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I don't think I'm a Runner...

AhhHere · 2019-01-21 10:01:19

Sssshthhtory! Currently starting week 2 of my training for Belfast Marathon on May 5th. So thought there would be no better time to start a log. Bit of background on myself: Played GAA till I was 15. Stop when I discovered women and booze. Didn't do a drop of exercise until I 25/26 as I coasted on my youthful metabolism to…

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#32 26-04-2019 1:30pm
shotgunmcos

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Ahhere sh!te

I missed 2 weeks in the middle of the plan but lucky as I had time to build some fitness again. Missing the 3 weeks before a marathon is a different kettle of fish. It would have to feel 100% on your test run this weekend to contemplate it and even then its a big risk. Lots of time left this year to meet your goals....

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#33 26-04-2019 2:48pm
Kellygirl

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That’s awful and sorry to hear that. You are right though and it’s not worth the risk. You could be out for a lot longer whereas you have a nice base to build from now so another later in the year. It’s still no consolation though and the worst thing about marathon training.

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