EVENTS! EVENTS! TELL US ABOUT YOUR MARCH 2022 RACES HERE 🥳👍

[Irishprincess]

Hello you epic runners! Guess what? It’s nearly March!!! And that usually means the race schedules are getting busier and there are lots more events 🤗

Are you taking part in one? If so, we want all the details. Any distance, any location, everything is welcome here.

Tell us all about it in the comments and we’ll add you to our list. We’ll then be able to send you out with a pom pom flourish on the Friday before your race to give you an extra va-va-voom 🥳

Go on, you know you want to…….

Enjoy your training 😍

The Marathon Team xxx

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[Tasha99 Marathon]

Good luck March racers! 😍

[TailChaser Marathon]

Hi IP! I was feeling a bit bereft with the postponement of the Bath Half and the end of my Winter Series but Sandie1961 suggested the Burghley 7 miler near Stamford in Lincolnshire. ,cheekychipmunks , Shake-and-run and myself will be joining her for a proper HU knees up on 13th March 🥳🥳🥳👍

[cheekychipmunks Half Marathon in reply to TailChaser]

Yes! Something to be excited about running-wise at last! The Bath Half postponement sent my running plans into free fall. Thanks for the name check TailChaser . Can’t wait! 👏👏

[TailChaser Marathon in reply to cheekychipmunks]

I know what you mean cheeky, I’ve just mindlessly followed my plan for no particular reason than to have some structure. It’ll be great to run somewhere different (and without hills 🤣) 👍

[cheekychipmunks Half Marathon in reply to TailChaser]

That was my plan too, but it fell apart in spectacular fashion when the weather went haywire! 💦💨💦💨

[TailChaser Marathon in reply to cheekychipmunks]

That’s where the Winter Series was really useful!

[Irishprincess Administrator Half Marathon in reply to TailChaser]

Ooooh how exciting TC! You’re all on the spreadsheet now 🤗

I know what you mean about Bath. It just messed up our planning ☹️ but Burghley looks fab!

[TailChaser Marathon in reply to Irishprincess]

Thanks IP, it does doesn’t it? 👍

[Nikasa777 Ultramarathon]

I’ve got a race next Sunday (6th March) it’s called The Steyning Stinger. It’s a muddy trail run over the South Downs. I’m doing the Marathon as part of my ultra training 😳 but there is the 1/2 option too.

[Irishprincess Administrator Half Marathon in reply to Nikasa777]

You’re on the list! I’ve had a look at the website and noticed all the hills 💪 That looks hardcore but if you’re training for an ultra then you are no doubt ready for them.

Enjoy your taper and watch out for lots of pom poms next Friday 🥳

[misswobble Marathon in reply to Nikasa777]

Oooooh that sounds fab! I hope the weather’s kind Good luck👍😀

[Jerry_Hatrick Half Marathon]

Hi IP, Please add me to your list - I'm running the Cambridge HM next Sunday (6th March). This is my first organized, non-virtual running event ever (apart from Park Runs) so I'm quite excited by the prospect. I just hope the weather is good for the occasion.

[Irishprincess Administrator Half Marathon in reply to Jerry_Hatrick]

You’re on the list! A few people here over the years have done Cambridge and have loved it. They always mention the brilliant atmosphere. It’s one of those iconic races so you’re sure to really enjoy it. And your first ever event is always special 😍

Enjoy your taper week and watch out for the pom poms on Friday to send you on your way 🥳

[RunBrianRun Half Marathon]

I have been selected to run in the Southern Counties Masters 200 metre relay team at the Indoor Championships on the 13th. Terrified would be an understatement! 😬

I’m just in from cheering on the Brighton Half runners. So many more runners than last year! Weather is kind but that wind 💨😳

Brighton half

[roseabi Ultramarathon in reply to RunBrianRun]

Oh wow, awesome!!!

[RunBrianRun Half Marathon in reply to roseabi]

Thank you Abi

[Decker Ultramarathon in reply to RunBrianRun]

That’s amazing Brian!

[RunBrianRun Half Marathon in reply to Decker]

Thanks Decker. My first masters event 😬😃

[Decker Ultramarathon in reply to RunBrianRun]

You’ve got the speed. You can do it! 👊

[RunBrianRun Half Marathon in reply to Decker]

Thanks Decker. I must admit it was a bit of a surprise when I got selected. And then I realised it was only 4 weeks to the race itself eek 😬 😱 Complete overhaul of the training regime required.

[GTFC Marathon in reply to RunBrianRun]

Absolute quality you are! Fantastic achievement 👏👏👏

[RunBrianRun Half Marathon in reply to GTFC]

Aww that’s very sweet of you thank you 😊

[Irishprincess Administrator Half Marathon in reply to RunBrianRun]

Wow Brian, that’s fabulous! Go you 🏃‍♂️ You’re on the list 🙂

[RunBrianRun Half Marathon in reply to Irishprincess]

Thank you IP 👍😊

[Tasha99 Marathon in reply to RunBrianRun]

Wow! Amazing! 👌🏽

[RunBrianRun Half Marathon in reply to Tasha99]

Thank you Tasha 🙏

[Katnap Marathon in reply to RunBrianRun]

💪💪 good luck Brian!

[RunBrianRun Half Marathon in reply to Katnap]

Cheers katnap 👍

[R4inbow Ultramarathon in reply to RunBrianRun]

Wow, that's fantastic!

[RunBrianRun Half Marathon in reply to R4inbow]

Thank you but I am very nervous after a pretty poor training session today 😬

[Irishprincess Administrator Half Marathon in reply to RunBrianRun]

We know what you can do Brian 💪🏃‍♂️

[RunBrianRun Half Marathon in reply to Irishprincess]

😅😌

[misswobble Marathon]

I’ve got one on 27th - Monsal Tunnels HM but whether I’ll make the start line I don’t know. I’m on the sofa with an ice pack on my knee 😤

I hope everyone is well on with their training plans 😀👍

[Irishprincess Administrator Half Marathon in reply to misswobble]

You’re on the list MissW! I’m crossing everything for you that you’ll be ok to go come the day. There’s plenty of time for rest and ice. But it’s so frustrating ☹️

[misswobble Marathon in reply to Irishprincess]

It so is! I’m dog walking in the rain today, slowly slowly as the dog is a bit ancient, but then so am I 😁🐕🌫💦💧☔️

I managed a few walks to and from the garage yesterday 🚗.

[Irishprincess Administrator Half Marathon in reply to misswobble]

And how was it?

[misswobble Marathon in reply to Irishprincess]

I was ok afterwards. I’m doing the usual treatments, RICE etc.

I jogged today! I fell out with a white van man 🤯🤬😁.

I’ve had my feet up mostly since then. Still icing and painkillers before bed. Fingers crossed.

[Irishprincess Administrator Half Marathon in reply to misswobble]

That sounds promising 🤞 but boo to the fallout with white van man 😡

[misswobble Marathon in reply to Irishprincess]

I’ve got the ingredients today to make I anti-inflammatory smoothies 😋. I foam rolled a bit before bed last night.

[Katnap Marathon]

Hi IP! Myself and Windoze will be at the Draycote Water 10k 13/03/22

🐱 Katnap 🐱

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[Irishprincess Administrator Half Marathon in reply to Katnap]

Hi Katnap! You’re both on the list and pom poms are being dusted already 🥳 This looks like a lovely location 😍

[R4inbow Ultramarathon in reply to Katnap]

I did a race there a couple of years ago, it's a really lovely location - enjoy. Also, I remember getting socks at the end, I hope it's the same!!

[Irishprincess Administrator Half Marathon in reply to R4inbow]

What a fab idea!

[Katnap Marathon in reply to R4inbow]

As it happens I recently marshalled at an event where the 'bling' was socks 🤣See :

Not The Roman IX

[Windoze Half Marathon in reply to R4inbow]

I've had 2 hats from Previous Draycote races. Sock would be good 🤣

[Windoze Half Marathon in reply to Katnap]

Whoop. Dis be me first race of 2022...am I ready for it....course not 🤣🤣

[Katnap Marathon in reply to Windoze]

Just do it. What could possibly go wrong?

[Irishprincess Administrator Half Marathon in reply to Windoze]

Just think of it as a nice day out 🙂

[roseabi Ultramarathon]

LurcherMum is running her first half marathon on 20th March at Hampton Court palacehalf.com/

xxx

[Irishprincess Administrator Half Marathon in reply to roseabi]

I’m on it….. 👍

[SkiMonday Ultramarathon]

Hi there IP

I have the Forest of Dean HM coming up on 20th March so I guess that counts. Did you decide to go for it (there’s still 6 days left before entries close)?

I’ve also entered the Manchester Marathon on Sunday 3rd April. Is it too early to add that to the list? That’s definitely the event that I’m focussing on.

Anyhow, I’ve spent enough time on the PC today; it’s time I went out and did some training...

[Irishprincess Administrator Half Marathon in reply to SkiMonday]

Hi SM! You’re on the spreadsheet for March but keep an eye out for the shout about April events at the end of this month.

I’m not doing this one. As I was faffing about and considering whether to sign up I remembered that it was a friend’s birthday and she was coming to stay with us. Not sure heading out for most of the day without her would have been a good idea 😕

But I’m keeping an eye on it for next year. Looking forward to reading all about it from your excellent race reporting 🙂

Enjoy your training!

[SkiMonday Ultramarathon in reply to Irishprincess]

Thanks IP

Thought at first you were referring to Manchester but I guess you mean a report for the FoD HM (like I said, my focus is on Manchester). I’m sure I’ll come up with something.

Thinking about it, it will be the first time that I’ve run in a non-virtual HM. That should mean that I’m on for a course PB (really won’t be happy if I fail to beat my walking time).

[Irishprincess Administrator Half Marathon in reply to SkiMonday]

PB coming up….👍

[Tom-cat Half Marathon]

Three years since c25k, I've continued running. Joined in with others, who have formed informal running groups. That encouragement has been vital from my perspective, to keep me going. Running with somebody, is ten times easier that running on your own. I slowly increased distance on one of my three weekly runs, until we were hitting 10k. With the support of those more experienced than me, I have allowed distance training to increase to 12 miles duration, in preparation for my first half marathon next weekend. Wilmslow half marathon beckons. The first of three, I've registered to enter. That endurance training must have gained dividends, as yesterday, in my mid sixties, I ran a personal best 10k time. There is hope for we, of the older generation.

[Irishprincess Administrator Half Marathon in reply to Tom-cat]

How exciting! That’s brilliant. Your first HM event is always special so remember to enjoy it all 🙂

You’ve been added to the spreadsheet so watch out for Friday’s Pom Pom post where your VRBs will fluff up their pom-poms for you 🥳

Enjoy your taper and well done on yesterday’s PB too 👍

[Nels1234 Half Marathon]

I'm doing the Cardiff half this Sunday! Will be my first HM. Made it to 11 miles in training so hoping my legs will take me the extra bit on the day. Nerves are kicking in now with last run today - only a mile according to my Garmin plan which feels weird. Anyway, will give it all I've got and see what happens and it'll be my birthday too so double celebrations! Thanks everyone here for the constant inspiration, I often read the forum to keep me motivated. 🎉

[Frenc Half Marathon in reply to Nels1234]

How exciting! Will be waving my pom poms for you. 😊😊😊

[Nels1234 Half Marathon in reply to Frenc]

Thank you!!

[Irishprincess Administrator Half Marathon in reply to Nels1234]

Ooh how exciting! Your first HM is always special and a double celebration to do it on your birthday 🥳 There will be many balloons and pom poms 🎈🎈

Cardiff is suppose to be brilliant so I look forward to your race report!

Good luck, have fun and smile when you cross the finish line. You’ll be brilliant 🍀

[Nels1234 Half Marathon in reply to Irishprincess]

Thanks! Yes, looking forward to it and to the atmosphere on the day which I'm sure will be great!