AGAIN!! Brighton Marathon Training
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When first started running I wondered why. I later realized the why is mental health and clarity. Never questioned it again.
Glad that running has helped
Hey Chris! Glad you are past the sickness! Those Saucony Rides should get some pep back in your step! I can't wait to follow your marathon training! Keep pushing!
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Mate I know that feeling. I’m nearly 3 weeks back from a 6 week lay off with illness and Christmas etc with Brighton marathon looming and felt well depressed because I couldn’t get out. Comes back quick enough though doesn’t it. Brighton here we come! Best of luck
Hopefully I’ll get to meet you on the day
Hi Chris, thanks for your update. I think we all question ourselves when we pick-up an injury or cold. I was hoping to do the 15mile south downs trail run in 2:30hrs but I had to readjust my goals when everyone walked single file during the sleeper parts and when the ground was boggy. The main purpose for me is about constantly improving my physical fitness, working with my inner voice, and seeking mini adventures to test myself. We must catch-up for a run soon...👊
Single file…I’d would have benn🤬 Would be good to catch up soon. Just getting used to the work and running balance. I hope you’re liking your new job
I've covered about 300 miles in my Ride 15s. Less cushioned than I was used to (Nike mainly) but they have turned out to be really versatile and durable
Can’t wait to try them
Welcome to the world of working in schools, Chris. We've both had exactly what you describe. It seems to come and go. You can carry on training but never optimally. About 4 weeks in now.
Regarding coming home and running in the dark, we have to make it a habit rather than 'ooh look it's dark, cold and miserable, I've been at work all day let's go and pound the pavements'.
Milton Keynes Marathon for Dawn.
Shakespeare Marathon for me.
Have you done either of those?
Only marathon I’ve run was London 2021. Best of luck with your marathons. Spring will be here in no time 😃
sorry to hear that... I'm in same boat, training for Brighton too and recovering from a back niggle. Its frustrating but, as you say, hopefully a case of adjusting goal...
Back niggles are the worse. 🤞you can get some decent training in before Graham
@@ThatRunningGuy YESSSSS - we're both gonna SMASH IT!!! 🙂
Aw ur defo not alone Chris - I think this time of year is quite a hard time of yr anyway then with the added stress’s new job injury illness ….. sometimes things just seem to get the better of you - but nothing a nice pair of new trainers can’t fix 😅 take every day as it comes Chris uv got a goal - allow urself to wallow for abit then take a deep breathe put those trainers on and give it ur best ……. Again ….. all the best Chris 🫶
New shoe day always make everything alright 😃 I hope all is going well for you Clair
That's hard, I've had a few injuries over the years, last October I was off for a month with a shoot Shine after I smashed myself on a marathon and now after falling off my bike I managed to fractured my hip so it likely I've got another 6 weeks off on top of 7 weeks before running but we will all get there in the end
No! Best of luck with your recovery. On a positive note, at least the weather will be warmer
G'day Chris, Brighton is the goal and you were correct to preserve yourself for that event. Hope the cold is getting better. Unfortunately you are in a profession which will always present challenges to your health. Little ones catch everything that is going around, and love to pass it all along. Good news, in 12 months your immune system will be able to repel a runaway double decker bus! In the meantime look after yourself and hopefully you'll be using those fab new trainers shortly. Best as always, Phil
I can’t wait to try the ride 15’s as I love my endorphin pro 2’s, which are the only Saucony’s I’ve ever worn. Went out for a short run yesterday and really enjoyed it. I hope things are good with you Philip.
@@ThatRunningGuy Yes, Chris I'm doing well now. My Cancer checks have gone from 3monthly to every six months. I've been given the OK to travel and can get insurance to do so now. I'm back to looking fairly close to normal again, and I'm running. Not as far as I would like but it's joy to be able to knock out 4 runs a week and see myself building up. May be a half Marathon this year......
@@philipklink5406 that’s awesome news, I’m pleased for you. Onwards and upwards Phil
Sorry to hear that. Was looking out for you at Farnborough. Will hopefully see you at Brighton instead.
Hopefully see you at Brighton Philip 👊
Feel your pain mate, currently struggling with calf/Achilles issue, Winchester 10k coming up in 3 weeks. Probably have to adjust my goal like you talked about. Just be happy to take part at this point.
We’ve got to find the positives somehow
We definitely have to look for the positives. Are you currently working on the calf/Achilles by doing stair raises?
@@ThatRunningGuy I’m trying a few different things. Exercises, stretches and getting massage once a week. Very little improvement so far really frustrating
@@liamliosmyth 3 x 10 heel raises on the stairs 3 x day will really help
@@ThatRunningGuy thanks Chris, definitely need to improve the conditioning going forward
Ah, that is really frustrating. Hope you are back to 100% soon. I've had something similar last week. I am also doing the Brighton Marathon (and Brighton Half in 3 weeks). Apart from last week training has been going alright, I just need to keep the consistency going!
Best of luck with the half and your training Sam. Let me know how you get on. Hopefully I’ll see you at the marathon
Oh man, that’s frustrating. It’s very easy to get un a funk when you’re sick. I like the idea of buying a new pair of shoes to look forward to getting back. Good luck getting back soon
Thanks 👊 Nothing beats new shoes
🤞 you’re back running soon Chris
Thanks Michael, I’m hoping to get out for a run later
First day I can breathe through my nose for a couple of weeks. It’s so irritating. Every injury I always initially think thats it I’m not making the big effort to get fit again but I always do. It is just natural especially as we get older and “closer to 50 than 45” like my kids keep telling me. Once you find a routine with the new job and training all will fall into place.
Can’t wait for the longer days. Glad you’re on the mend. The last time I had a cold like this I have covid!
Chris, I think it is quite common getting ‘depressed’ when injured. Experiencing that myself after 9 weeks with knee pains and not having been able to start training for Brighton (and London), so have soon to decide if Brighton is just going to be a training run, and maybe London too. Frustrating, but hopefully we will get over the injuries soon so we can start preparing properly, and then the motivation and optimism will come back quickly 👍
Sorry to hear that mate. Hopefully we will get to catch up at the Brighton Marathon
Hi Chris I might of had that bug over new year, I am still recovering now, it comes in waves, you think your back, then you are down again
Sorry to hear that you’re still struggling
Chris, from my point of view you should scrap trying to run fast all the time. That is just a recipe for disaster and constantly leaves you injured. Stop worrying that running easy isn't going to make you fit or fast. And ffs stop being so competitive. 🙄 you seriously need to change your running philosophy. Easy Running has made me win ultra marathons and kept injury away. Try training with no inhibitions and forget smashing sessions or park runs. Focus on the enjoyment. I can see that your completely beaten up by it all. But honestly, it will make you fall in love with running again and stop those injuries. Onwards and upwards
I know that this is something I do need to work on. Just so annoying that my last 2 injuries weren’t running related
Yeah I’ve been in that situation where you’ve just had enough with injuries and sickness. It’s hard to get back on it, but once you do it’s a great feeling. Just do it right, rehab, S&C, stretching as well as slow running before you think about speed sessions.
I did Farnborough HM, it was freezing 🥶. I got a massive PB though and I have no clue how, as I had a extremely sore stomach and nearly gave up at mile 5.
Take it easy and come back stronger.
Well done on the PB👊 Can’t wait for spring
Sorry to hear Chris, it's definitely going about at the moment 👍🏻 You'll be back at it soon, mate 👊🏻
Thanks Matt 👊
Sportsshoes had Ride 15s on really cheap (£50?). Not sure what sizes, but you may want to return yours for a refund? 💷
I got them from sportsshoes, only had one pair at £50 but didn’t like the colour way. Thanks for the tip anyway
Nice new shoes at least! :) Come on over to the dark side mate... where times don't matter and improvement is based on well being and mental health - Trail running.
Maybe one day