So I have been pondering about attempting the HM distance for a while now but was dithering about when? where? trail or road? organised or virtual?......
I looked at roseabi 's plan a few months ago and adapted it to suit the days I could run etc. and used 10th October as the race day because I vaguely thought I would like to do the Bournemouth HM.
Last Monday I looked at the plan again and day 1 was June 21st. On the same day I had some very sad news about a family member who lost her battle with MND. I thought perhaps I could run the HM to raise money for the MND Association and set about booking a place and setting up a Just Giving page. The Bournemouth HM is fitting because she lived all her life in Bournemouth and Poole.
I also like the Bournemouth HM route. It is a linear route (don't fancy going round a route twice and probably being lapped!) and basically flat, going along the seafront. Lovely sea breeze too! I used to live in Bournemouth so it will be familiar and also family will be able to support which will be a bonus π
So I have completed one week of my plan - 3 runs which included a hilly one plus stretch and strength days. Once term has finished I will be able to fit in more walks on cross training days and perhaps a bike ride? I am hoping that the trail running and hilly routes I do will pay dividends on race day!
One problem......I need some road running shoes! wide fitting - any suggestions?
Best of luck to everyone with your training plans.