[Lou2006]

Hi There

I have started to take up running again, I would be interested in entering a few 10k races in a few months as I find it more motivating when training. I ran a half marathon a few years ago and have been very lazy since.

Would anyone know where I can find a list of races in my area, I don't really want to join a running club as I am not looking for anything too competitive at this stage.

Any ideas would be much appreciated.

Thanks

Lou

 

[Greg]

The runner's world site has a list of events split by region and distance. You can also enter a lot of them online.

Have a look here

 

[Lou2006]

Thanks Greg, its a really good site.

I have also been reading about the the Bushy Park time trial which is just down the road from me, I had better dust off the trainers and start running!!

Thanks again

 

[Dan_R]

A few of the members on here are regulars at the BPTT, I'm sure they'll tell you more about it. I'm hoping to do it myself the next time I'm in London for the weekend.

 

[Greg]

Funny you should mention the BPTT... Yes, it is a really good event, friendly and hassle-free. A really good way to kick off the week-end.

 

[Hollywood]

Lou - don't delay - come on down to the BPTT with the dusty trainers, the tired legs and the biggest hangover you can muster - one of the best things about it being a regular event is that you can really use it to measure your progress. Also don't worry about being last - the time keeping crew will wait for everyone and I'm sure there'll be people behind you!

 

[Hollywood]

Oh yeah and this weekend would be a very good weekend to start - since it's especially dedicated to all runners looking to try to beat the 30min hurdle - so there should be a good turnout of runners at all paces from 15 to 40 minutes!