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DCM 2017 Mentored Novices Thread
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El Caballo wrote: »There's only one to find out. Whatever happens on raceday, you guys will learn a ton from it and that will stand to you all hugely going forward. The first time you do anything is a learning experience and you will be much better prepared next time out. I know you guys have trained for months towards this race but try not to see this one as the end, it's a stepping stone.
This i like. Some of us may or may not run other marathons in the future but either way this is still a stepping stone to greater things at any distance, the endurance we have gained, the experience of following a plan which was totally new to some of us, the confidence we've gained from sticking out tough runs... these things will all stand to us, right
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heebusjeebus wrote: »
I'm nervous about adding this time as i'd be over the moon just to finish it!
That's ok, that's a good goal too and probably a B. or C. goal for most of us. I'm trying not to focus too much on time but if i didn't have a time goal i'd probably take off like a race horse (a not very graceful one :rolleyes:) and then collapse before half-way, my time goal is just to keep me at a more achievable pace. I just want to finish it and I'd love to finish strong and smiling 0 -
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That's ok, that's a good goal too and probably a B. or C. goal for most of us. I'm trying not to focus too much on time but if i didn't have a time goal i'd probably take off like a race horse (a not very graceful one :rolleyes:) and then collapse before half-way, my time goal is just to keep me at a more achievable pace. I just want to finish it and I'd love to finish strong and smiling
Ya, good idea. I'm going to have to force myself to take it handy for the opening few miles. I tend to literally get carried away by the crowd. Happened to me at the half marathon too and I was wrecked for the last few miles.0 -
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I was out for a drive on Saturday and I took this Pic......I still get Goosebumps when I see these signs ......and I not even doing the marathon this year! :eek:
This pic was taken just before Myo's pub in Castleknock (just after you come out of the Phoenix Park), where the atmosphere turns electric!
Yes folks, it's official the DCM is actually happening this year...
It's gonna be great......I am so proud of you random strangers
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What is it about the day? Why do people who have done a 1:45 half reach halfway in 1:59 and be in trouble by mile 15? This is my big worry. They had done good lsrs of 20 miles but had problems before that distance at paces not appreciably faster. Does nervous energy drain you?
It's really interesting isn't it! I guess we all have bad runs/races and sometimes there's no accounting for it
Nervous energy. Travelling for a marathon, nervous and not sleeping well the night(s) before in a hotel or other strange bed. Out of routine, not eating/drinking as normal the day before due to travel/hotel etc. Spending too long at the Expo. A long morning on the feet getting to the start and hanging around waiting to go. Peaking too early as already mentioned. Over doing it during the taper. Weather conditions on the day and not adjusting for them.
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I better not or i'll miss my son's birthday, i'll never be forgiven :pac:Unthought Known wrote: »I really hope nobody takes 2 days to finish0 -
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scotindublin wrote: »Sandy cap and shades surely J???
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I was out for a drive on Saturday and I took this Pic......I still get Goosebumps when I see these signs ......and I not even doing the marathon this year! :eek:
This pic was taken just before Myo's pub in Castleknock (just after you come out of the Phoenix Park), where the atmosphere turns electric!
Yes folks, it's official the DCM is actually happening this year...
It's gonna be great......I am so proud of you random strangers
Is it too soon to start with the good luck wishes??!! +1 to Smash's post, I get goosebumps seeing those sings too and thinking of you all on the 29th running your first marathon, so exciting! Have been dipping in and out following your progress.
Whatever else happens on the day folks enjoy yourselves, soak up the atmosphere and have the best first marathon you possibly can. You've done the work, try not to worry too much. You've had a ton of good advice from the Auld and the Wubbly (:D) and all that remains is to run 26.2 miles and then go for a well deserved pint! Hopefully see you all in McGrattans afterwards. There's usually a big boards crew in there towards the back bar, don't be afraid to ask 'are you from boards'. If they're not they won't know what you mean and it won't matter!
Wishing you all the very, very best of luck.0
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