM race day, however again no pressure.
We'll be in Marlay again tmw 10am and Sunday 10am. You are welcome to attend tmw and then see how you feel for a run on Sunday.
Regards,
Declan.

Dotcomdolly

Glad you got a satisfying turn out. I'll be along next week (prob the Sunday) as I'm racing this Sunday.

Declanr

Dotcomdolly,
You'll be very welcome along.

peanuthead

Declanr wrote: »

Pea,
On our 1st session we had 6 people which is double what i expected.
the sessions are based around the followinf format, Dymanic Strecting, Run, Static Stretching. Lasts about 1 hr. Everybody takes it at their own pace and there is no pressure to run constantly, if you need to walk a bit then feel free to do so.
As the group develops then we'd expect it to get varying levels of ability. The initial group of 6 I'd be sort of thinking that we'll be trying to get them home in 60mins on WMM race day, however again no pressure.
We'll be in Marlay again tmw 10am and Sunday 10am. You are welcome to attend tmw and then see how you feel for a run on Sunday.
Regards,
Declan.

Hi Declan

I can't make Saturday but would love to go along on Sunday, then I should be able to make all others from then on.

thanks

jcsmum

Declan
Would like to come along tomorrow morning am going to attempt the great run on Sunday, but would love to train in a group.

peanuthead

Yikes!!

Can't make tomorrow but will be there for sure on Wednesday!!

Actually can't wait!

Declanr

Great looking forward to seeing you there if you can make it.

jennebean

Hey
where exactly is the meet ? I don't know that neck of the woods at all bar that Eden place not even sure if that's even the rite area ,
I'm coming from town so il b gettin 16 after col 5 ish so im hoping the buslane thingy will get me there on time .
Also is there anywhere I can ditch stuff r shud I ditch stuff in town n head out in runnin gear ?

Got let down on Sunday by a friend who p***ed off wit my great run gear n I missed the race ;( so I'm all on for any runs comin up n want to get focusd on the training !

Declanr

Jenne,
Sorry could not get on earlier as they were saying they were doing maintenance on the boards site.
In answer to your query about directions. Please see "Marlay Meet & Train" group on Facebook.ie (Look for the google map and it will point to the exact spot we're meeting. Change view to Satelite as it's mor easily understood).
We don't have changing facilities, I usually just leave a bag down in the field and it's OK.
Don't worry about being late. We'll be there until 7pm and I'll stay a bit later if you need me to.
Hope you can make it.

jennebean

Didn't realise there are zero bus lanes on this road I'm only it will 6:30 by time u get out ;(

peanuthead

jennebean wrote: »

Hey
where exactly is the meet ? I don't know that neck of the woods at all bar that Eden place not even sure if that's even the rite area ,
I'm coming from town so il b gettin 16 after col 5 ish so im hoping the buslane thingy will get me there on time .
Also is there anywhere I can ditch stuff r shud I ditch stuff in town n head out in runnin gear ?

Got let down on Sunday by a friend who p***ed off wit my great run gear n I missed the race ;( so I'm all on for any runs comin up n want to get focusd on the training !

Hey

You heading tonight??

Just leaving the house now myself!!

peanuthead

Declanr wrote: »

Jenne,
Sorry could not get on earlier as they were saying they were doing maintenance on the boards site.
In answer to your query about directions. Please see "Marlay Meet & Train" group on Facebook.ie (Look for the google map and it will point to the exact spot we're meeting. Change view to Satelite as it's mor easily understood).
We don't have changing facilities, I usually just leave a bag down in the field and it's OK.
Don't worry about being late. We'll be there until 7pm and I'll stay a bit later if you need me to.
Hope you can make it.

Hi Declan and all others

I went out tonight but I'm not familiar at all with the area so I got lost!!

First of all, I thought it started at 6.30 so I was a half an hour late to begin with. I realised this at 5 to 6 and then ran out the door without a bottle of water, towel or the correct directions on where to meet.

Whitechurch road was closed so the route I had planned out was no longer!! This made me panic and when I finally got there I realised that I was miles away from the playground car park.

I eventually got to the playground car park at 6.50pm!! And I said to myself that I would wait for you all to come back to the carpark at least to show you's that I came and get to know you all. However after asking two different men in two different groups if they were Declan I decided to go home and try again on Sat.

I'm really disappointed that I missed it because I come the whole way from Clondalkin and it was such a waste of time.

I would love to be there on Sat morning - but where do I go from the playground car park?

Sorry for needing so much bloody help, its just that was my first time in Marlay Park!!

Thanks!

peanuthead

peanuthead wrote: »

Hi Declan and all others

I went out tonight but I'm not familiar at all with the area so I got lost!!

First of all, I thought it started at 6.30 so I was a half an hour late to begin with. I realised this at 5 to 6 and then ran out the door without a bottle of water, towel or the correct directions on where to meet.

Whitechurch road was closed so the route I had planned out was no longer!! This made me panic and when I finally got there I realised that I was miles away from the playground car park.

I eventually got to the playground car park at 6.50pm!! And I said to myself that I would wait for you all to come back to the carpark at least to show you's that I came and get to know you all. However after asking two different men in two different groups if they were Declan I decided to go home and try again on Sat.

I'm really disappointed that I missed it because I come the whole way from Clondalkin and it was such a waste of time.

I would love to be there on Sat morning - but where do I go from the playground car park?

Sorry for needing so much bloody help, its just that was my first time in Marlay Park!!

Thanks!

I have actually re-read the initial post and now I'm sure I'll know where to find you on saturday!!

Dotcomdolly

I'll be along this morning!

selgal2002

Hey Declan and co,

Hope training went well this week. I had a hectic week but really enjoyed the run last sunday. Hope to see you all wednesday at 6pm.

Declanr

On last Sunday we had 12 Ladies out to train on our 1/2 mile circuit in Marlay Park. Each time we meet the weather is super. While the group is small it's great and the ladies seem to be enjoying both the company and Training.

jennebean

I'm comming straght from college(beggars bush) today , so hopefully I will b semi on time , any tips on gettin there I'm going toget a bike up the canal n get bus from harrolds cross , if anyone has any other tips to get their quicker like luas and bus or whatever let me know , c yas later

Jen

Declanr

Jenn,
Try the 14 bus not sure where you need to get on but it passes with 1/2 mile form the entrance of the park. Have a look at the route on Dublin Bus and Google maps to see it it works better for you.
Declan.

Dotcomdolly

Sunday was my first break away from lone ipod running & I really enjoyed it
Off on my hols tomorrow, but will be keeping up my runs in San Fulgencio, shocking the local over 60 dog walkers with my "madness"
See you back in Marlay on our return.

Declanr

Enjoy the break with the family and remember to keep it slow, even slower if it's hot and drink plenty of water.
See you when you get back.:)

jennebean

hi guys

wont b out this eve i forgot runnin gear so if i go home first i wont b out till after 7 so il see yas on the wkend

jen