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Dream big, work hard, achieve your goals - My DCM '19 Journey
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Comic Book Guy wrote: »Well done! Brilliant race report but even better time for your first ever HM.
I hope you are as proud as punch of yourself and appreciate what an accomplishment that is first time up and take great encouragement and confidence from it for DCM.
Thank you so much, i really went in with no huge expectations except to try have a bit of discipline for the 1st half of the race at least. I never felt i couldn't do it, a little maybe in mile 12 but knew i didn't have far to go & snapped myself out of it
I still woke up this morning thinking wow i did that - very proud 
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Congratulations on a great run in your first Half. From what I've read of your log and from the report yesterday, it definitely seems you're capable of going quite a bit faster. Could you join a club or just find a couple of people in your area to train with? One or two runners who are a little bit faster than you could bring you on a lot. For DCM, I would say, just continue what you're doing. Not much to be gained by being too aggressive on the first marathon (First hand experience here!)
Looking forward to seeing your progression. Next year you should be taking minutes off that Half time.
Thanks a mill, i'm really chuffed with it It has been said to me a few times about joining a club but i've heard pros & cons so not too sure! I would definitely like to improve as i feel i have it in me! My main aim for now is DCM so will leave all the decisions till after i cross that finish line 0 -
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Sun sep 15th - 3m recovery
Mile 1 - 10.26
Mile 2 - 10.55
Mile 3 - 11.01
Nice easy run - still buzzing after my half marathon:)
DCM wk 13
Tues 17th - Easy miles
Mile 1 - 10.20
Mile 2 - 11.03
Mile 3 - 9.51
Mile 4 - 10.29
Took it nice & handy
Weds 18th - easy miles with some pmp
Mile 1 - 10.28
Mile 2 - 10.22
Mile 3 - 8.10
Mile 4 - 9.12
Mile 5 - 9.03
Mile 6 - 9.10
Mile 7 - 11.01
All felt fine, would just like to be more consistent with my paces!
Thurs 19th - easy miles
Mile 1 - 10.06
Mile 2 - 10.35
Mile 3 - 10.22
Mile 4 - 9.58
Mile 5 - 10.12
Headed out early for this run & suprised i kept the paces slow as i was heading to Las Vegas later that day
Fri 20th - Vegas baby! 14m lsr
Mile 1 - 11.18
Mile 2 - 3.10??????
Mile 3 - 7.03????
Mile 4 - 11.20
Mile 5 - 10.46
Mile 6 - 11.23
Mile 7 - 10.51
Mile 8 - 11.52
Mile 9 - 11.32
Mile 10 - 11.01
Mile 11 - 11.00
Mile 12 - 13.06
Mile 13 - 11.06
Mile 14 - 6.18
This was a tough run. My watch glitched a few times so was really annoying me! Decided to run down the strip but there were an awful lot of steps & bridges so that slowed me down plus it was extremely warm! On my way back i just found a few carpaks & did laps of them to build miles!
Paces seemed all over the place but overall i was happy to have gotten it done especially as everyone else was heading to the pool but i soon caught up with them & enjoyed a well earned cocktail:D
Sun 22nd - 3m recovery
Did this on the treadmill & it was soooo boring!!
DCM wk 14
Tues 24th - easy & pmp miles
Mile 1 - 10.28
Mile 2 - 9.07
Mile 3 - 9.23
Mile 4 - 9.04
Mile 5 - 8.58
Mile 6 - 8.39
Mile 7 - 6.10
Mile 8 - 9.15
Mile 9 - 10.41
Couldn't face all the steps again so i ran the opposite way & found the MGM convention centre so i ran around the car park about 20 times! The security men were giving me funny looks & eventually asked me why i was doing so many laps haha
Again the paces seemed so erratic so again i will blame the watch!!!
The heat was unbelievable but i tried to get to the shade as much as possible - defo have enough freckles
Thurs 27th - 3m recovery
Mile 1 - 10.25
Mile 2 - 10.30
Mile 3 - 10.29
Took it easy as i was feeling a bit jetlaged
Fri 27th - Easy miles
Mile 1 - 10.05
Mile 2 - 10.06
Mile 3 - 10.09
Mile 4 - 10.19
Mile 5 - 9.11
Nice & consistent, didn't get the full 5th mile done.
Sat 28th Sept - 5m easy - 90mins progression run - 5m easy cooldown
Mile 1- 9.55
Mile 2 -10.00
Mile 3 - 10.03
Mile 4 - 9.53
Mile 5 - 9.58
Mile 6 - 9.25
Mile 7 - 9.28
Mile 8 - 9.27
Mile 9 - 1.38(.17m)
Mile 10 - 8.59
Mile 11 - 8.53
Mile 12 - 8.57
Mile 13 - 3.10(.35m)
Mile 14 - 8.04
Mile 15 - 8.00
Mile 16 - 8.10
Mile 17 - 5.45(.67m)
Mile 18 - 10.07
Mile 19 - 9.53
Mile 20 - 9.52
Mile 21 - 10.07
Mile 22 - 10.13
Slept in this morning so started my run later than usual but i had nothing on today so didn't mind! Had my usual porridge & banana. Put my zero tab in my water & took a gel & a protein bar chopped up for a change.
Took a couple of miles to settle into it but my new watch was a godsend! I was able to put it in as a workout & it literally did all the work for me! I really don't know how i did it with my other watch :eek:
I had 30 mins at 3 different paces & really enjoyed it! Found the last 2 mins of the fastest pace tough but nothing that made me want to give up...i just kept imagining coming to the end of the marathon & not wanting to give up
It felt great to head into an easy pace them for the last 5 miles!
Overall i feel i have gotten as much into my training as i could especially being away (as i was worried about this) Can't believe the weeks have gone by so quickly & my very 1st DCM is imminent:eek:
Edit: When i say i enjoyed my long run its more that i enjoyed the challenge of changing up the paces each 30mins - it was by no means an easy run but nothing too hard either! I defo like challenging my ability but only with the proper advice 0 -
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I agree with eabha, you are flying it and are going to run a brilliant marathon! Your long run this weekend sounds like it was comfortable enough for you - this was NOT the experience for me and I think this is what separates the total novice (me) from the "I can't believe she's a novice" (you) That's not to run myself down, I am so happy with myself, but you are doing so brilliant and you have a genuine talent for running - it's crazy to think that you didn't get into it earlier, but you have that in common with some of our best female runners Well done! We are on the home run now!! 0
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A great week's running especially considering you were running in the heat of Las Vegas for some of those runs. I'm very glad my holiday in the sun was at the very early stages of training and even then the longest I managed in the heat was 10k. Am definitely happy with our weather when it comes to running!
Thanks a mill & yes i totally agree i would take the irish weather any day for running 0 -
Bananaleaf wrote: »I agree with eabha, you are flying it and are going to run a brilliant marathon! Your long run this weekend sounds like it was comfortable enough for you - this was NOT the experience for me and I think this is what separates the total novice (me) from the "I can't believe she's a novice" (you) That's not to run myself down, I am so happy with myself, but you are doing so brilliant and you have a genuine talent for running - it's crazy to think that you didn't get into it earlier, but you have that in common with some of our best female runners Well done! We are on the home run now!!
Wow i don't know what to say :eek:
Thank you so much, all i know is that i am loving the structure of having a plan & as i said at the start i am fully committed. Looking at everyone's progress is amazing & with everything we all have our own abilities & sometimes it comes naturally & other times we have to work harder! So for me to run yesterday comfortably is good but for you to run it not so easily & not give up is brilliant, shows your character & determination which is something we have in common & i truly think it will stand to us both on the day! Keep doing what you're doing i think you will smash it
As for the marathon well its unknown territory & as the mentors & previous runners have said all the best training does NOT guarantee anything but i will defo give it a damn good go 0 -
Sun 29th Sept - 3M recovery
Mile 1 - 10.14
Mile 2 - 10.23
Mile 3 - 10.19
Was late enough getting out for this but paced it well to do it as easy as possible. Legs felt a little tired but nothing major - job done
DCM wk 15 - Mon 30th - 5M easy
Mile 1 - 10.14
Mile 2 - 10.12
Mile 3 - 10.19
Mile 4 - 10.29
Mile 5 - 10.16
Not gonna lie here, looking out the window in work at the weather was not exactly enticing me to do this run followed by a few workmates hilariously saying "enjoy your run" i won't type what my response was
Planned to head straight out but that didn't happen, one mini drama after another :eek:
Eventually i got out shorts & reflective rain jacket in tow. Felt weird as i'm still in short sleeves but knew i needed it!!
1st 3 miles were good settled into an easy pace, didn't mind the wind or rain & bopped along to a bit of Whitney - i wanna dance with somebody!
Turned to head back & good god i got a face full of heavy rain & wind :eek: Determined not to let this stop me i continued on & must have been a sight to anyone driving towards me(it was pitch dark at this stage! ) i looked like a drowned rat lip syncing to a-ha take on me...what a sight
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Wow wow let's not start a rebellion on my log
After doing my half marathon i think i will sacrifice the headphones! I actually think I focused more & i do want to soak up as much atmosphere as possible in case this is my only marathon :eek:
But while i am still training i shall have the tunes blasting:)
Before i list some of my tunes i shall say my playlist is quite unique but my family just call it weird haha
Pump it, ain't no mountain high enough, all you need is love, Don't stop me now, cheap thrills, 2 out of 3 ain't bad, abc, bed of roses, dangerous love & my defo fave marathon song(not one bit cliche) is One moment in time many of my weird & wonderful tunes! 0 -
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Tues 1st of Oct- 2m w/u, 35mins @8.15/8.30, 5mins jog,30 mins @7.50/8.05, 2m c/d
Mile 1 - 10.06
Mile 2 - 9.50
Mile 3 - 8.17
Mile 4 - 8.20
Mile 5 - 8.17
Mile 6 - 8.25
Mile 7 - 1.38(.20mi)
Mile 8 - 5.00(.49mi)
Mile 9 - 7.54
Mile 10 - 8.03
Mile 11 - 7.52
Mile 12 - 6.09(.75mi)
Mile 13 - 10.40
Mile 14 - 10.35
Total - 12.44mi
Thankfully the rain held off for this run but i could definitely feel a chill so opted for my long sleeve running top. Set my watch up & off i went. The 1st 2 miles felt ok, felt like my legs were heavy. Then i did the 1st 35mins at pace & i loved it. I kept the pace as steady as possible & it felt nice & controlled. Went into my 5min jog which too felt ok. Then i went into the next pace for 30mins. Was worried i might not be able to keep this consistent but again once i got into the flow it felt great! It's nice having a bit of variety & testing my abilities
Took it really handy for my cool down, at this stage it was pitch dark again so was happy to be home.
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Nice positivity around here. Just wondering, have you changed from the Boards plan?
Thanks a mill! Yes the positivity is here! Training is going really great and I'm not feeling over tired at all.
I am mostly following the boards plan. I have taken a bit of advice on changing the sessions a little bit cos it was pointed out to me that I ran 10 miles in the medics half marathon faster than I raced Frank Duffy :eek: I just wanted to challenge myself a bit without overdoing it now in training.0 -
Wednesday 2nd of October - 5m easy
Mile 1 - 10.19
Mile 2 - 10.14
Mile 3 - 10.14
Mile 4 - 10.21
Mile 5 - 10.11
Headed out on my usual route. A good few runners out this evening. Took it nice and easy for the whole run & felt good 0 -
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Sat 15th Oct - 3hr LSR - 17.79miles - average 10.09min per mile
Warning - animal theme continues:rolleyes:
Got up with the intention of heading out early! Had my brekkie, sorted my stuff & was ready to head out the door when my daughter called me to go into my son. He was sitting on his bed googling "what does it mean if my tongue is blue?" As he has asthma i took him straight to A & E to be told he may have a small virus but nothing to worry about. They also told me to watch him because like me he sleeps on his tummy & he remembers when he woke up that is face was right in the pillow:eek: Got him home & all tucked up on the sofa & headed out!
Why oh why did the 1st few miles feel so tough??? My legs felt heavy then those stupid doubts i thought i had put to bed crept back in
What if i let people down? What if i let the mentors down? What if i let myself down?? I had to tell myself to snap the hell out of it...this isn't me, why am i letting these thoughts in???
I shook myself off & decided to think about the positives...how up till the beginning of this year i thought 10k was long distance, how when i went on my 1st 8mile run after getting to mile 4 i'd be thinking, oh god ive only ran 4miles :eek: but now when i was running 18miles & get to mile 8 i'm saying yes 8 miles already only 10 to go:) The difference in my running is unbelievable, i fully committed to this & have given all i possibly could, so for that i will be proud;) After thinking all this it was like it was a different run!! I felt so much lighter & the running felt easier which was really helped by all the huge smiles from fellow runners - taper was defo in the air
Another huge positive is the money i have raised so far for the Irish kidney Association, well past my target which is brilliant. My friend Sandra came to Vegas with us & told us how much personally they have done for her which is great to hear:)
I headed down the canal towards the 9th lock to add miles on my run. As i was running i spotted ANOTHER loose dog, only this time it was a husky as big as myself :eek: He was in the estate so i carefully ran past & was hoping by the time i had to turn back he'd be gone...nope...he had decided to head out onto the canal...the path i was running on!!! No way was i passing him so i headed into the estate with the intention of avoiding him Imagine my horror when i turned the corner to run straight into him:eek: i just stopped & walked very slowly, he came over & sniffed me then some man let a little shout & he wandered off
...i thanked the man & continued on my way giving out about people letting dogs out without leads for a bit and wondering if this was Karma biting me in the ass for me slagging Mr Guppa a few weeks ago with the dogs in Citywest:pac:
It started raining as i headed back out onto the new road but i actually welcomed it as it was quite mild!
Have to say once i banished those silly thoughts i really enjoyed the rest of the run!
Another week closer now, feels mad to think where i was compared to where i am now...what a journey so far:D0 -
Sun 6th Oct - Recovery run @ roughly 10.30mins per mile.
Finally talked my son into heading out with me on his bike. We headed off & got into a pace but he kept stopping and calling me then chatting etc so thats why my miles were a little erratic:D Was glad to get him out for the exercise & fresh air!
Checked my milage for the week & i have ran 57.8miles:eek: chuffed with that!
Seen on the KBC page 3 weeks today we will be running the marathon:eek: i actually got butterflies from the excitement of the thoughts of it! Bring it on 0 -
That's an absolutely massive week you've put in - well done! There's no need to feel disheartened that you were tired for Saturday's run - it's be expected on the back of such a big week. Mind yourself for the next three weeks during the taper. All the hard work is now done - use the next three weeks to rest and recover - there is nothing to be gained from pushing yourself during this period. Taper well and you'll reap the rewards in THREE weeks time!
Huge well done on all the money you've raised - very impressive.
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Mr. Guappa wrote: »That's an absolutely massive week you've put in - well done! There's no need to feel disheartened that you were tired for Saturday's run - it's be expected on the back of such a big week. Mind yourself for the next three weeks during the taper. All the hard work is now done - use the next three weeks to rest and recover - there is nothing to be gained from pushing yourself during this period. Taper well and you'll reap the rewards in THREE weeks time!
Huge well done on all the money you've raised - very impressive.
Also, karma is a b*tch
Thanks a mill, looking at it properly i am really thrilled with the training & i honestly couldn't have done it without the mentors & all the support from this thread, so thank you
I am genuinely shocked & thrilled with the amount raised, almost 1000euros on line & a few sponsor cards in work:eek: I love how people can come together when something like this is happening
Finally hahaha yes Karma is indeed a b*tch, so if ye wouldn't mind turning off that hex you put on me it would be greatly appreciated;)0 -
Wk 16 - Tues 8th Oct - 5m easy
Ran an average of 10.22mins per mile. Was a nice run, very blustery out but a bit refreshing too!
Felt extremely weird not running yesterday after last weeks efforts but glad of the break too(once i convinced myself it's OK to rest too haha).
My thoughts are definitely on the marathon almost all of the time:pac: Still unsure of a few things but will figure them out one way or another 0 -
Weds 9th Oct - 1.5m w/u, 12mins@7.50/8.05, Jog 4mins, 15mins@8.15/8.30, 5mins Jog, 12mins@7.50/8.05, 2m c/d
Got held up in work so late enough heading out. Missed the rain thankfully so decided to leave the rain jacket at home - really glad i did as it ended up warm. Felt good the whole run & more disciplined with my paces, still not perfect changing from one pace to the next but getting there.
Again it seemed to get dark all of a sudden so need to watch this as i'm running alone!
Overall a good session
Thurs 10th - 5m Easy
Ran this as easy as possible so averaged 10.07mins per mile. Happy with this,nice to run again at lunch but had so much on & knew i'd be late again in work & nails done straight after so the evening wasn't an option - a blessing really with that torrential rain.
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Laineyfrecks wrote: »Weds 9th Oct - 1.5m w/u, 12mins@7.50/8.05, Jog 4mins, 15mins@8.15/8.30, 5mins Jog, 12mins@7.50/8.05, 2m c/d
Got held up in work so late enough heading out. Missed the rain thankfully so decided to leave the rain jacket at home - really glad i did as it ended up warm. Felt good the whole run & more disciplined with my paces, still not perfect changing from one pace to the next but getting there.
Again it seemed to get dark all of a sudden so need to watch this as i'm running alone!
Overall a good session
Thurs 10th - 5m Easy
Ran this as easy as possible so averaged 10.07mins per mile. Happy with this,nice to run again at lunch but had so much on & knew i'd be late again in work & nails done straight after so the evening wasn't an option - a blessing really with that torrential rain.
Defo happy to be resting tomorrow for my lsr on Sat:D
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Bananaleaf wrote: »Laineyfrecks wrote: »Weds 9th Oct - 1.5m w/u, 12mins@7.50/8.05, Jog 4mins, 15mins@8.15/8.30, 5mins Jog, 12mins@7.50/8.05, 2m c/d
Got held up in work so late enough heading out. Missed the rain thankfully so decided to leave the rain jacket at home - really glad i did as it ended up warm. Felt good the whole run & more disciplined with my paces, still not perfect changing from one pace to the next but getting there.
Again it seemed to get dark all of a sudden so need to watch this as i'm running alone!
Overall a good session
Thurs 10th - 5m Easy
Ran this as easy as possible so averaged 10.07mins per mile. Happy with this,nice to run again at lunch but had so much on & knew i'd be late again in work & nails done straight after so the evening wasn't an option - a blessing really with that torrential rain.
Defo happy to be resting tomorrow for my lsr on Sat:D
I dodged the rain too today! It's the little things
I was driving in it & my wipers couldn't even go fast enough it was that heavy:eek:0 -
Sat 12th Oct - 13m lsr
Tried to keep the paces between 9.50 - 10.00
9.54, 9.54, 9.54, 9.49, 9.53, 9.50, 9.56, 9.55, 9.53, 9.50, 9.50, 9.57, 10.11
I ended up heading out a bit later than usual as i got stuck into Kipchoge breaking his record!! It was amazing watching it & inspirational if nothing else! I really love that he had a dream, a goal in his head & heart & worked hard to achieve it...i don't really think you can ask for more
So i headed out on my run feeling all warm & fuzzy ha! The weather was fab actually felt like perfect running conditions for me! Was thrilled to see the 1st 3 miles so consistent, although i had to slow it down a few times as my legs felt very fresh so it would have been easy to get carried away, definitely something i will have to watch on the day!
The next mile was slightly faster but thats became a chap that i have passed every sat for the last 12 weeks at least ran up beside me & we chatted for a few mins so lost track a little, his 1st marathon too,he headed off & i slowed back down
The rest of the run was really nice especially as it was ONLY 13 miles imagine at the beginning of all this i couldn't have even imagined running that distance!!
Can't believe it's almost another week over!! I can't wait to give it my all & hopefully reap the rewards on the day, if the day doesn't go my way i am proud to say it won't be from the lack of training & determination
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Sun 13th Oct - 2 easy miles
10.13, 10.16
If i have a run in the morning or straight after work i'm so focused up & out (usually) but give me a recovery run on a Sunday & the procrastinating is UNBELIEVABLE, got the shopping & thought right let the others put it away & head out, nope cleaned the fridge, helped put it away then decided it would be best to put the dinner on so it would be cooking while i'm out! Right upstairs & get changed, simple right? Nope decide to reorganise my running gear, which has now over flown into a second drawer Everything all sorted & finally got out for my run, but on the plus side the weather was fab & my running drawer is all sorted
Week 17 :eek: Tues 15th Oct 4miles easy
10.03, 10.15, 10.27, 10.21
I ran my easy miles tonight wearing my Irish kidney Association top for the 1st time(my friends mam altered it by taking the sleeves out for me as i can't stand when i get too hot running) and as i was running listening to whitney blasting out 'give me one moment in time, when i'm more than i thought i could be' i got proper butterflies of excitement in my stomach thinking of those last miles, the support, then crossing that finish line, seeing my friend there & feeling so happy & proud & emotional i'm sure! As Mr Guppa pointed out there are so so many reasons that people run marathons & each one is as valid as the next Also today i checked sponsor cards & online & so far i am up to 1,400euro
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Weds 16th - 1.5m w/u, 10min@8.15/8.30, 4min jog, 8@7.50/8.05, 4min jog, 10@8.15/8.30, 4min jog, 8@7.50/8.00, 1.5m c/d
Went out for this session after work so was concious of the time & wanting to get it done before the dark!
I really enjoyed this session, enjoyed the slow parts but the fast even more. I think i paced it well & was able to keep them very consistent! Didn't make it home before the dark but i was back on the main road with lights etc so wasn't too worried:)
Thurs- 17th 4miles easy
10.01, 10.08, 10.10, 10.17
Nice easy run, legs felt good no complaints!
Sat -19th - 8mile LSR
10.11, 10.08, 10.14, 10.10, 10.14, 10.12,10.12, 10.33
Went out early enough for this run & really felt the cold! Took a couple of miles to warm up properly but was fine once i did. Took it really slowly & enjoyed it. Thoughts kept straying towards the big day & the fact that this was technically my very last lsr(for this training plan) then a few songs came on that reminded me of people or why i actually decided to do it...cue the tears it actually made me feel quite emotional so prob a good thing i won't have my music on the day(absolutely nothing to do with Skyblue46 harping on & on & on about no headphones;) ) It's been an emotional as well as a physical rollercoaster but one i have thoroughly enjoyed
My confidence has really come on & it feels amazing but by no means is it cockiness!! I have a plan and i hope it goes my way but just as the distance is unknown territory to me so is my plan! I have always been into sports or just keeping fit & i'd say i literally tried my hand at most sports but i had to try really really hard to be any good! I joined a women's soccer team in my late 20's and i think they tried me in every position, eventually keeping me in defence. In fairness i was good there but even with my speed i couldn't score in an empty goal:eek: my aim was shocking!! Point is i really had to work hard to even get a game each week, absolutely nothing wrong with that in fact you learn so much but with running its unreal...i just feel like i am naturally good at this, even before i knew what paces & race plans were i was getting told my pbs were really good for someone starting out :eek: this filled me with confidence & infact gave me the push to enter my very 1st marathon which i will be completing in almost 1 weeks time :eek:
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Laineyfrecks wrote: »Weds 16th - 1.5m w/u, 10min@8.15/8.30, 4min jog, 8@7.50/8.05, 4min jog, 10@8.15/8.30, 4min jog, 8@7.50/8.00, 1.5m c/d
Went out for this session after work so was concious of the time & wanting to get it done before the dark!
I really enjoyed this session, enjoyed the slow parts but the fast even more. I think i paced it well & was able to keep them very consistent! Didn't make it home before the dark but i was back on the main road with lights etc so wasn't too worried:)
Thurs- 17th 4miles easy
10.01, 10.08, 10.10, 10.17
Nice easy run, legs felt good no complaints!
Sat -19th - 8mile LSR
10.11, 10.08, 10.14, 10.10, 10.14, 10.12,10.12, 10.33
Went out early enough for this run & really felt the cold! Took a couple of miles to warm up properly but was fine once i did. Took it really slowly & enjoyed it. Thoughts kept straying towards the big day & the fact that this was technically my very last lsr(for this training plan) then a few songs came on that reminded me of people or why i actually decided to do it...cue the tears it actually made me feel quite emotional so prob a good thing i won't have my music on the day(absolutely nothing to do with Skyblue46 harping on & on & on about no headphones;) ) It's been an emotional as well as a physical rollercoaster but one i have thoroughly enjoyed
My confidence has really come on & it feels amazing but by no means is it cockiness!! I have a plan and i hope it goes my way but just as the distance is unknown territory to me so is my plan! I have always been into sports or just keeping fit & i'd say i literally tried my hand at most sports but i had to try really really hard to be any good! I joined a women's soccer team in my late 20's and i think they tried me in every position, eventually keeping me in defence. In fairness i was good there but even with my speed i couldn't score in an empty goal:eek: my aim was shocking!! Point is i really had to work hard to even get a game each week, absolutely nothing wrong with that in fact you learn so much but with running its unreal...i just feel like i am naturally good at this, even before i knew what paces & race plans were i was getting told my pbs were really good for someone starting out :eek: this filled me with confidence & infact gave me the push to enter my very 1st marathon which i will be completing in almost 1 weeks time :eek:
Maybe just maybe i will have my dream day next Sunday:D
That football team don't know what they're missing!
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Bananaleaf wrote: »That football team don't know what they're missing!
Good luck with the final week :eek::eek::eek:
Hahaha thanks so much In fairness i wasn't a natural footballer:eek:
Best of luck to you too! I really think this taper business has me all emotional;)0 -
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I love your enthusiasm and confidence. Your training has been excellent and your positivity always shines through. You deserve a great day next week. Just smile your way through it and have fun high fiving the kids and enjoy the crowds. Skyblue frequently accuses me of showboating throughout my first DCM - but I enjoyed every minute and that’s what I remember more than any time.
Thank you so much. I think i have found something i really love(as in the structure & discipline of the plan) but also the glory in the day I am definitely a smiler & believe its contagious so that won't be a problem, i really can't wait to soak up the atmosphere
Haha i'm sure thats what has been thought of me too
Can't believe this time next week it will be my final sleep before my very 1st marathon:eek:0 -
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Here's my tuppence worth. You can of course tell me to go take a running jump, but hey, opinions are free!
From what we can see from training and the odd race, and your 'profile', you seem to be a fine runner who will do better times in the near future once you stay healthy and injury free.
I think the whole emotion/smile/high-five everyone is massively over-rated. Now that may be because I'm a sour auld bollix but hear me out. This is a race and you have sacrificed time and effort to put in a decent training block. During the race concentrate on running (!!!). There'll be plenty of time for emotion at the finish and afterwards.
Yes, I know it's not the Olympics but I don't see why you shouldn't aim for the best time you can run on the day.
Best of luck.
Haha firstly i would never be that rude & yes opinions are free & i always appreciate when someone gives me theirs, weither or or not i agree with it is a different matter although:D
Mad thing is i seem to get along with "sour auld bollixes"...
Seriously i do smile a lot naturally even in races & yes i have been called tiny tears on many many occasions BUT i have worked my ass off for 16 weeks, getting to grips with pacing, race terminology, slowing down etc. My aim next Sunday is to get the best possible time i possibly can & believe me thats what I'm going out to do!
Now if i can get my best possible time whilst smiling & maybe shedding a few tears then we'll all be winners
Thank you.0
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