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Based on what you’ve said in your first message, it sounds like you barely know her at all. Then or now. Maybe you’re in love with who you think she is. I’m not suggesting don’t make contact or try to get to know her, but you should put the brakes on your these thoughts of love and “she’s the...

What event are you doing? How did you go?

Definitely worth it. Maybe next year for me! I had a look at the Marine Corps Marathon website. It looks fantastic. I was a big fan of DC when I visited there which was a couple of days before Obama’s first inauguration in 09. It’s crazy to think how different the political landscape is now...

I did the Two Bays (28km) trail run last weekend. It’s a great event, varied undulating trail (there are steps, limited pavement, mostly dirt trail though with an abundance of rocks and roots) from Dromana over Arthur’s Seat to Cape Schanck. 3hrs 10 min. Elevation gain 860m. Couldn’t have...

Mate, I’m envious. That sounds amazing. How much did the NYC package cost? That has always been a bucket list item for me. Love the city, been three or four times, and would love to run it.

The best two days are the day you sign up for the race and the day you complete it. Everything in between is miserable!

I pulled out with Covid. Hope everyone had a great day and look forward to hearing about your experiences!

Seems like we are all doing it tough at the moment. I finished with a 36km run up and down Beach/Beaconsfield Rd on Sat in 3:40 hrs. Yesterday I developed mild cold symptoms and have Covid with a very faint line. It’s extremely frustrating as the symptoms are mild (mild sore throat and some...

Hey fellow running w***er! That sounds like a bit of a challenge. It’s good to see you haven’t given up! A running life can be brutal sometimes! I’m doing Melbourne. My training programme has been very light. One long run on the weekends and one short run each mid week. The reason being is...

They are good tips!

That was a great read. Well done. Amazing result!!

I’m sorry to hear that, mate. That does not sound like a great experience. Unfortunately, it is the nature of running (and sport generally) that the body can let you down. You need to focus on the positives. You’re a runner ✅ . You signed up for a big running event ✅. You completed it ✅. And...

A bunch of us on here will be joining you in your quest to conquer the streets of Melbourne. I presume you are talking no. 2s?!?!? Maybe try different fuel in training? And/or have a double espresso an hour before the run? That should induce labour. It’s not the end of the world if you...

For some reason when I posted the question I thought the Adelaide Marathon was last weekend. It looks like you have done a tonne of preparation so try to stay positive. I think you are right - you need to modify your time expectations a little and focus on finishing and enjoying it! When my...

Well, firstly everybody is built different, so you should do what works for you. But for me, I rarely drink fluids in a half. I wouldn’t have any fuel either. But I tend not to run in conditions over 25 degrees and I’m not super fast (PB around circa 1:45 and now more like circa 1:55). In...

Welcome to the thread mate. Others have already covered it but I will say it again, my advice is: 1. Do not get carried away and go out too hard early. Have a plan, stick to it early and you can make gains in the last 5-7km if you feel good. 2. No surprises on race day. If you intend to...

MinerBoy, tell us about Adelaide?!?

Becoming a Spartan will be a massive achievement! Good luck this year and next. It will be my first, so I’m a long way behind. Sort of hope a deep footy finals run makes it more difficult for your training!! 😊

That’s a great way to finish a decade mate. Don’t overdo the training. I ran 300km (including two 40km and a 36km run) in the month prior and it banged up my knee because my body was not accustomed to the mileage. So make sure you manage your loads and taper. Keep us posted on your...

I’ve had 5 weeks off (post GOR marathon) with a sore and stiff knee. It’s been a difficult lay off because the knee injury feels so minor but it is hanging around. I’ve been climbing the walls at home. Anyway, I feel like I’m back at 98% and I’ve signed up for my second marathon, Melbourne...

How you tracking for Adelaide Minerboy??

Do it mate! You will not regret it. Running along that road is a fantastic experience!

I completed my first marathon (Great Ocean Road) on the weekend at 39 y/o. The distance was 44km (official elevation gain 500m - although my Nike Ap recorded 700m) and it was a stunning coastal course from Lorne to Apollo Bay. I completed the full distance in 4:30. There was a strong south...

I often find that if I want to run a longer distance, then going slower fixes the recovery and maintenance issues. It enables me to focus more on technique and posture which reduces problems with injuries (ITBS etc.). If you’re running 5min per km over 10km, then I bet your body would respond...

I did my first run of the year this morning after 150km in December and completed the Capital City Trail (29.6km). I ran counter clockwise starting at the Melbourne Exhibition Centre/Crown Casino traffic intersection. The run kicked the s**t out of me (3hrs). Felt great after 12km, then the...

Hey, I’m intending to run the capital city trail in Melbourne. Is it well sign posted? Or should I take a map? Any pros and cons to which direction I take? Any advice appreciated!

I’ve done a lot of running along the Thames Path, both west and east. It’s a great and interesting spot for a run. Enjoy!

I have just signed up for my first Marathon on the Great Ocean Road in May. I did the HM down there a few years ago. Super pumped! Wish me luck!

Hey everybody, I started this thread in 2012 and I check in once and a while. It’s awesome to see it still has life! Being a solo runner, it’s nice to know that there are so many of us out there hitting the pavement. I just went for a 10km run from Wapping, along the river Thames in London...

At the moment I’m loving the Pale Ale from Two Birds in Spotswood.