Do as I say, not as I do.

[Rignold]

So, to prep for a 10k, probably better to get plenty of rest the night before and hydrate well and eat something fairly neutral and carb-based, and on the day, have a light breakfast and a good amount of water an hour or so before the race.

Do not have Peruvian chicken with a sauce made of more than a dozen chillis, and three bottles of wine to wash it down with and then just have a litre of espresso and painkillers for breakfast.

Was horribly dehydrated in what turned out to be a hot and muggy race, got serious calf cramps at 4k and had to sit down and rub legs. Went just over the hour mark as a result.

Disappointed with self.

On a more positive note, though, my children all did the fun run and had a super time. My elder son finished 16th overall.

[old_git Graduate]

Nice bling though! Well done anyway, I'd be pleased with just over the hour!

[misswobble Graduate]

... and you got a medal! Well done for doing it and not quitting. Not that you ever would I'm sure, unless your leg was hanging off

I had a 10 k run on an empty stomach this morning because of a stupid lack of planning. I ran out of steam completely. I only had enough water to take my omega 3 capsule so was not hydrated properly. I had the slowest 10 k probably ever. Oh well you live and learn don;t you. If I'd had me porridge I'd have blinded it. LOL

Glad the kids had a great time, even if dad didn't

[useitorloseit Graduate in reply to misswobble]

I had porridge and went out about 3 hours later, but it gave me heartburn all the way. I usually run early morning on just water and half a banana, and that seems much better for me. It was pissing down till 11.30 though, and windy with it, so I didn't fancy it. When I did get out, the sun broke through and it was toooooooo hoooootttt and I really wished I had a bottle of water with me. I'm building up by doing one longer run a week, and this morning was 6.6k. It felt like 20. Hey ho. I bet your 10k was quicker than my 6.6 Miss W!!! x

[millwalki8 Graduate]

Nice bling matey, My wife and kids would be plodding round Clarks Village instead

[poppypug Graduate]

Well done Rig, you did it , you got the bling and your kids had a great time.....

Plus the tablecloth's back - Yay ! xxx

[useitorloseit Graduate]

Blimey, Rig! And you're usually such a health freak! 3 bottles of vino??!! Ouch!

[aliboo70]

Very naughty Rignold! but credit to you for an epic performance, don't i remember you being ill once and still doing a 10k, you are made of strong stuff! congratulations to you and the kids did great!!

[Pigivi]

You've done it all the same!!! And i can assure you that even having pasta and broccoli can cause nightmares the night before a HM!

[ju-ju- Graduate]

Naughty boy, but life is for living eh, and you did it and kids enjoyed it too...nice bit of bling to wear too, rest up this evening!!

[no-excuse Graduate]

Ummers! Never mind, you did it regardless, so well done you x

[Sparkyifhungry Graduate]

Love it, after 3 bottles of vino I wouldn't be getting out of bed never mind running 10k, respect to you!

[RainbowC Graduate]

Well done! I can safely say that even if I follow all the proper advice to the letter, there's no way I'll be just over the hour for my 10k in June, so I'm still envious! On the bright side, you know you'll be able to go quicker for your next one...

[pinkangel16 Graduate]

I concur with your advice there rig. I'm in training for a 10k and haven't yet done the distance. Yesterday morning, after being "on it" the day before, I went out for a run. Hoped for 9 but would be happy with a more realistic 8. Managed the 8 but it was damn hard! But, I'm certain that with proper prep I should be fine on the day.

Hope you're feeling recovered now, take care xx