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Get yourself signed up for parkrun... Though it isn't officially a race it is a great place to regularly test yourself.
If you want to find races go to the athletics ni website and they have a page with all the upcoming events throughout the year.
Anyone aiming for the marathon next year? |
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By *inion42 OP Man
over a year ago
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"Get yourself signed up for parkrun... Though it isn't officially a race it is a great place to regularly test yourself.
If you want to find races go to the athletics ni website and they have a page with all the upcoming events throughout the year.
Anyone aiming for the marathon next year?"
I been doing that for a while but I have been looking at some of the more official 5k and 8k ones, there are a few I’m looking at before Christmas. i nearly had a go at walking a half marathon but the old plantar fasciitis kicked in |
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It you have an interest in running I'd recommend the strava app. You can sync all your runs there using a fitness tracker, smart watch or phone... Great way to track your progress as you become a more experienced runner. You can also find plenty of local, national and international running communities to join, you'll also find plenty of runs and races on there to take part in, plenty are virtual so you run them by yourself and upload your time. Loads of benefits to using that app.
Check out popup races too they have and app and post regular race meets on social media.
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Currently training for my first half marathon in Belfast in September, not sure what I’m expecting time wise but usually run 5k in about 26 min and 10k in about 55 |
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If you're new to running explore the chance to improve super quickly at the start... It'll eventually slow down! But my big advice is always to keep it nice and easy at the start... Still much better than the people sitting on the sofa at home! |
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By *ind PaddyMan
over a year ago
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"Currently training for my first half marathon in Belfast in September, not sure what I’m expecting time wise but usually run 5k in about 26 min and 10k in about 55 "
they are good times, best of luck with half marathon
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By *ind PaddyMan
over a year ago
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"It you have an interest in running I'd recommend the strava app. You can sync all your runs there using a fitness tracker, smart watch or phone... Great way to track your progress as you become a more experienced runner. You can also find plenty of local, national and international running communities to join, you'll also find plenty of runs and races on there to take part in, plenty are virtual so you run them by yourself and upload your time. Loads of benefits to using that app.
Check out popup races too they have and app and post regular race meets on social media.
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Do you have to pay for the strata app. I use a basic garmin watch, which records some interesting info |
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"It you have an interest in running I'd recommend the strava app. You can sync all your runs there using a fitness tracker, smart watch or phone... Great way to track your progress as you become a more experienced runner. You can also find plenty of local, national and international running communities to join, you'll also find plenty of runs and races on there to take part in, plenty are virtual so you run them by yourself and upload your time. Loads of benefits to using that app.
Check out popup races too they have and app and post regular race meets on social media.
A. Do you have to pay for the strata app. I use a basic garmin watch, which records some interesting info"
No it's free to use, I'm sure there's a premium version but no need to pay for it. |
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"I pay for the Strava app, 60 euro for the year, currently in the repair shop with my back lol "
really? I've been using it for a few years and never paid, what extras do you get if you go premium?
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By *inion42 OP Man
over a year ago
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"I pay for the Strava app, 60 euro for the year, currently in the repair shop with my back lol really? I've been using it for a few years and never paid, what extras do you get if you go premium? "
It gives you a lot more options regarding performace activities and calculations, I have an Apple Watch and it links with your Apple health, I can send you a screenshot if your Interested |
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Brilliant, I participate in alot of marathons around Europe.
A few tips..start by setting your distance and a heartbeat..
Stick to this until you are doing the same distance but at a lower rate.
If forearms are sweating you are running hard
If you get a stich hold your arms above your head
Have 2pairs of training shoes and swap after each run
And finally enjoy your running and don't over do it |
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By *inion42 OP Man
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"Brilliant, I participate in alot of marathons around Europe.
A few tips..start by setting your distance and a heartbeat..
Stick to this until you are doing the same distance but at a lower rate.
If forearms are sweating you are running hard
If you get a stich hold your arms above your head
Have 2pairs of training shoes and swap after each run
And finally enjoy your running and don't over do it "
Good comment on the double training shoes |
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