City of Manchester 10km - Page 2

kev · #16 8th May 08, 10:47 PM

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Originally Posted by dimple

Thanks for that, I've not a clue about races as I've never done one, only fun runs so far

I will enter this, just hope I don't show myself up. I am running 6 miles 3 times a week, but it's more like jogging and takes me about 50 minutes:eek:

me TO MATE I DONE A 4.3 SECTION OF A MARATHON RELAY THIS WEEK BUT TIME WAS POOR, MAYBE 50 MINUTES I,M HOPING FOR A 10K IN JUNE, DON,T WANNA SHOW MESELF UP TIMEWISE. ANY GOOD TRAINING TIPS OUT THERE

Obigone · #17 8th May 08, 11:30 PM

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Originally Posted by kev

me TO MATE I DONE A 4.3 SECTION OF A MARATHON RELAY THIS WEEK BUT TIME WAS POOR, MAYBE 50 MINUTES I,M HOPING FOR A 10K IN JUNE, DON,T WANNA SHOW MESELF UP TIMEWISE. ANY GOOD TRAINING TIPS OUT THERE

Kev there really isn't any secret to it, just get out there 3/4 times a week and gradually build up distance/speed!

You can complicate it later(intervals, hill sessions, Fartleks etc..) and if you want to enter a race then go for it! Don't worry about times, positions if you can run the distance non-stop you probably won't be last!

Obi.

Obigone · #18 8th May 08, 11:36 PM

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Originally Posted by aerun

Ciao Obigone and thanks so much for the link, I didn't know about it and seems interesting, I'll check all info on the web site!

Where do you usually go to run?

aerun, I run the trails and footpaths around Stockport, there are lots of off road sections which I find more interesting than pounding the streets(less wear and tear too!).

I usually run in the morning(8:30am) before I go to work and I warm up in Vernon Park then set off to where I want to go. If you fancy it let me know and I'll show you some routes!

Obi.

aerun · #19 9th May 08, 10:53 AM

Morning Obigone, generally i run on the street, and from Hazel Groove where i live most of time and most of my miles are to Poynton, sometimes to Stockport on the A6, I have tried a couple of time Lime Park and Wilmslow Park but never off-road....it's more complicate then street ways?

aerun

Obigone · #20 9th May 08, 02:03 PM

aerun, your best bet living in Hazel Grove(Groove! Like it!) is the canal tow paths and the Middlewood Way which runs through HG. I did a 10k in that area, it went from the Ring 'o ' Bells in Marple, upto High Lane and back, I think they are doing it again in Sept.

Trail running, for me, is so much more interesting than plodding along the streets! The scenery is better for a start! And you don't get into arguements with cars! The undulating nature means you get a better workout than on flat uniform streets.

Ciao!
Obi.

aerun · #21 9th May 08, 04:07 PM

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Hazel Grove(Groove! Like it!)

Sorry for the error but I play bass guitar as well so for me is Hazel GROOVE!!!!

Obigone · #22 9th May 08, 06:29 PM

Well suprise, suprise! I play bass too! Although not very well!

I used to play in a duo, many moons ago, that played in pubs and clubs. I also dabble with: acoustic guitar, drums, and saxophone!

aerun · #23 12th May 08, 09:50 AM

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Originally Posted by Obigone

Well suprise, suprise! I play bass too! Although not very well!

I used to play in a duo, many moons ago, that played in pubs and clubs. I also dabble with: acoustic guitar, drums, and saxophone!

...so what about a Runners Band?? Would be great....play and run at the same time!

twinkle toes · #24 12th May 08, 09:59 AM

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Originally Posted by aerun

Hi guys I have just joined this web site, are only 4 months an half that I am running and i can't live anymore without it....thanks God!

I have read only now about Manchester 10k Race and I am so sad because i live in Stockport and was a great opportunity to make my first competition, but I didn't knew about it.....anyway will be for the next time.

I hope to know some new friends on this forum, maybe someone in my same area so we can organize some good runs together!!!!

(Sorry for my bad English

but I am Italian)

See ya!

Buongiorno Aerun.

Good for you for joining us, your english is just fine, hope you stick around

TT

dimple · #25 12th May 08, 10:51 PM

I'm still waiting for a response from this bloke who's connected with the race, I tried to apply on-line about 3 weeks ago, but got to the point where I entered all my bank details then hit a wall. Anyway spoke to this bloke I just want to make sure he's no record of me before I send in a postal application.

As this is my first race is this what everyone would recommend to apply through the post?

Thanks

Obigone · #26 13th May 08, 12:11 AM

Did you use the John Schofield site when you tried to enter online? I always use this site for online entries and I haven't had a problem yet!

Here's a link: http://ukresults.net/08jul.html#manchester10k

Obi

dimple · #27 13th May 08, 08:13 AM

Thanks Obi, I've just applied through this site and was successful

There's no going back now. I'm doing Race for Life this Sunday which doesn't worry me that much but this 10k I've just entered will. Gotta give it a go though

Obigone · #28 13th May 08, 08:48 AM

Good for Dimple!

Don't worry, if your not gonna win it(your not gonna win it are you?), then all you have to worry about is not finishing last!

And, if you can run the distance, then I'll guarantee you wont be last!

My first race was a 10k, and, before I entered, I checked last year's results(using the same site) to see what the finishing times for the back markers were. As I knew what time I ran 10k in training was quite a bit better than this I knew I wouldn't be last!

Enjoy!

Obi.

dimple · #29 13th May 08, 12:36 PM

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Originally Posted by Obigone

Good for Dimple!

Don't worry, if your not gonna win it(your not gonna win it are you?)Obi.

No I ain't gonna win it there's no doubt about that! I've just looked at last years results, and I now think I'll have to start pushing myself a bit more in training.

Not to worry though :eek:

aerun · #30 15th May 08, 04:17 PM

Hi guys I am happy i have just applied for the Offerton 10k in july 2nd, is the first race of my life so I am so excited about it.....I hope that will be possible also know some new people!!

aerun