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Getting nervous now - first 5k race tomorrow!

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It's my RunBalmoral 5k tomorrow. Not sure how it will go as I haven't run in almost 2 weeks. I have been doing quite a lot of walking so hoping my fitness levels aren't too bad. I know it's supposed to be fun and I've already raised quite a bit for charity but I still would like to do it in a decent time. I'm aiming for 35 minutes and would be delighted with anything under that. Here's hoping the hail and sleet stays away. We've had everything today - sunshine, wind, hail, sleet ........

Think there's a couple of others on here going to be there so good luck to you.

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Hope you have a lovely run, without too many weather problems! :)

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rosn123Graduate in reply to greenlegs

Thank you!

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didntrunthatGraduate

Goodluck! Hopefully the sun shows its face...

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rosn123Graduate in reply to didntrunthat

Thanks, here's hoping.

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swanscotGraduate

Have a great run, rosn123! The weather forecast is now looking better than it has all week, so let's hope we actually get the promised sunny intervals!

It should be a great atmosphere. The organisers say they will be 8000 people there and it will be great to see so many children in the Primary and Secondary School races.

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rosn123Graduate in reply to swanscot

Thanks. Should be a good crowd. We're hoping to be there in time to my great niece run in the Primary School race. Enjoy your run - I'll look out for you.

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greenlegsGraduate in reply to swanscot

All the best for your run too, swanscot. :)

Enjoy, you'll be grand, fingers crossed for perfect running weather :-)

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Thank you!

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con-brioGraduate

Wow, do I admire you! What a lovely thing to do. :-)

Of course 35 minutes would be fantastic and you're aiming for a PB, but don't worry too much about the time: breathe in the atmosphere and enjoy yourself. Come rain or shine it's bound to be a day to remember... :-)

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AnniemurphGraduate

Best of luck - you're probably out there now as I'm typing this! Let us know how you get on :)

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wilmacghGraduate

Good luck and enjoy yourself.

It looks wonderful. I'm envious. Walked very close to the route on holiday 2 years' ago. I love running in new places.

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ju-ju-Graduate

Good luck. Hope it goes well and most importantly I hope you enjoy it!! X

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