Vitality 10k report and love for the Pom-pom cheers!

[ReyC]

Today was the vitality 10k in London. I’d nervously watching the weather and sure enough the torrential rain seemed inevitable and we got an email from the event with suggestions like bin-bags and not trying to shelter under trees! So I was feeling pretty nervous. I’m not against running in the rain but popping out of my house for a drizzly 5k is different to slogging into London, standing about for your wave and being soaked before you even start a 10k!

It rained most of the night and morning but it let up about 8:45 when I left the house. It seemed to be holding off by the time my wave was due so I made the decision to leave my jacket in the kit bag and take my sunglasses (power of positive thinking!).

As I did it last year I felt pretty calm at the start and spent the time in my pen enjoying what a brilliantly diverse and friendly event it was. I was also more prepared for the initial gradual uphill (unpleasant discovery last year!) and generally felt pretty good.

It was really hot and humid though and I was wish long I had opted for a tank top. I felt pretty low powered at about 8k and finished up my electrolyte drink and ate a jelly baby (not sure the latter made any impact at all!😂). I did spot a guy waving a Kenyan flag which gave me boost (I’m Kenyan).

Like last year, the last km was HARD and I didn’t have much in the tank for a final push but I made it over the line smiling.

Turns out I got a PB of 1:03 which I’m really pleased with, especially given the humidity which I never love! I’m actually more proud that I did it at all - the rain almost put me off but I was willing to try and weird as it seems, that’s the real win for me.

Most of all- the Pom-pom cheer was just wonderful. I’m not sure I would have been so determined to do it if it hadn’t been for that! I’m always in awe of what a wonderful and supportive group this is - so thanks ☺️ 🥲

Guess I’m off to book early bird entry for next year! 😂

[MissUnderstanding Half Marathon]

Absolutely fantastic!! Massive congratulations to you and new PB as a bonus as well. You deserve to be smiling for days!! Hope you’re doing some serious celebrating 🎉

[SueAppleRun 10 Miles]

What a great race you had, even with the humidity, heat and having to push hard,

[AlMorr Half Marathon]

Congratulations to you ReyC on your 10K PB at today's London Vitality 10,000, despite the humid conditions you ran that run brilliantly ✔️✔️✔️

[Oldfloss Administrator]

HUGE congratulations,,, and very well done you! A super race and a PB too..perfect!!!

[Beachcomber66 Administrator Half Marathon]

You demolished that run ReyC!! PB on a large organised run, in tough conditions; a brilliant achievement. I can see you heading for 10 miles at some point 🙂

[cheekychipmunks Half Marathon]

Marvelous ReyC! Bet you’re glad you took part now, and I’m sure knowing what to expect aided your fantastic time! You sound so enthusiastic, as well you should, and the fact you’re booking an early bird entry is testament to that! Really well done. 👏👏👏

[Folkylass]

Congratulations on your great achievement and what a fantastic time ! Now you must be celebrating 👍👏👏😀

[drl212]

Wow! Well done on a PB under those conditions.

I've signed up for next year, as well!!

See you there...

[linda9389 Administrator Marathon]

Wonderful! It was amazing the rain held off given the forecast. That's a fabulous time in the heat and humidity, congratulations. Early bird tickets came out so fast, I daresay you have yours already 🤣

[Irishprincess Administrator Half Marathon]

Making it over the finish line smiling is a brilliant achievement! Well done and congratulations on that and on your PB too 🥳

Sounds a great event and I’m sure the atmosphere was fab!

[misswobble Marathon]

cheering you on from my post run sofa 😀🏃‍♀️

Whoop whoop! Yeah it rained but you ran and kicked ass 💪🙂🌪💥🔥☄️🏅

Congratulations and well done 👏 🥳

Here’s to next year ☕️

[Katnap Marathon]

Great result ReyC . The humidity was a challenge but I think that heavy rain would have been worse! Good luck next year!

🐱 Katnap 🐱

[Dexy5 10 Miles]

Well done ReyC, a great run isn’t it? Show off that T-shirt and bling to everyone. 👕🏅