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Ain't nothing gonna break my stride....
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I think its safe to say that Waterford was a real success for team Meno. My goal was sub 1:40 and finished in 1:38:55. I am just bubbling over with happiness. I think I ran a good race and I'm really happy with myself for digging in when the pressure came on. I was uber early as usual. Went into lidl and got myself some running socks
When I came back I saw Blockic, Fifii and docjewel. Was chatting to them and I spotted a likely Boardsie who turned out to be Coalshed. Got my warmup in running to the start with Blockic. I had to cue for ages for the toilets. Kept asking the girl next to me what time it was. She had her own problems cause she forgot her chip and her number and her sister was coming from Dunmore with them. I hope she got sorted!
So everyone was lined up when I came out. I saw the 1:40 balloons and slotted in behind them. Met Coalshed there as well but I wanted to be right behind the pacers so I didn't see him much for the first few miles. The pacers were sound out. They said they were going to build up a bit of a cushion over the first couple of miles and then run even enough splits. My plan was simple.....stay with them
The first couple of miles were easier than I expected they would be. I was still having to work hard but it was manageable. The pacers were great with loads of chat and encouragement. The first hill was around mile 6 and I was happy enough going up it but I love hills. I was still feeling strong enough anyway.
I think it was around mile 7 that I met up with Dilbert and Upthe19th. That was cool. It makes it so much easier having people you know around you. Things were starting to get tough around then. My breathing on the uphills was catching me a bit and the legs were getting tired. The next few miles are a bit of a blur. I know I took a gel around 7 and a half miles when there was no sign of any water coming. Cheers Blockic for recommending I bring the isogel with me. It was bloody hard to get the gel into me. I'd say it must have taken me about half a mile to finish it cause it was so hard to swallow and breathe at the same time
Dilbert became my personal pacer around mile 10. The three of us kind of went on from the pacers around then. I was having to work as hard as I could to stay with the lads. Reading Meno's race tips post helped me out a lot though cause I was able to deal with the pain way better than I did in Athlone. Also having Dilbert and Upthe19th in front of me was a blessing - I mean I couldn't possible bring shame on Career Move by walking when they were there, could I. Coalshed had burned us off by this stage on his way to a mighty 1:36 I think. The second last mile was the toughest for me but Dilbert was a star with the encouragement like looking back to see where I was etc. Thanks dude. Owe you bigtime! I had to really dig deep especially when you can see the runners ahead of you passing back the other way. I tried to push for the last 100m but I started hyperventilating which is not ideal
I used to do that when I was a kid and I was in a temper Blockic was at the finish to encourage us all. Fresh as a daisy after running 1:28 Such a relief to cross the finish line and stop. The sandwiches and stuff they had were much appreciated as was the sit down. Then upthe19th and I hobbled ran slowly back to the cars. Have to say it was a brilliant day. Will definitely be doing it again 0 -
career_move wrote: »I think its safe to say that Waterford was a real success for team Meno. My goal was sub 1:40 and finished in 1:38:55. I am just bubbling over with happiness. I think I ran a good race and I'm really happy with myself for digging in when the pressure came on. I was uber early as usual. Went into lidl and got myself some running socks When I came back I saw Blockic, Fifii and docjewel. Was chatting to them and I spotted a liklely Boardsie who turned out to be Coalshed. Got my warmup in running to the start with Blockic I had to cue for ages for the toilets. Kept asking the girl next to me what time it was. She had her own problems cause she forgot her chip and her number and her sister was coming from Dunmore with them. I hope she got sorted!
So everyone was lined up when I came out. I saw the 1:40 balloons and slotted in behind them. Met Coalshed there as well but I wanted to be right behind the pacers so I didn't see him much for the first few miles. The pacers were sound out. They said they were going to build up a bit of a cushion over the first couple of miles and then run even enough splits. My plan was simple.....stay with them The first couple of miles were easier than I expected they would be. I was still having to work hard but it was manageable. The pacers were great with loads of chat and encouragement. The first hill was around mile 6 and I was happy enough going up it but I love hills. I was still feeling strong enough anyway.
I think it was around mile 7 that I met up with Dilbert and Upthe19th. That was cool. It makes it so much easier having people you know around you. Things were starting to get tough around then. My breathing on the uphills was catching me a bit and the legs were getting tired. The next few miles are a bit of a blur. I know I took a gel around 7 and a half miles when there was no sign of any water coming. Cheers Blockic for recommending I bring the isogel with me. It was bloody hard to get the gel into me. I say it must have taken me about half a mile to finish it cause it was so hard to swallow and breathe at the same time
Dilbert became my personal pacer around mile 10. The three of us kind of went on from the pacers around then. I was having to work as hard as I could to stay with the lads. Reading Meno's race tips post helped me out a lot though cause I was able to deal with the pain way better than I did in Athlone. Also having Dilbert and Upthe19th in front of me was a blessing - I mean I couldn't possible bring shame on Career Move by walking when they were there, could I. Coalshed had burned us off by this stage on his way to a mighty 1:36 I think. The second last mile was the toughest for me but Dilbert was a star with the encouragement like looking back to see where I was etc. Thanks dude. Owe you bigtime! I had to really dig deep especially when you can see the runners ahead of you passing back the other way. I tried to push for the last 100m but I started hyperventilating which is not ideal I used to do that when I was a kid and I was in a temper Blockic was at the finish to encourage us all. Fresh as a daisy after running 1:28 Such a relief to cross the finish line and stop. The sandwiches and stuff they had were much appreciated as was the sit down. Then upthe19th and I hobbled ran slowly back to the cars. Have to say it was a brilliant day. Will definitely be doing it
Great stuff today CM. You really smashed it. I can vouch that you definitely left it all out there today. Well done on a tremendous PB0 -
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I can confirm that Dilbert is a super pacer, he got me across the line in Clonmel!
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Ah stop now! When my legs are busy my mouth gets bored, that's all - and it's gonna get me in trouble sooner or later.
What I do see is an emerging pattern of me getting chatting during races to women I've met on the internet. Sooner or later THAT is going to get me in trouble
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Ah stop now! When my legs are busy my mouth gets bored, that's all - and it's gonna get me in trouble sooner or later.
What I do see is an emerging pattern of me getting chatting during races to women I've met on the internet. Sooner or later THAT is going to get me in trouble
You're one smooth operator Dilbert, it's gotta be said! It's all your talk of pace and feet ahead of target that has us all charmed!0 -
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:eek: The goalposts keep moving :eek:Fantastic result career_move, you totally got what your running & training deserves today. Next taget, sub 1.30, easy for you.
Thanks. You'll have no bother with sub 1:40 when you're right. No doubt about itWell done CM! I'm so happy for you (and just a teeny weeny bit jealous!) I knew you'd do great today, but that is seriously impressive just a month after DCM. I think you're well on for a 3:30 in limerick after a performance like that. I can confirm that Dilbert is a super pacer, he got me across the line in Clonmel!
Well done again, to everyone who ran today. You've thrown the gauntlet down now, so I intend to up my game so I'm not the slowest in the bunch for the next race!
Ah stop now! When my legs are busy my mouth gets bored, that's all - and it's gonna get me in trouble sooner or later.
What I do see is an emerging pattern of me getting chatting during races to women I've met on the internet. Sooner or later THAT is going to get me in trouble:D:D 0 -
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Just Like Blockic,
There's a new thread for you.
http://www.boards.ie/vbulletin/showthread.php?t=2056621274
Next year we need you mixing it with the 'big girls'
In the meantime can you find a 5 mile race before the new year to tick off the sub 35 goal on that list? 0 -
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Haha.....i like it but Tang is staying on our thread. We're not losing him to the novices :eek:They never stop with that tang1 fella!;)
Don't worry, it will be payback for him in the Novice thread in 2013!:pac:
Wow thats an honourJust Like Blockic,
There's a new thread for you.
http://www.boards.ie/vbulletin/showthread.php?t=2056621274
Next year we need you mixing it with the 'big girls'
In the meantime can you find a 5 mile race before the new year to tick off the sub 35 goal on that list?
I don't think there's a 5 mile that I fancy driving to anyway
If I can see further than you run faster than you it is because I am standing on the shoulders of giants drafting off faster runnersLook forward to learning from you both(mean that).
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career_move wrote: »Wow thats an honour I don't think there's a 5 mile that I fancy driving to anyway
Your half time gets you in anyway, so put your name up in lights and make those other times your future targets.0 -
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Thanks for all the kind words guys
2m in 24:10min this morning. I did it on the treadmill cause its so wet and the first ten minutes were a struggle to say the least!!! The legs seemed to loosen out then and are feeling pretty good now.
30 min core + 30 min yoga 0 -
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I had a giant chocolate chip cookie after the raceSo did you reward yourself with a tin of Minature Heroes last night, or have you kicked the choccies for good?
Did you used to do yoga classes or are you self taught? I'd love to learn to do some of the core exercises you were doing during the week, but I have such terrible rhythm/balance, I think I'd be too shy to do a class! Also don't think I'd have the time once the mileage starts to sneak up in the new year. Didn't really feel like anymore chocolate after that so I think I have kicked my addiction
I do all the core and yoga on the nintendo wii (wii fit plus). I've had it for about 4 years but even though I know the poses I still use it to make sure I'm doing it properly. I would deffo recommend it. It shows you how to do the exercises and the yoga and then you get a score so you can really see yourself improving 0 -
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career_move wrote: »Thanks for all the kind words guys
2m in 24:10min this morning. I did it on the treadmill cause its so wet and the first ten minutes were a struggle to say the least!!! The legs seemed to loosen out then and are feeling pretty good now.
30 min core + 30 min yoga
Ah come on now,all GENUINE EARLY MORNING runners go out no matter what way the weather is:p0 -
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