Natalie43 Member

motivating x

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wow these look professional!!

I live in SE London, and one of my favorite 10k races is Petts Wood 10k, takes place in October. Also there is a 10K Mo run for charity that takes place in a few London locations normally around November. If you look at runnersworld.co.uk they list all the upcoming events in the UK and previous ones are rated. GOOD LUCK.

sky+ episode, still need to watch......bump

try Tabata training.

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I've run a couple half-marathons in the UK, and lots of 10k's over the last 18months. In the diary I've got a couple of 10 milers,10k's and a half - taking me up to end Feb, then my first full marathon in April (Virgin London Marathon). I sprained my foot 6 weeks ago so have been miserable and only just started running…

I'm doing a 10k Mo Run on the 14th November in London, but as i cant grow a beard i'm goig to draw one on :smile: actually its the12th!!

I'm training for my first full Marathon next year in 2012, The Virgin London Marathon. I've raced a few halfs before but this will be the big one! I do a lot of core stability, strength endurance and plyometrics as well as running! Anyone else got a place in the Virgin London Marathon?

I tend to focus on the exercise/fitness side of things and diarise that more than food. However i have achieved most of my weight loss goal so maybe that is why i dont obsess so much on the food side of things...

Good luck, i'm based in London but you can add me as friend if u like....

intense!

might sound controversial but it might actually improve your speed and endurance. You need to make sure that you still work hard and sweat! I cross-train a lot and have found that once you've established your endurance&mileage for your races, using other exercises can be very beneficial. I have done many 10ks and a few…

mix in a hill run workout and that should do it.

if your style of training requires you to know this, then i suggest you get a Polar heart rate monitor/watch. You can get the most basic and it will help you get the most out of your regime and give you real feedback to your fitness. i use one and find it as good as having an instructor - it will tell you when to push it…

this is so wrong on so many levels:noway:

best - take one day at a time. worst - don't do anything you don't need to lose any weight!

i guess its a british chewy sweet, made by Barratt. They're sort of aniseed flavour and highly addictive :laugh:

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i slice mine and freeze them flat on some cling film on a plate. Then when frozen put all the pieces in a freezer bag and keep in the freezer. i eat the pieces before i go for my long runs for energy. also they're good as a sweet treat when you are craving sugar :smile:

motivating stories - good luck everyone on your journeys :flowerforyou:

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Thank you all so much. All really helpfull information, and i'll definitely take care of the amount of running if i get a puppy. Thank you :flowerforyou:

good luck with the 5k :wink:

i would agree that i also prefer to have a few extra wrinkles but feel healthy and strong inside :smile: Also dont get too hung up on BMI numbers, it can only be a guide. Trust me, you would be surprised how many athletes would come in as overweight or obese because of their muscle density. :noway: There are other measures…

trick #5 i will definitely use - thank you x

i find i need challenges to stay motivated. i have slowly built up my running and now take part in local events maybe one race every 3-4 months. it doesnt have to be a marathon, fun runs work for me just as well. I tell family and friends i am taking part so they encourage me, and if i commit to a race with sponsorship, i…

i would say be realistic with your goals and honest with your input! good luck:flowerforyou:

i just ran my first half-marathon in London at the weekend. :happy: I have just taken my time over the year, slowly increasing my distances. I also do other stuff, spin bike, rowing and circuit training. You don't just have to run all the time! Set mini goals, and enter local events, especially 5K races/funruns and then…