First HM run complete

[Runsome]

Hi all

Went out this morning in the frost to do a long run that I had put off from yesterday, having only ever done 17k in my prep for the Hastings Half next month I just kept going managing to do my first HM distance in 2:12:17. The last few k were a bit of a push but made it so now I’m happy as can be. I won’t do that distance again until race day as I don’t want to injure myself an have to miss it.😀

[roseabi Ultramarathon]

Well done, and I hope to meet you in Hastings 😊😊😊

[Runsome Marathon in reply to roseabi]

Me too hopefully see you there😊

[linda9389 Administrator Marathon]

Excellent run and a great time too 😀 that was a big jump from17k. Hastings herebyou come! 🏅

[Runsome Marathon in reply to linda9389]

Thanks linda9389😀

[Langley-Loper Half Marathon]

Well done, you know you can do it now.

[Runsome Marathon in reply to Langley-Loper]

Thanks Langley-Loper hope so 🤞😀

[Sqkr Half Marathon]

Hooray! All set for the day 😎

[Runsome Marathon in reply to Sqkr]

Hi sqkr thanks. yes I think so although I haven’t got my number yet 😀

[roseabi Ultramarathon in reply to Runsome]

Have you got it now? Mine came yesterday 😊

[Runsome Marathon in reply to roseabi]

Hi roseabi mine came yesterday too, makes it all a bit real now gulp🥴. 😀

[Lordi Marathon]

You'll know you can do it now, so that mental barrier is gone forever. Enjoy the run and don't go off too fast!

[Runsome Marathon in reply to Lordi]

Hi Lordi that’s good advice I do seem to get caught up with the moment and go off too fast. I will try and keep this in mind 😀

[UnfitNoMore Metric Marathon]

First 13.1... congratulations... great time too.

[Runsome Marathon in reply to UnfitNoMore]

Thanks UnfitNoMore😀

[over61andstilltrying Half Marathon]

Well done to you! Brilliant!

[Runsome Marathon in reply to over61andstilltrying]

Thanks very much over61andstilltrying 😀

[Agelesslass Metric Marathon]

That’s amazing Runsome. I will take this on as my inspiration as I’ve signed up for a half marathon in May, ran 10 miles last weekend, hope to increase to this mileage before my big dayso thanks so much Runsome.

[Runsome Marathon in reply to Agelesslass]

That’s fantastic Agelesslass . great going with the 10 miles. all the best with your training prep for your HM in May keep us informed how you go. Thanks RS👍😀

[cheekychipmunks Half Marathon]

Oh wow Runsome, I am in awe! I’m living HM training and HM vicariously through you guys as that distance will never be for me, and I’m more than happy to support all my VRBs all the way. 😀

You go. You’ve got this nailed, and I bet it feels epic! 🏃‍♂️👊🙌

[Runsome Marathon in reply to cheekychipmunks]

Hi cheeky. I didn’t think it was for me either but here I am a bit achy but ok. I didn’t ever think I could do this but encouragement from mutleyshuffle and pianoteacher made me think otherwise and I’m glad I’ve signed up. The main thing is do what you enjoy. In another moment of madness I’ve also signed up for a super sprint tri in May but I can only swim 4 lengths continuously and haven’t used a bike in years so it’s a sharp learning curve to begin after the half marathon in March. I will let you know how it does or doesn’t go. happy running RS😀

[cheekychipmunks Half Marathon in reply to Runsome]

Wowsers you’re on a roll aren’t you? We need to hear about all your exploits you realise? 😀 🏊‍♂️ 🚲 🏃‍♂️👍

Have fun, it sounds amazing. 😀😀

[Runsome Marathon in reply to cheekychipmunks]

Thanks I will 👍😀

[Katnap Marathon]

Awesome! Good luck on the race day!

😸 Katnap 😸

[Runsome Marathon in reply to Katnap]

Thanks karnal 👍

[Runsome Marathon in reply to Katnap]

I’m sorry Katnap I’ve just noticed my spelling.oops🥴

[Katnap Marathon in reply to Runsome]

Haha! I've been called worse so no worries and no offence taken. Think of it as karma.

[misswobble Marathon]

Great job! Well done 💪👍😃👊✊

Ease back now ready for race day. Eat/drink healthily and get some sleep 💤.

Now you know you can do the distance it’s a weight off your mind. 😃👍

[Runsome Marathon in reply to misswobble]

Thanks misswobble that sounds great. Easing back is something i can do and eating and sleeping sounds like bliss 😀

[Windoze Half Marathon]

Excellent work!! 😎 hope you have a great run at Hastings !

[Runsome Marathon in reply to Windoze]

Cheers Windoze👍

[Whatsapp Half Marathon]

Well done Runsome always good to get a HM distance under your belt. As has been said the mental barrier has been broken, Hastings will just be you next HM.

[Runsome Marathon in reply to Whatsapp]

Thanks WhatsApp hopefully it will feel better with the Distance in the bag already, I’m just a bit daunted as the first 5 miles are predominantly uphill. but slow and steady should see me through and then there’s the downhill section to look forward to but then again I have struggled running downhill in the past. I will just forget about it and enjoy the event 😀

[Whatsapp Half Marathon in reply to Runsome]

Yes, Harley Shute and Queensway are quite a climb. I have not don't the run myself but I work in Hastings so know the area. You can always walk for a bit if you need it, and its good that they are at the beginning of the run.

I am doing Eastbourne HM this weekend and if Iall goes well I am tempted to come along to Hastings a couple of weeks later and see for myself.

[Runsome Marathon in reply to Whatsapp]

Yes WhatsApp they are a bit steep Harley Shute especially. Good luck with your Eastbourne HM and possibly see you at Hastings. 👍

[mountaindreamer Half Marathon]

Well done!! And very speedy! Good luck for the big day! 😃🎉🎉🎉🏃‍♂️⭐️💥❤️

[Runsome Marathon in reply to mountaindreamer]

Thanks mountaindreamer love the emoji’s 😀

[MatildasPb Half Marathon]

Not ‘runsome’ ‘runquitealot’

Well done!

[Runsome Marathon in reply to MatildasPb]

Thanks MatildasPb it was runsomewalksome 😀👍

[MatildasPb Half Marathon in reply to Runsome]

👍

[Decker Ultramarathon]

Brilliant! Well done Runsome!

[Runsome Marathon in reply to Decker]

Cheers Decker