The sub 2.45 marathon thread
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Aug 2016
10:36am, 10 Aug 2016
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James74
Im in on this down hill running too, is it a age thing? My son flies............. Saw the photo Ant, looks amazing. Hows everyones training going? I have a 5k tonight, but done next to no speed work since the last race so not expecting much. Focus for me is still Oct Marathon, with the main aim plenty miles, well more than I have done before so we shall see. |
Aug 2016
1:31pm, 10 Aug 2016
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stuart little
Downhill running is a skill, but one that can definitely be learned. Aim for a high cadence, shorter steps than you think you need, and try to silence the voice of reason that says to slow down 
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Aug 2016
10:13am, 11 Aug 2016
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RunningBob
Good tips Stuart. Practice on slopes that you know. Short steps, light feet. Core strength and lack of fear - youngsters tend to have the edge. But I'm no downhill hero. Recently a V40 woman took 5 minutes out of me on the hairy descent of Moel Siabod. |
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Aug 2016
10:15am, 11 Aug 2016
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RunningBob
Ant, James (and anyone else). If you're interested in peak skyrace next year you can stay chez Bob.
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Aug 2016
3:10pm, 11 Aug 2016
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James74
Thanks Bob, will have a think about that. Only got as far as next Spring race wise. Enjoyed the 5k last night,if you can enjoy a 5k. 1 second PB.Getting there!
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Aug 2016
8:29pm, 11 Aug 2016
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RunningBob
... and of course I know the route
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Aug 2016
9:05am, 12 Aug 2016
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RunningBob
Well run James - definitely celebrate a 1s PB!
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Aug 2016
3:54pm, 12 Aug 2016
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RunningBob
That 10000m was just awesome
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Aug 2016
4:24pm, 12 Aug 2016
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RunningBob
Back to downhill running ... a few tips here - and hilarious demo video from Steel Fell Race inov-8.com |
Aug 2016
6:09pm, 15 Aug 2016
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AntClark
i'd enjoy a 1s PB at 5k James. Sounds great Bob cheers. I have a long weekend in the lakes first weekend in Sept so can get some more practice in. think i need to get on
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