Steve Foster
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There was a stand at the expo re Warsaw marathon. Looks tempting
https://nortr3nixy.nimpr.uk/showthread.php?298665-BHA-v-Leicester-Score-Predictor
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Brighton Marathon Results
- Thread starter Steve Foster
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There was a stand at the expo re Warsaw marathon. Looks tempting
https://nortr3nixy.nimpr.uk/showthread.php?298665-BHA-v-Leicester-Score-Predictor
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There was a stand at the expo re Warsaw marathon. Looks tempting
https://nortr3nixy.nimpr.uk/showthread.php?298665-BHA-v-Leicester-Score-Predictor
Travel together? I'm registered, but haven't paid my e60 yet. (I'm a post 5 hour runner as well!)
Mellor 3 Ward 4
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Well done to you all.
I was at 5, 14, 18 and 24 miles banging a drum and handing out oranges/jelly babies.
I was at 5, 14, 18 and 24 miles banging a drum and handing out oranges/jelly babies.
- Jul 7, 2003
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I was doing that. Found myself right underneath the 25 mile marker and I was just stood there yelling encouragement at anyone and everyone. Actually hung around for the four to five and a half hour runners, because they're the ones (I know from personal experience) who really need it. It's a surprisingly emotional experience even if you're not running. Some of the ones coming around the corner were so knackered they didn't even realise they'd hit 25 miles until people in the crowd were shouting it out to them, and you could see the faintest signs of hope and joy come across their faces as it dawned on them that they were nearly at the end.
Having been there myself, I can't even tell you what a difference it makes having people (even though they don't know you and are just screaming your name because it's on your vest) cheering and encouraging you. It's brilliant.
There was one bloke who caused plenty of laughs amongst the crowd by having "Eileen" printed across his vest....
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I was doing that. Found myself right underneath the 25 mile marker and I was just stood there yelling encouragement at anyone and everyone. Actually hung around for the four to five and a half hour runners, because they're the ones (I know from personal experience) who really need it. It's a surprisingly emotional experience even if you're not running. Some of the ones coming around the corner were so knackered they didn't even realise they'd hit 25 miles until people in the crowd were shouting it out to them, and you could see the faintest signs of hope and joy come across their faces as it dawned on them that they were nearly at the end.
Having been there myself, I can't even tell you what a difference it makes having people (even though they don't know you and are just screaming your name because it's on your vest) cheering and encouraging you. It's brilliant.
There was one bloke who caused plenty of laughs amongst the crowd by having "Eileen" printed across his vest....
Ditto. I was a six hour man myself (twice), so hung back and saved my Haribo to give out to those heading for 5 hours plus.
- Jul 7, 2003
- 47,625
Great time for your first marathon
(I said I'd never do it again after the first one and ended up doing a second two years later. And am contemplating next year now).
Very well done on both the time and funds raised. Never say never though! I ran 2012 and had no intention of running another one until this year.
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Bleeding nipples. Vomiting. Passing out. Falling over. Staggering about. The scenes in Brighton today.
Reminded me very much of West Street on Friday night.
Reminded me very much of West Street on Friday night.
Steve Foster
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Cheers, but was looking at next year. Have booked & paid for Loch Ness marathon which is on the same date.
Saw you at 5, in St James's Street, I guess? I was just behind the Danny Cullip lookalike in an Albion Shirt. Sobering moment was bottom of The Drive where I witnessed the Unfortunate Palace fan fail to be resuscitated last year. NSC added to his fundraising in respect last year and his Uni friends ran it this year in his memory.
albion534
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5.45 or thereabouts
not bad considering my training was hampered by a bad back, taking on a part time job working the doors at Oceana on top of a full time job, having my son twice a week.....
and Dressed as Bane, so if you saw him, that was me!!
not bad considering my training was hampered by a bad back, taking on a part time job working the doors at Oceana on top of a full time job, having my son twice a week.....
and Dressed as Bane, so if you saw him, that was me!!
Greg Bobkin
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- May 22, 2012
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4:59 for me, having completed my Olympic Triathlon beforehand.
During the bike leg of that, I crashed after 10 miles, but carried on and was patched up by St Johns. They told me that there was NO WAY I could run, and there was a risk my leg might have to be amputated (no word of a lie), but I ignored them as the adrenaline and sheer-bloodymindedness took over.
Started Triathlon at 5:30am, finished marathon at 14:22. After that, spent six hours (and got 26 stitches for my trouble) at Worthing A&E, eventually getting home around midnight.
Certainly a day to remember, made all the better for the amazing crowds, including the hundreds wondering why I was running in a bike helmet and goggles…
Hopefully, the story will be part of the marathon coverage on Saturday on Channel Four.
During the bike leg of that, I crashed after 10 miles, but carried on and was patched up by St Johns. They told me that there was NO WAY I could run, and there was a risk my leg might have to be amputated (no word of a lie), but I ignored them as the adrenaline and sheer-bloodymindedness took over.
Started Triathlon at 5:30am, finished marathon at 14:22. After that, spent six hours (and got 26 stitches for my trouble) at Worthing A&E, eventually getting home around midnight.
Certainly a day to remember, made all the better for the amazing crowds, including the hundreds wondering why I was running in a bike helmet and goggles…
Hopefully, the story will be part of the marathon coverage on Saturday on Channel Four.
saltash seagull
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4.27 for me which was disappointing considering I did sub 4 2 years ago ran 18 in just over 2 1/2 hours a few weeks back.struggled with my calves after about 7 miles which has been something of a nemesis for me in recent years but not so far this year,until the day.After 19 miles struggling to run I was just happy to get home in a reasonable time
That's me in Edna's 3rd picture
That's me in Edna's 3rd picture
7:18
Brighton & Hove Albion
Despite having a few niggles in training a few weeks ago (itb) I finished my 5th Brighton Marathon today with a time of 3:43:37, beating last years pb by 13 minutes.
The plan was to run 8.30s all the way around, but I started off too quick and couldn't slow down. Did the first 17 miles in 8s but had to slow down and do 9s for the last 5 miles. My right knee flared up after 8 miles, and my left after 17, and hamstrings got very tight in the last few miles. I was consciously managing my knee pains the whole way round, but I seemed to be able to run through it fine...and a few painkillers helped.
The crowd was great but definitely smaller than previous years. Loved the new bridge built near the pier. Very happy with my time and know I could have easily beat 3.40, maybe 3.30 if I really push it.
It was a brilliant day but I think because I was so focused on a time, and I had injuries from early on, I don't think I quite "enjoyed" it as much. I'm sure it will sink in soon enough though!
The plan was to run 8.30s all the way around, but I started off too quick and couldn't slow down. Did the first 17 miles in 8s but had to slow down and do 9s for the last 5 miles. My right knee flared up after 8 miles, and my left after 17, and hamstrings got very tight in the last few miles. I was consciously managing my knee pains the whole way round, but I seemed to be able to run through it fine...and a few painkillers helped.
The crowd was great but definitely smaller than previous years. Loved the new bridge built near the pier. Very happy with my time and know I could have easily beat 3.40, maybe 3.30 if I really push it.
It was a brilliant day but I think because I was so focused on a time, and I had injuries from early on, I don't think I quite "enjoyed" it as much. I'm sure it will sink in soon enough though!
coagulantwolf
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- Jun 21, 2012
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Anyone that gets tight calfs, I invested in a foam roller and 'roll out' three times a day, every day, and my calfs certainly are much looser and tighten up a lot less running.
beardy gull
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That's what I've been told. Any recommendations or just anything off Amazon?