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I'm running the Flora London Marathon 2009 (i know it is early) |
garlic_bread
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I am running the Flora London Marathon 2009 (april 26th) in memory of my Grandpa and to raise as much money as i can for Cancer Research UK.
Im starting my fundraising early so i can reach my target and raise as much money for the charity as possible.
I have never run a marathon before so i dont really have a target time in mind, what do you guys suggest i try aim for?
Training is going well i am running the THE 2008 ASICS BRITISH 10K LONDON RUN on the 6th of july and will enter a few more before the big event.
Any donation would be great , it is all for a good cause.I hope you can help me achive my goal  . i have started a face book group that will keep you updaed on everything and other events i enter
http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=11962189559
Donating through this site is simple, fast and totally secure. It is also the most efficient way to sponsor me: Cancer Research UK will receive your money faster and, if you are a UK taxpayer, an extra 28% in tax will be added to your gift at no cost to you.
So please sponsor me now!
http://www.justgiving.com/leechambers2
Many thanks for your support.
Lee Chambers
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pmerryman
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Glad to hear that your doing this for charity. I will pop something in,but a little short at the moment.
I have completed 2 London Marathons myself, and consider it quite an achievement, and you should be proud of yourself.
My first one I completed in 4 hrs 50 mins, and the second one in 4 hrs 7 mins.
I would say it doesn't matter about the time and to make sure you enjoy the day, as the crowd will keep you going from start to finish.
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garlic_bread
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thanks pmerryman , i will be proud of myself if i cross the finish line i plan on running the pre london marathon and a few others before as i have really started to enjoy it.
I need to start a proper trainning plan really.Can you recomend any?
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pmerryman
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I find the site below very usefull, and I'm sure they have training plans.
http://www.runnersworld.co.uk/default.asp?sp=&v=1
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garlic_bread
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have been looking at that website, its really helpful thanks
lee
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pmerryman
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One thing to remember is, get the right footwear, and do all your training in the trainers you intend to run the race in.
Take an old pair of trainers into a running shop, and they will give you all the advice you need.
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garlic_bread
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I brought these a few weeks ago Asics GT-2120 they make a real diference from my converse 
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pmerryman
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Also if you tend to suffer form blisters, get yourself some twin skin socks. They retail around £5-£6 a pair, but well worth the money.
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Posted: 2008-05-01 18:14
