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The following articles have been written collaboratively by users of Fetch Everyone. Because of the nature of this approach, we cannot take responsibility for the accuracy of their content - all opinions within are those of the authors. We recommend you seek professional advice before beginning or altering a programme of exercise. Add a new article

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Fetch Footbal Fans
A list of teams we all support.
20/08/08 13:29 119
100 press ups gang - progress chart
Article to keep progess of the 100 press up challenge see: http://www.fetcheveryone.com/viewtopic.php?id=18014&page=1
20/08/08 13:11 227
Welsh Fetch Mile
Friday 5th September 08 Blackweir, Cardiff Looks like we will use Saint's course time tba
20/08/08 12:47 19
500 miles in 2008
A realistic target for mere mortals with injuries/families/kids/jobs etc.
20/08/08 11:34 1069
Fetchie Flab Fighters Weigh-In Sheet
Weekly weigh-in stats for the FFFers (no actual weights posted)
20/08/08 09:42 289
Abingdon Marathon 2008 Fetchpoint - Runners and Supporters
A full list of supporters and runners with all info.
19/08/08 14:30 20
Berlin Marathon 2008
Details of runners for the 2008 berlin marathon
18/08/08 17:36 2
The Fetch Olympics
How this works: Under each event leave your pb for the event and the 10 fastest pbs will be kept on the blog, The top 3 in each event will get a Fetch Medal for coming 1st, 2nd or 3rd in the Fetch Olympics So start adding your PB's to the list :-)
17/08/08 21:02 58
Checklist for marathon day
A list of items to remember and things to do on (or before) marathon day
16/08/08 13:37 8
Nipple rash
tender subject but whats the best way to cure it cos it got to me today first time ever???
16/08/08 13:35 2
RNR 2008
For collecting RNR 2008 stuff
15/08/08 09:40 14
100 Crunches Challenge - Log
Summary Article to keep progess of the 100 Sit up challenge see: TESTING AT PRESENT AS NEED TO WORK OUT WHAT EXCERCISES NEED TO BE DONE Will be based on the 100 Press up challenge, but im feeling like I need to work my abs as well to keep core stable. This article has been locked by wabbit
15/08/08 00:53 2
Championship Fantasy Football FetchTeams 08/09
List of fetch name, ff team name and football team you support.
14/08/08 19:47 28
Heart Rate Training - Resting and Max Heart Rates - ARE YOU NORMAL ?!?
A collection of Fetchies Max and Resting Heart Rates to assure everyone that they can vary wildly.
12/08/08 22:22 62
Septemberthon - a temporary notepad
12/08/08 13:41 1
FERCers Races
For FERCers to log their races and results
10/08/08 13:06 19
Limericks of the Cupboard
Vignettes for your delectation and delight
08/08/08 14:41 11
Efficient Running maximise economy and minimise injury
A summary of the long thread
08/08/08 14:32 9
Running Music
A list of Fetchies' Favourite running music...
07/08/08 20:18 11
Heart rate training - energy zones
This is a document sent to me by my spinning instructor - the principles are generally along the same lines for running i imagine Could be useful to people starting HR training without any books etc.... This article has been locked by Southwales22
07/08/08 12:48 1
Real Life Speedwork
A listing of speedwork sessions that are currently being used by runners on FETCH.
06/08/08 20:51 4
More Efficient Running Style
This article summarises many of the common traits of efficiency in running as discussed in the 'More Efficient Running Style' thread http://www.fetcheveryone.com/viewtopic.php?id=8340&pics=yes
04/08/08 12:42 1
Land's End to John O'Groats Relay
County by County Listing for Fetchies who would like to take part in a relay
31/07/08 18:37 225
Welsh Cakes Word
For those people who don't speak Welsh the meanings of those strange Welsh words that pop up on the Welsh Cakes thread.
29/07/08 08:17 12
Fetch Merchandise Shopping list
I keep seeing the same thread appearing and then disappearing - I'm trying to give Fetch a more structured heads-up of levels of interest in individual items.
24/07/08 07:05 67
Orienteering: Roo’s guide for O-virgins or comeback-kids.
A guide to your first orienteering adventure.
18/07/08 16:33 9
FFFers who want to lose a stone before August.
There are a few of us who want to lose a stone in the next couple of months, so to keep track of it, we can all say how we are doing here.
14/07/08 11:26 34
Mick and Phils Big Race
Showing the latest progress, and who's doing what.
07/07/08 20:43 28
Juneathon 2008 - a temporary notepad
For Juneathon members to note down their June 08 mileage until John wipes it off and puts it on spreadsheet -
30/06/08 13:50 752
Fetch - To Do?
A list of Fetchie wishes
29/06/08 08:58 149
20000th Registered User Sweepstake
Guess which day the 20000th fetchie will join. Add your guess and your name to the list below - in date order please. Only one fetchie per day. Entries close Thursday 15th May - 2.00pm. Not sure about a prize.
25/06/08 11:22 13
Results for the Eastern fetch mile, jun 08
results of june 21st cake fest.
24/06/08 13:06 14
East angular fetch mile, the revenge.
list of runners/eaters for this saturday 21st event.
21/06/08 10:16 52
Loughborough 2
Loughborough 2
20/06/08 16:03 1
Loughborough Venue
Directions This article has been locked by ninemins
20/06/08 15:54 1
Core training- with and without weights
a few suggestions, from a complete amateur, for exercises for a stronger core. A real PT will be along shortly to edit, with luck...
16/06/08 11:05 3
Route To Wales
Next spring, I'm planning to run from my house (in Breaston, Derbyshire, DE72) to my parents house (in Bargoed, Mid Glamorgan, CF81). This is me doing the planning - feel free to chip in.
12/06/08 12:59 8

04/06/08 21:05 1
FE Glossary
04/06/08 14:42 8
FrenchEveryone
03/06/08 11:04 10
Edinburgh Marathon - photo links
As it says - links to photos all in one place
01/06/08 23:49 6
**FishEveryone - Swim For Your Life**
A virtual swimming competitions for Fetchies of all abilities
29/05/08 15:47 23
Fetchpoint and other Information for Edinburgh Marathon
21/05/08 17:32 5
My Kent 50 Experience
An account of running the Kent 50 Mile Challenge
13/05/08 17:27 2
Fat Club
It's about losing weight - or even staying the same - or even increasing weight.
07/05/08 12:35 234
Great Books To Read Sometime
A list of the books Fetchies have enjoyed and would recommend. Put a brief reason if you can.
04/05/08 18:53 50
Useful Running Websites
A list of websites that are useful to runners
01/05/08 20:07 1
The Kinder Surprise
As a lot of you know by now I was inspired by fmails with Runs With Coyotes to get some people share the beauty of the Peak District with us. This article has been locked by IanM
25/04/08 22:20 5
Shin Splints? (for some reason the last article I tried to post didn't show)
Lower leg pain while running
24/04/08 14:51 1
Shin Splints?
Lower leg pain? Am I doing too much
24/04/08 13:04 1
FetchEveryone Wine Club - tasting scores
Info about wines tasted by members of the FetchEveryone Wine Club
16/04/08 09:07 10
Garmin 305 Tips
Just a brief intoduction to the main functions of the Garmin 305. It is by no means complete, please feel free to add but try to ensure accuracy of teh information.
15/04/08 10:56 21
Girli'es London Marathon Selection
26 tracks inspired by or about London revealed each day for each mile until Marathon Day
12/04/08 10:12 25
Team 1 Fetch22 FLM 2008 Article
11/04/08 17:09 38
MicknPhil Win Jane Tomlinson Award Tonight.
10/04/08 22:07 1
Newcastle to London
I want to run from Newcastle to London and I need some guidance This article has been locked by Sedgey Smig
09/04/08 20:15 1
Fort William And Lochaber Marathon Course
A heads up for those running in three weeks time
09/04/08 18:44 6
Pre Edinburgh meal
A list of peeps who will be coming to the meal at Zizzis on sat night
08/04/08 13:22 1
FetchPoint Team 6 - IMPORTANT ARTICLE
Essential Runners Information for FLM 2008 - please add your details ASAP
06/04/08 21:04 32
A guide to making blogs
Just for information to help you create and help you 'jazz' it up if you want to.
01/04/08 14:20 12
FLM 2007 Sponsor a Fetchie
List of those running for charity if you want a lucky dip to sponsor one. Add your link as and when you can.
31/03/08 11:54 55
Booster Sayings
Whether you're running a marathon or an ultra or on your LSR what is the mantra or saying that gives you that kick when you need it? Add yours and take some away with you for when you next need them.
31/03/08 11:24 14
Fetch FLM 2008 Overview of Information
This is the info on things like logistics, budget, responsibilities etc for Fetchpoint 2008!
25/03/08 18:17 1
Fetch FLM 2007 Runners and Supporters
a repository of information - more accurate on the website, which will be updated.
25/03/08 17:49 14
Giving blood and running
Info for those who want to donate blood and what it will do for your running
25/03/08 15:46 3
Girlie's NY 2007 Playlist
For 26 days before NY I chose a track about or inspired by NY as part of the preparations. Here's the list. Enjoy!
19/03/08 08:16 1
Early Morning Hard One Quiz
Q&As + scores
14/03/08 14:21 60
Royal Parks Foundation launches first Half Marathon through Central London
The Royal Parks Foundation, in partnership with Brakes, is launching the first Half Marathon to race through central London.
10/03/08 16:06 3
Girlie's Auction
Your chance to win a copy of THE GREATEST signed by Haile Gebresalassie and some other stuff
07/03/08 11:31 4
Girlie's Auction
Your chance to win a signed Haile Gebresalassie book( among other things) This article has been locked by Girlie
06/03/08 20:20 1
Mikky betting :)
When will Mikuro's baby be born???
24/02/08 23:12 8
Richmond or Bushy Park on a Sunday - Marathon mileage training plans
Planned mileages for respective Fetchie training
20/02/08 12:13 4
Sub 4:00 Marathon in 2007 "Club"
Wisdom from those committed to run a sub 4 hour marathon in 2007.
19/02/08 18:06 42
www.justgiving.com/garyjenkins
Running for SANDS This article has been locked by Jenko
17/02/08 12:10 1
Speed conversion chart
Need to convert your speed from kph to mph or to min/km or min/mile... look no further
15/02/08 14:09 2
Athletic & Performance Development - Periodisation of Strength - Concepts
Athletic & Performance Development – Periodisation of Strength – Anatomical Adaptation and Hypertrophy Focus = Core Stability, Upper Body to Lower Body Muscle Balance Ratio -
14/02/08 13:46 3
Fectch Social, Scottish style
A wee nicht oot on the swally fer aw they Scots Fetchies
30/01/08 12:51 32
TrailPlus Weekends
Attendance list for the scheduled Trailplus Weekends Including Sarah(I *heart running)L's "recommended things to take with you" list Trailplus http://www.trailplus.com/
29/01/08 16:22 11
Athletic & Performance Development - Part Deux - Process and Componants
Following on from Part-1, Process and Componants of a Periodised Plan, Foundation Level.
22/01/08 16:48 3
Great North Run - Hotels
:) Hotel needed for Great North Run :)
20/01/08 14:33 2
Fell running & races
Fell running and racing for beginners, covering BOFRA & FRA races.
19/01/08 22:44 24
Athletic & Performance Development - Introducing key training concepts and principles
A fairly short but detailed intro on the concepts behind Athletic Performance Development - any ommissions or technical inaccuricies are soley mine - This article has been locked by
10/01/08 20:12 2
Ancient to Modern Travel Bags, Laptop Bags, Shopping Bags, Sleeping Bag & Space Bags
American Indian Bags, Shopping Bags, Sleeping Bag & Space Bags This article has been locked by annezinta
31/12/07 22:32 1
Post Lochaber Marathon - Fannys Birthday Party
details of who why what where and when
23/12/07 17:28 5
FetchEveryone Eastern 1 Mile Challenge
Details for the Glorious Fetch Event that is ... This article has been locked by Ted!
15/12/07 19:58 8
101 Things to do when you are injured or ill
Contributions are welcome!
10/12/07 22:37 3
Fetch Scottish Mile Challenge
for participants in the Fetch Scottish Mile Challenge on 2nd Dec, Stirling Uni
04/12/07 07:41 65
Luton Marathon 2007 - Fetch Support
list, requests, etc
27/11/07 14:11 15
The Royal House of Fetch
The glorious history and radiance of the House Of Fetch. Lists of appointments and titles.
27/11/07 10:27 5
Fetch East Midlands Mile
Details about the East Mids Mile This article has been locked by Barky
26/11/07 11:27 2
Improve 1/2 marathon times
14/11/07 21:01 1
High Peak Relay Team
To record details of who is in the team for 2007 and what legs they are running. This article has been locked by IanM
09/11/07 19:40 19
Santas TopTen@Ten
The Rules and what it's all about
08/11/07 10:26 5
Fetch Yoga references
A list of the references we have mentioned over the past however many months but can't be bothered trawling back through the thread to find.
24/10/07 12:33 7
Fetch Scottish Mile Challenge
for particpiants in the Fetch Scottish Mile Challenge on 2nd Dec, Stirling Uni
22/10/07 19:45 2
Fetch Training Camp - Names and Suggestions
If you're interested in attending a weekend training camp, organised by http://www.trailplus.com (or similar), then stick your name down here, along with your preferred dates between now and the end of November, and any suggestions you might have for location, activities, entertainment, accomodation etc.
17/10/07 19:16 34
Fetch Merchandise Shopping list
I keep seeing the same thread appearing and then disappearing - I'm trying to give Fetch a more structured heads-up of levels of interest in individual items.
17/10/07 17:19 1
Berlin Marathon 30.09.2007
Thinking about an overseas Fetch Marathon Meet? Already booked to run this one? Then let us know your plans.....
13/10/07 16:20 34
A quick guide to running better (without just adding more mileage
This article will hopefully provide a bit of advice on how to run a bit "smarter" it certainly isn't definitive, but provides a few useful points for a starter.
13/10/07 13:18 3
Autumn Marathons 2007
From the thread: Wouldn't it be nice to update this list too with results? There's a dozen of these races passed already. How about a time, and a one word summary comment (ecstatic/pleased/ho-hum/pissed-off/etc.....)? I'd be interested in how everyone's gone.
12/10/07 12:48 9
Solomon Hell Down South - Place available to be taken by Friday 12th Oct!
I have a place and cant be there now - does anyone out there fancy giving it a go? This article has been locked by AlB
11/10/07 16:07 1
New Athletics Magazine - Endurance Runner
New running magazine aiming to focus on UK road running and cross-country.
08/10/07 13:55 3
Loch Ness Marathon Aftershow party!
we needs names...
01/10/07 11:19 35
Loch Ness Marathon Support
An article to summarise the facts re the support for the Fetch runners at Loch Ness
30/09/07 16:19 8
Packing List for Events
Packing list for events
24/09/07 18:36 5
Hogs on the Run!
10 mile adventure race in Suffolk This article has been locked by TanyaAce
24/09/07 09:38 1
A Swine of a Race!
7 mile adventure race in Sheffield This article has been locked by TanyaAce
24/09/07 09:36 1
RNR 2007
Team and other organisational details for all three Fetch teams for the Round Norfolk Relay (RNR) 2007. Race reports will also be saved here for posterity.
23/09/07 16:17 53
Splash Wobble Plod
The Triathlon FAQ
21/09/07 19:20 14
Hello from a Newbie!!
Just to wanted to say hi.
17/09/07 22:51 2
Hotel up for grabs for the Great North Run
Hotel Premier Travel Inn Newcastle Airport (South) 2 nights Arrival 29/09/07 Departure 01/10/07 Twin Room £71.00 a night This article has been locked by Lizzybagwash
02/09/07 12:04 1
Gobiisms
The collected sayings of a Dark Lord (abridged)
31/08/07 12:24 35
Great Scottish Run : After Race Meal
Names here if you are interested please. Will try and source a restaurant in the Merchant City. Half Mara is at 10.... so allowing for, say, 2:30(?) finishers, maybe book for 1pm? Any suggestions gratefully received.
29/08/07 23:28 28
Berlin marathon entry
Berlin marathon entry 30 September to sell
28/08/07 14:11 1
Glossary
A collection of useful information to help you understand what people are going on about.
23/08/07 17:52 7
spell checker
spell checking
21/08/07 20:35 1
Fetchie vs Fetchie
Nemesii, Nemesises, Nemissum... Wanna race? Well do ya?
21/08/07 12:58 35
Looking for somewhere to stay for Great North Run
Looking for somewhere to stay for Great North Run
20/08/07 00:37 1
Favourite Races
Recommend a race that others should know about
13/08/07 22:18 19
How to enter Flora London Marathon
How to enter the London Marathon
08/08/07 15:18 8
GRIM 2007
Sign up here for teams etc! Teams must be groups of 3, can be all male, all female or mixed.
08/08/07 09:35 18
Achilles tendonitis
How to rehabillitate that tendon in 12 weeks and keep running
06/08/07 17:13 3
Heart Rate Monitor Training for the Compleat Fetchie
As the number of threads has grown to outlandish proportions I decided to create this as our central repository for all things to do with heart rate monitor training. It will concentrate on the teachings of John L Parker in his book Heart Rate Monitor Training for the Compleat Idiot.
29/07/07 11:10 16
West Highland Way (Walking!) 2008
I fancy doing this in May 2008 - as a walk, not a run. Suggestion is 4 (maybe 5 days), relaxed, informal, take it all in, a few beers at night - possibly even doing a hill or two, rounding things off with Mr. Nevis himself.
22/07/07 20:45 6
Midlands/wales meet
A chance to meet some local fetchies :)
17/07/07 17:52 6
Joining A Club
All about what it's like to run with a club - for those who are thinking of it, but maybe a bit scared, or for those that have no idea what benefits it can bring.
11/07/07 14:58 2
Chi Running
A brief description of the principles and tips and aha moments of those who are learning to run this way.
10/07/07 22:01 7
Fetchstock 07 - I would like to go
Add your name to this list if you intend to go
01/07/07 16:10 54
Hawkshead 2007 - Fetchstock
Lest we remember incorrectly, embelish or otherwise besmerch the memory of this fine drinking competition/running race.
27/06/07 11:51 7
Fetcheveryone Browser Compatibility
If FE isn't working quite right, or looks a bit funny in your browser, make some notes here, and I'll sort what I can.
19/05/07 21:15 6
Fetchstock
Please scrape any organizing tit-bits out of the forum/your head into this article. FYI: there may be running involved.
18/05/07 11:14 18
Fetch Family Pic-nic
This is a list of people who are hoping to come to the pic-nic in Greenwhich Park on June 9th to enable folk to say what kind of time they will get there and if they will bring anything (e.g. ball, frisbee...). I will add instructions etc as we get closer to the day.
14/05/07 22:00 5
We are pregnant
Any advice for us
08/05/07 22:35 4
The fetcheveryone guide to running the Flora London Marathon
as it says This article has been locked by chrisity
21/04/07 19:39 3
FLM07 - Who to look out for
see who is starting where, and who is wearing fancy dress!
20/04/07 15:17 24
Final Info for Fetch FLM Runners
the info for the runners for the support station
17/04/07 10:05 4
Final Info for the Fetc Supporters at FLM
final info including travel and What to Bring.
16/04/07 22:42 1
Paris Marathon - Fetch support point and post-race meal
Who's up for organising a Fetch support point (a la RW support point for FLM) and go out for a meal after the race?
11/04/07 10:26 10
Hellrunner Scotland - The Rose vs The Thistle
Article to hold details of teams meeting places camping places etc
26/03/07 21:55 4
Asics Reading Half Marathon 25th March 2007
Race numbers, pre race, post race etc.
26/03/07 15:06 43
The Fetch Poems - A collection of running rhymes inspired by the great laureates!
Collection taken from Fetch in Literature thread
14/03/07 12:58 3
The great fetch star and banana london night out
Meeting time, place and date
08/03/07 13:10 12
Typical Fetchies!!!
A (non scientific) review of Fetch polls, to find out how the 'typical Fetchie' thinks, runs, trains......
28/02/07 14:11 1
GoApe
Article to summurise thread of attendees , dates plans etc
27/02/07 10:30 8
A Guide To Using The Forums
A guide of helpful tips submitted by other forumites to help you get the most out of your forum experience
18/02/07 13:54 8
Cannot be bothered?
Cannot be bother to train?
15/02/07 12:35 6
So you want to start running? Tips for absolute beginners
Hints, tips and advice for anyone just starting out running.
10/02/07 16:12 4
Member of the Month - June - Santababy
Please collect your questions here for Santababy, who wins the title of Member of the Month for June.
09/02/07 16:43 10
Cross Training - Gym
What to do at the gym to help your running
09/02/07 15:55 8
The Gift of Life...
Ian Harding, a Reading Resident, had a Liver Transplant Late last year and is going to run the Asics Reading Half Marathon on the 25th March 2007
08/02/07 15:00 2

30/01/07 20:45 1
Notes for Race Organisers
Organising a race? Here are some serious points from runners.
21/01/07 21:44 15
Motivation -- you know you really want to run, but...
What to tell yourself when you have trouble getting that first foot out the door
17/01/07 19:00 11
Marathon Training Day
Exactly what it says on the tin!
10/01/07 16:32 1
Terminology
Terms that you will often hear used, but what do they actually mean?
10/01/07 13:46 13
Fundraising tips
How to raise that scarily contractual sounding golden bond for the FLM
04/01/07 15:00 2
What do I eat?
Guidelines
04/01/07 05:37 2
Speed Training for Beginners
All about the basics of speed training
01/12/06 22:17 16
Running shoes
Cushioned,support,cross-country,whatever.Love 'em or hate 'em write your experiences and recommendations here for your fellow Fetchies
26/11/06 17:57 9
Member of the Month - April - Too Much Water
Please collect your questions here for Too Much Water, who wins the title of Member of the Month for April, along with Hanneke.
20/11/06 17:11 10
Member of the Month - April - Hanneke
Please collect your questions here for Hanneke, who wins the title of Member of the Month for April, along with Too Much Water.
14/11/06 17:45 10
Swimming Links
Welcome to part one of the tri side
11/11/06 11:44 7
Race Day for Beginners
Describes exactly what to expect on the day of your first race
03/11/06 14:47 21
Member of the Month - May - Max71
Please collect your questions here for Max71, who wins the title of Member of the Month for May.
25/10/06 14:12 6
Speed and Distance Gadgets
Garmin, Navman, iPod+, Timex, Polar, Oregon Scientific, pedometers and beyond...
23/10/06 19:37 15
stage 5 report
errrr, stage 5. This article has been locked by chrisity
13/10/06 18:36 2
Safety for Runners
Advice on keeping safe whilst out running
12/10/06 13:53 9
Round Norfolk Relay 2006
Stage Reports and General Musings on a truly unique experience.
28/09/06 17:20 18
Running for chubsters
Advice on running for the nutritionally endowed
25/09/06 14:18 21
Recommended runs in your town
This is a place for you to enter the details of a run that you would recommend to someone who is visiting your area. Give a brief description of the run, including any points of interest, things to look out for, places to park, nice pubs etc.
15/09/06 16:46 4
Racing
You've done a few races and want to get a little more out of yourself.
03/09/06 21:36 4
Minor Running Irritations/Problems and How to Deal with Them.
All those small, but annoying things that at some point you have to deal with when running.
26/08/06 12:42 17
Buying the right shoes
This is a short article about how to get the most from your footwear investment
17/08/06 08:59 9
Running kit
A guide to buying running kit
12/08/06 11:28 10
So, you are injured, what now?
Dealing with those inevitable injuries.
31/07/06 15:09 3
Marathon tips from Sonia O Sullivan
Notes from a talk given by Sonia O'Sullivan, one of the leading female 5000m runners of the last decade.
24/07/06 08:32 1