Another week of training completed. I’ve started to plan the routes which I’ll run. As expected, it’s a complete nightmare to find a 13 mile route through each of the 6 towns without too much overlap.
So far I’ve made a map for the Fenton run which will the first half marathon and ran part of the route to familiarise myself with the roads and parks I’ll run through.
I expect Fenton to be the most winding route as I don’t want to end up in Stoke, Longton or Hanley so I’m limited in where I can run without creating an overlap into one of the other runs.
During the 6 runs I will be running with a Garmin GPS Forerunner and each day’s run data and mileage will be uploaded to Google maps as a means to show that I’m achieving my half marathon targets each day.
It was nice to run part of one of my official half marathon routes though. It makes it feel more real.
I comfortably hit my 30 miles target for the week and estimate that I’ve ran at least 31 miles. Next weeks target is + 35 miles with 1 long run of more then 10 miles.
It’s all going well and in 2 weeks of fund rising I’ve raised more then £400 so I’m thrilled.
Lots more mapping and running to come in the next few weeks.
Phil
The 6 Towns Runner.
Sunday, 11 April 2010
Friday, 9 April 2010
Summer running had me a blast, Summer running happened so fast…
But oh those summer nights. Tell me more, tell me more….
Yep I now declare winter OVER! I had me a great run this afternoon all off road in the warm spring sunshine. Lovely!
Inspired by Keith Robins who’s approaching the finish line of The Marathon Des Sables, described as the toughest foot race on Earth. 240km across the Moroccan Sahara I decided to do a run on sand and so headed off to Parkhall country Park where the terrain is very sandy from all the sandstone in that area.
Please lend your support to what Keith is going through and follow him from this facebook link.
http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=755262194#!/keithandbrett?ref=mf
Keith is raising money for 3 local hospices.
Parkhall at Weston Coyney is an ideal cross country run as the terrain is so varied, from forest to wetlands to sandy valleys with sharp sandstone cliffs towering above.
It’s very picturesque and has put me in a great mood especially as the weather was warm.
I ran for about 1 hour 20 so I’m putting that in the log as 7 miles which is an understatement but I’ve yet to invest in a Garmin Forerunner (other brands are available) so I’ll say it’s a good 7 miles run.
The sat nav for runners (Garmin thingy) is on the list of things I will buy for the runs.
So I’ve only got to run 10 more miles this week to hit the 30 mile target.
Its all good summer running…
Phil
The 6 Towns Runner
Yep I now declare winter OVER! I had me a great run this afternoon all off road in the warm spring sunshine. Lovely!
Inspired by Keith Robins who’s approaching the finish line of The Marathon Des Sables, described as the toughest foot race on Earth. 240km across the Moroccan Sahara I decided to do a run on sand and so headed off to Parkhall country Park where the terrain is very sandy from all the sandstone in that area.
Please lend your support to what Keith is going through and follow him from this facebook link.
http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=755262194#!/keithandbrett?ref=mf
Keith is raising money for 3 local hospices.
Parkhall at Weston Coyney is an ideal cross country run as the terrain is so varied, from forest to wetlands to sandy valleys with sharp sandstone cliffs towering above.
It’s very picturesque and has put me in a great mood especially as the weather was warm.
I ran for about 1 hour 20 so I’m putting that in the log as 7 miles which is an understatement but I’ve yet to invest in a Garmin Forerunner (other brands are available) so I’ll say it’s a good 7 miles run.
The sat nav for runners (Garmin thingy) is on the list of things I will buy for the runs.
So I’ve only got to run 10 more miles this week to hit the 30 mile target.
Its all good summer running…
Phil
The 6 Towns Runner
Thursday, 8 April 2010
Its been a few good days
Lots happening right now at 6 Towns Run HQ.
Stoke-on-Trent city council are putting together a press release for the 2010K run which forms the final part of my marathon fund raiser and are keen for me to lend my support to encourage other charity runners to take part in the 2010K in Stoke on Sunday the 30th of May.
This will be great for me as it will start to generate interest in the 6 Towns Run and raise more money for the Donna Louise Childrens Hospice Trust.
I have some new T shirt designs to print next week to give further publicity to the cause.
And my fund raising total is now approaching £300 which is just brilliant.
On a training point, I’m feeling great and have so far run 13 miles this week.
I did 7 miles with Trentham RC tonight and will now plan a longer run over the next 3 days.
Best news of all I think I can put my winter running gear away until next winter now. Spring has sprung, finally!
Tuesday, 6 April 2010
Tuesday’s running log
I’m a bit worn out after a 5am start, a 7am spinning class and a full day in the office and then a 6 mile run along the river Trent with Trentham RC.
It’s all good and I feel rested after a couple of days off over Easter.
Got lots to do this week, I still need to fit in another 24 miles into the next 5 days.
I reckon I’ll sleep well tonight.
It’s all good and I feel rested after a couple of days off over Easter.
Got lots to do this week, I still need to fit in another 24 miles into the next 5 days.
I reckon I’ll sleep well tonight.
Sunday, 4 April 2010
Keeping the momentum going
As another weeks training draws to a close I can report a good week of fund raising. My thanks go out to the drinkers of the Sneyd Arms in Sneyd Green who donated almost £80 on Good Friday, well done and thanks a million.
This money will be banked on Tuesday and then transferred to the justgiving account.
Word is spreading and the facebook page is gaining new fans everyday.
Overall I’m happy with how things are progressing; it’s now about keeping this momentum going so we can really push on and raise as much money for the hospice as humanly possible.
On a training front I’m feeling good both physically and emotionally, I say emotionally because I believe two thirds of completing this challenge are making sure I’m mentally strong.
I have an enormous amount of mental strength and discipline so I’m not concerned about this to much but I have had a few down days this week when I just didn’t want to get up and run through the cold wet weather but I did and I will next week too, and the week after that and so on until I’m standing there at the start of my first of 6 half marathons. If I’m honest I can’t wait for that first morning and to kick off the runs. I know its going to be great.
Training log stuff then; my weekly target was 25 miles. I ran 26.7 miles in 6 days. Next weeks target is set at 30 miles, 1 spinning class and at least 1 long swim plus strength work in the gym.
Tomorrow is a rest day and for the first time in a long time I’m not setting an alarm. A nice long sleep in, can’t wait.
The 6 towns runner signing off on another good week, happy Easter.
This money will be banked on Tuesday and then transferred to the justgiving account.
Word is spreading and the facebook page is gaining new fans everyday.
Overall I’m happy with how things are progressing; it’s now about keeping this momentum going so we can really push on and raise as much money for the hospice as humanly possible.
On a training front I’m feeling good both physically and emotionally, I say emotionally because I believe two thirds of completing this challenge are making sure I’m mentally strong.
I have an enormous amount of mental strength and discipline so I’m not concerned about this to much but I have had a few down days this week when I just didn’t want to get up and run through the cold wet weather but I did and I will next week too, and the week after that and so on until I’m standing there at the start of my first of 6 half marathons. If I’m honest I can’t wait for that first morning and to kick off the runs. I know its going to be great.
Training log stuff then; my weekly target was 25 miles. I ran 26.7 miles in 6 days. Next weeks target is set at 30 miles, 1 spinning class and at least 1 long swim plus strength work in the gym.
Tomorrow is a rest day and for the first time in a long time I’m not setting an alarm. A nice long sleep in, can’t wait.
The 6 towns runner signing off on another good week, happy Easter.
Friday, 2 April 2010
And another 9 miles collected. Couldn’t I have been a stamp collector instead?
I’m in a real miserable mood today. I forced myself out to run today.
It was a proper battle of wills to go running at 8.20am on a cold wet and wind swept Good Friday.
Well it’s done now and no I don’t feel better for doing it.
Don’t get me wrong I’m very glad I’ve gotten it out of the way. I now just have a short run to complete my miles target for the week.
I’m just so fed up of this weather, the instructions which came with me do say, and I quote the manual which I come with “Phil is designed to operate best at between 25c and 30c degrees.
Yeah I know! As a runner I should be happier to run in cooler weather then heat but come on I’m sure you’d agree that we’ve had enough of the winter now.
Taking a couple of inches of snow off the car yesterday wasn’t a good April fool’s joke.
And what really adds to today’s frustration is the fact I couldn’t get any wine gums as the corner shop was shut! Dam!!!
Anyhow I did 9 miles this morning (2nd April 10) at a slow pace as I’d not had a restful sleep last night and had no energy! My ankle felt ok in the new runners and I suspect it may be my Achilles heel which has a very slight malfunction!
So I’ll keep an eye out for that but I’m hopeful it will be ok.
21 and half miles in the bag this week, so with a short 5 mile run tomorrow I’ll have hit my miles target for the week which was 25. Its all good.
Enjoy the Easter weekend
Phil
The 6 towns runner
It was a proper battle of wills to go running at 8.20am on a cold wet and wind swept Good Friday.
Well it’s done now and no I don’t feel better for doing it.
Don’t get me wrong I’m very glad I’ve gotten it out of the way. I now just have a short run to complete my miles target for the week.
I’m just so fed up of this weather, the instructions which came with me do say, and I quote the manual which I come with “Phil is designed to operate best at between 25c and 30c degrees.
Yeah I know! As a runner I should be happier to run in cooler weather then heat but come on I’m sure you’d agree that we’ve had enough of the winter now.
Taking a couple of inches of snow off the car yesterday wasn’t a good April fool’s joke.
And what really adds to today’s frustration is the fact I couldn’t get any wine gums as the corner shop was shut! Dam!!!
Anyhow I did 9 miles this morning (2nd April 10) at a slow pace as I’d not had a restful sleep last night and had no energy! My ankle felt ok in the new runners and I suspect it may be my Achilles heel which has a very slight malfunction!
So I’ll keep an eye out for that but I’m hopeful it will be ok.
21 and half miles in the bag this week, so with a short 5 mile run tomorrow I’ll have hit my miles target for the week which was 25. Its all good.
Enjoy the Easter weekend
Phil
The 6 towns runner
Thursday, 1 April 2010
Another 6 an half miles in the bag
You have a choice. You can throw in the towel, or you can use it to wipe the sweat off of your face!
Another 6 and half miles in the bag
Yeah, I’ve been surfing the web for some nice quotes I can say to myself when I’m running by my self. Yes I know; I’m a very sad creature…
Had a club run around Hanchurch tonight, not too many of use today. Most must have ether been scared off by the truly dreadful weather or are away for Easter.
No Easter break for me, I’ll be up early for a 9 mile run on Good Friday. Then a short run on Saturday morning. A runner doesn’t get a lie in bed, though maybe Monday I’ll sleep in a wee bit.
All ok but I think I’ll wear my new runners tomorrow as my left ankle has been feeling a bit odd in the last few runs. I’ll see how it feels in new shoes tomorrow.
Have taken in £137 in sponsorship today so I’m pleased with that. Thanks so much, it really helps me and I know that during the runs I’ll feel good knowing that people are supporting me and willing me on through donating or sponsoring me.
Thanks again
Phil
Your 6 Towns Runner
Another 6 and half miles in the bag
Yeah, I’ve been surfing the web for some nice quotes I can say to myself when I’m running by my self. Yes I know; I’m a very sad creature…
Had a club run around Hanchurch tonight, not too many of use today. Most must have ether been scared off by the truly dreadful weather or are away for Easter.
No Easter break for me, I’ll be up early for a 9 mile run on Good Friday. Then a short run on Saturday morning. A runner doesn’t get a lie in bed, though maybe Monday I’ll sleep in a wee bit.
All ok but I think I’ll wear my new runners tomorrow as my left ankle has been feeling a bit odd in the last few runs. I’ll see how it feels in new shoes tomorrow.
Have taken in £137 in sponsorship today so I’m pleased with that. Thanks so much, it really helps me and I know that during the runs I’ll feel good knowing that people are supporting me and willing me on through donating or sponsoring me.
Thanks again
Phil
Your 6 Towns Runner
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