Have tshirt, will run

[boptillyoudrop49]

Picked up start number and tshirt today for Saturday's race. It was pretty crowded but everyone was friendly and in good spirits. Met some lovely people and had a nice chat whilst waiting. The atmosphere was great so if the race is going to be similar, I'm really looking forward to it I was advised to get the tshirt big because they're quite tight but it is actually a bit on the big side for someone with my petite frame. Still I like them loose. Hey ho, let's go!!!!

[Irishprincess Graduate]

Oooh I'm so excited Sandra and I'm not even running it! That's a fab colour and it matches my face exactly after a fast run! Just think of all of us cheering you along the route (we'll be the really rowdy lot 😊), you'll be fab and I can't wait to read all about it and see the bling.

[boptillyoudrop49 Graduate in reply to Irishprincess]

Oh thanks I'm really looking forward to it now. It was such a nice atmosphere there this morning, met some great people and was given recommendations for other upcoming runs. I'm all excited now

[Sandraj39 Graduate]

Yay! Bet its feeling pretty real now! Good luck☺!

[boptillyoudrop49 Graduate in reply to Sandraj39]

Hopefully I don't do something stupid like twist my ankle tomorrow. I was starting to feel a bit nervous but now I'm excited in a positive way. Looking forward to it. Don't think I'll manage a fantastic time like you but I'll be proud of myself if I can finish it. Already booked your next race?

[Sandraj39 Graduate in reply to boptillyoudrop49]

You will love it I am sure! I was worried I would get injured or ill before mine too! We are all rooting for you - enjoy the occasion! Am going to enter the Great South Run in October(10miles😮) and a local trail 10k in September but am looking for another 10k locally before then if possible. Keep us posted!

[boptillyoudrop49 Graduate in reply to Sandraj39]

Wow you are such a runner now! I am plodding along in your footsteps, so keep running. You are really inspiring me, you know

[Sandraj39 Graduate in reply to boptillyoudrop49]

I reckon we're both doing pretty well Sandra☺

[poppypug Graduate]

Woo Hoo Bop ! Its really real now you've got the Tshirt !

That's a gorgeous colour btw , lovely !

Good Luck , I am sure you will absolutely LOVE it.

Realfoodieclub put up a BRILLIANT reply earlier to a post from someone asking what its like to run in a event , she describes it just perfectly. I found myself squeaking with excitement whilst I was reading it . I will see if I can find it .

Give it your best shot Bops, we will all be rootin'and tootin' for you ! xxx

[boptillyoudrop49 Graduate in reply to poppypug]

Oh thanks popsy, you guys are just fantastic. I love the tshirt, it matches my shoes perfectly and a girl likes to be coordinated. Like IP says the face will probably match too!

[poppypug Graduate in reply to boptillyoudrop49]

Oh yes , you've got to wear the matching nail polish too , its the law !

I am wearing an orange top and Sunday and doing my nails orange too !

Last year, the ribbon colour on my medal matched my nail colour perfectly ! xxx

[boptillyoudrop49 Graduate in reply to poppypug]

Haha men will think we are bonkers!

[poppypug Graduate in reply to boptillyoudrop49]

I do it for every race now , its like a pre -race ritual , a Good Luck charm xxx

[boptillyoudrop49 Graduate in reply to poppypug]

Ooh yes I need a ritual!

[poppypug Graduate]

Here it is , its on Yatesys post and its RFC's reply to jt24 :

healthunlocked.com/couchto5...

Hope it works , I'm not the worlds best at techy stuff xxx

[boptillyoudrop49 Graduate in reply to poppypug]

Thanks for that. It did work and what a great post that is. I bet it makes everyone want to get out there and run a race.

[poppypug Graduate in reply to boptillyoudrop49]

Its great isn't it ? Just captures it all so perfectly xxx

[boptillyoudrop49 Graduate in reply to poppypug]

It does. You can really hear how much she loves racing. Loving the whole vibe of that post. You must be all excited yourself. Big day Sunday and a get-together. And you worry when you're doing the programme that running will get stale on you!

[poppypug Graduate in reply to boptillyoudrop49]

Oh I really cant wait for Sunday, its just such a brilliant event . Hope you have a fantastic day on Saturday, Enjoy it ! xxx

[boptillyoudrop49 Graduate in reply to poppypug]

Thanks popsy, you too hun

[poppypug Graduate in reply to boptillyoudrop49]

Thank you xxx Cant wait to read your report xxx

[Jaxsy_runs]

Good luck boptillyoudrop49 ! I love your t-shirt❤️ I think You'll run your fastest in that😊

Have a great day...arms up high at the finish x

[boptillyoudrop49 Graduate in reply to Jaxsy_runs]

Thanks Jaxsy. I was worried I was going to be intimidated and feel like a fake runner but now I am all excited and buzzing. If I don't run better in snazzy hot pink, is there any hope for me?!

[Jaxsy_runs]

... you have got this one nailed....no feelings of worries nor intimidation because you will see, when you get there, that you are with like minded others - excited, nervous, happy runners...it's such an exciting day...I think it exceeds my Christmas Eves X

Have a great day!

[boptillyoudrop49 Graduate in reply to Jaxsy_runs]

Thanks jaxsy. I love the support on this forum. I never would have entered a race if it wasn't for you fantastic bunch of runners

[Jaxsy_runs in reply to boptillyoudrop49]

& You're so supportive of everyone here too... Thanks X ... Now just you sit back .... Until your race & enjoy the support right back... Feet up!

[Oldfloss Administrator Graduate]

So excited for you...and loving the colour☺

Go out there and strut your stuff and have an awesome time.

i don't mind that I will never do this sort of thing....got amazing people like you doing it and I am able to live it with you!!

Have a super.super day..☺

[boptillyoudrop49 Graduate in reply to Oldfloss]

Floss, when I was picking up the tshirt, a threesome were in front of me : young woman in her 20s, mum and grandmother. They're all running together which I thought was super cool. If I were you and living in the UK, I think I'd try a park run. Especially when winter sets in it could be hard to keepmotivated and the park runs Siobhan posts about sound very friendly and inclusive.

[boptillyoudrop49 Graduate in reply to Oldfloss]

You're pretty darn amazing yourself lady and thanks, I am looking forward to it now. I did wonder after registering if I hadn't got out of my depth but I think it is jzst a bit out of my comfort zone, which sometimes feels like the same thing!

[davelinks Graduate]

Bop! Great! The colour your face will be at the end!😁 Have a great run!😊

[boptillyoudrop49 Graduate in reply to davelinks]

Haha Dave you're right about that. I'll be like a hot pink beacon.

[davelinks Graduate in reply to boptillyoudrop49]

Would also match the colour of my wife's face(slinkylinky)after she's run!😁

[Oldfloss Administrator Graduate]

GOOD LUCK for tomorrow!!!! Rock it over that finish line!!!!!x

[boptillyoudrop49 Graduate in reply to Oldfloss]

Thanks floss All keyed up and ready to run now. We start with a salsa warm up. I like the sound of that.

[Oldfloss Administrator Graduate in reply to boptillyoudrop49]

Oh yes.... x

[Oldfloss Administrator Graduate in reply to boptillyoudrop49]

Are you the teeniest bit nervous or just really, really excited?

I am excited for you.. and I am not even there

[boptillyoudrop49 Graduate in reply to Oldfloss]

No, it is strange but tbe nervousness has gone completely. I lost it when I met some of the other runners and there was just this fantastic atmosphere of being with other people in a big happening. The only thing I'd still be worrying about would be getting there on time, finding where to go and needing the loo just befote the start. Otherwise I am honestly looking forward to it now.

[Oldfloss Administrator Graduate in reply to boptillyoudrop49]

You will be great..☺