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UK runners - opinions on running coats
Specifically aimed at UKers for our weather. Do you wear one? If so why? If not why not? Any recommendations on brand or where to buy? I've only been running since March so haven't needed one before now but since our "summer" appears to be over I was thinking about getting one. Just not 100% convinced I will like wearing…
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Runners - a few questions about increasing mileage
I've just read the 5k to ultra marathon thread. Very interesting! I already know that you shouldn't increase mileage by more than 10% per week but always assumed that was total mileage however from the other thread I now think this is wrong and its my longer run I should be increasing by 10%. If so, what do I do with my 2…
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Running help please - struggling with 10k training app
Hi all, I completed one of the C25K training programs and ran my first 5k last Monday in around 38 mins (super slow I know lol). I've now started the 10K training app and am really struggling even though I'm only on week 1 which is: Day 1 & day 2 - 2 runs of 20 mins with a 3 min walking break Day 3 - 2 runs of 20 mins with…
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Had a binge but stopped halfway through
I'm an emotional eater, food has always been my "thing". We've had financial issues this week and I'm in work on my own so decided to go to the shop and buy a load of crap. Pringles, crisps, chocolate, sweets and coke. Even though I argued with myself back and forth about it and knew it wasn't a good idea I did it anyway.…
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I graduated today!
5k in 38 mins 30 secs Super slow but I don't care, I am super pleased with myself lol
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Whats your food of the moment
I'm currently in love with toasted pitta with sweet chilli homous and red peppers. Nom nom. What's your food of the moment?
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Very boring NSV
I had applied for life insurance, got acceptance terms today and there is no loading on the premium for my height / weight ratio. :)
