A week later than the main event (when I ran a virtual 10k), today was the day I’d earmarked for the virtual half. The conditions we’re great, cool with lots of autumnal sunshine. I’d carefully planned a familiar local route in north Edinburgh, but going a slightly different way than normal to keep things interesting. My hydration and fuelling strategy was worked out and worked well, though carrying sticky energy gel packets until I found a bin was a bit grim. The achilles tendon trouble I’d picked up in October didn’t cause me any issues. Phew. Though a tightening hamstring in the last 5k seems to be fairly common for me. Need to keep an eye on this and make sure I’m doing those stretches. My time (1:57:38) wasn’t my main concern today given fitness levels and minor niggles. But pleased with this effort.
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HU Autumn Virtual HM Report
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Stephen_UKHalf Marathon
Well done, RD. An amazing time, too.
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linda9389AdministratorMarathon
A fabulous run! So glad the niggles mostly kept quiet for you today. Those sticky gels are awful though!!! Will add you to the results.
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RunWillieMetric Marathon
Great run! runningdad 👍🏻
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sparky66Half Marathon
Absolutely brilliant, well done 👏👏👏
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IrishprincessAdministratorHalf Marathon
And you have every reason to feel pleased with this! That’s a brilliant time, well done to you 👍
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SkiMondayUltramarathon
Great run there RD. I'd love to break through the 2-hr barrier!
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CmoiMarathon
Great run runningdad , congratulations!
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