Sheffield Half Marathon - Sunday May 20th 2007, 9:30am Start.

Just sent off my application, £18 for non associate.

Completed last years 1/2 marathon VERY VERY slow and hoping to do better this year, although been ill and then suffered niggling injuries for quite a while.

Is anyone else entering or starting to train????

Sheffield Half Marathon - Sunday May 20th 2007, 9:30am Start.

Just sent off my application, £18 for non associate.

Completed last years 1/2 marathon VERY VERY slow and hoping to do better this year, although been ill and then suffered niggling injuries for quite a while.

Is anyone else entering or starting to train????

Hi

Just started training did 1 hour 44 last year 1 41 the previous year looking for 1 30 this but may be a bit ambitious

£18 for a half marathon!? Whys it worth all that?

Proceeds and sponsorship to charities. All for a good cause!

maybe this thread would be better in sheffield sport?

I'lk be doing it, but I'll sign up the day before like I did last year.

18 quid is a bit steep, but I think it is worth it, one of the best large scale halfs.

Did my first long run on tuesday out to fox house (12 miles) wasnt to bad but a little stiff the next day need to do some speed/interval work

theres a good thread on runners world site usually picks up a bit closer to the time
http://www.runnersworld.co.uk/forum/forummessages.asp?EN=34593&URN=6&UTN=90517&Events_Last=1&V=2&SP=

hoping to enter that one...been off training for 2months through injury but fingers crossed be back to it soon.
going for a track run on thursday to see how the pain is :)

Well i would like to have a go but i am so unfit at the moment. You think theres enough time to get fit for it?

Im in did it last year for the first time hope to do better this year so must get some hard training in see you there

http://www.sheffieldtoday.net/ViewArticle2.aspx?SectionID=58&ArticleID=1956886

Well i would like to have a go but i am so unfit at the moment. You think theres enough time to get fit for it?

Depends how unfit you are how far can you run at the moment? some people do seem to walk most of it the sweep bus goes after 3 hours.

with 4 months of training time to go plenty of time to improve your fitness and it is very rewarding

Depends how unfit you are how far can you run at the moment? some people do seem to walk most of it the sweep bus goes after 3 hours.

with 4 months of training time to go plenty of time to improve your fitness and it is very rewarding

4 months? It's not enough if your running skills are low.
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not sure if running it this year (77mins last year) depends on wot other races/triathlons i've got planned!!!

If you are thinking of running the Sheffield Half Marathon or 3k Fun Run, please consider raising money for Sheffield Wildlife Trust. The charity is one of the official beneficiaries this year, and is appealing for runners to take part.

The Trust is making it easy for you to collect sponsorship money - set up your own web page today here - http://www.justgiving.com/charity/more_events.asp?FundraiserId=182566


You can register for the marathon online now at www.sheffieldmarathon.com

4 months? It's not enough if your running skills are low.
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thats why i asked how far she can run and how unfit she was agreed if she can not run a reasonable distance and is not used to excercise it is not long enough.

However if she is used to running and has just let it drop a bit then it may be possible bearing in mind you can walk run it

Either way best to follow a schedule and its probably a good idea to check with your doctor first.

Just my opinion and I am no expert!

I will be entering in this year...... watch out for me as winner :D

so who's up for writing 'SF <nickname>' on their numbers so we can say elo?

I will be entering in this year...... watch out for me as winner :D

lol its a bit demotivating when you have what you consider a good time and you have to tell your friends you came 878th lol

lol its a bit demotivating when you have what you consider a good time and you have to tell your friends you came 878th lol

Hmmmmm I'm not a long distance runner, but hoping for a bit better than that he he.

Well I'm going to enter for the "Mara" this year and the "thon" next year.

Hello all, is it to late to apply, where do i get my application from, thanx

hi
Plenty of time yet you can even enter on the day.

Good luck

http://www.runnersworld.co.uk/events/viewevent.asp?sp=&v=2&EN=34593

Hoes the training going folks?

I had an accident so wont be able to train for a while but still hopefull will be able to run it.

Managed to agravate a couple of injuries recently, so having tohold off training again. Only did 2 runs >:(

Managed to agravate a couple of injuries recently, so having tohold off training again. Only did 2 runs >:(

Sorry to hear that you got to be so careful with injuries I had knee problems for ages went to see a physio a few months ago and he gave me some excercises to do to stregthen them and make sure i tracked properly and they did seem to help

A new Club Sheffield Running Club has formed in the city ,Tuesday night session aimed to help people train for the SHeffield half marathon.Just turn up at DON Valley Stadium on TUESDAY or THURSDAY at 6pm ready to run and ask for DAVE.
Meet at the end of the indoor staright.The group already has twenty runners with a wide range of ability,alot of lady runners.Why not give it a try.

I'm doing the Paris marathon in April and could do with some thing to increase my speed.I only work around the corner from Don Valley so it's ideal.See you all there.

Looks like lots of interest in the Half Marathon - anyone who has applied for a place but not yet chosen a charity, please could you consider running for the British Red Cross. As a participant you will receive a comprehensive fundraising pack, running vest and regular contact with Red Cross for advice and support - more information please contact rolney@redcross.org.uk or 0114 242 7381 - THANK YOU!

Originally Posted by Fudbeer
Depends how unfit you are how far can you run at the moment? some people do seem to walk most of it the sweep bus goes after 3 hours.

with 4 months of training time to go plenty of time to improve your fitness and it is very rewarding


4 months? It's not enough if your running skills are low.
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I managed last year with about 4 months to fit it all in, but I guess it depends how good your cardiovascular is to begin with, how sensible you are with your training and how committed you are to a regime change, such as being motivated and disciplined enough to dump some of the junk food and beer, and eat more friut and veg and pasta etc.

I've run the last three for a local charity, not great times as I am a 17 stone weightlifter/Powerlifter so anything around two hours is good for me (2.01 is my best time), if I can crack two hours I will be well pleased! If you listen for the "boom boom boom" and feel the ground shaking, that will be me running behind you! Good luck to all.

Just bugered up my ankle on wednesday...so out of this one :(
Still waiting to hear if I have a place in Great North Run instead...

I'm hoping to do it, but my times are useless, 2hrs 17mins, no matter how hard I train.
And that's after they changed the course to start at Don Valley instead of Hillsborough Park.

I'm in for it too. This will be my first one. Been off the road two weeks now due to injury. Got some 10Ks lined up as well, just hope I'm fit for them. Gutted at being confined to other training in the gym.

Hi Frednotdead, seen you on Sheffield Bikers.

You can only do your best in all these things. Good luck to everyone.

I'm in for it too. This will be my first one. Been off the road two weeks now due to injury. Got some 10Ks lined up as well, just hope I'm fit for them. Gutted at being confined to other training in the gym.

Hi Frednotdead, seen you on Sheffield Bikers.

You can only do your best in all these things. Good luck to everyone.


Hiya Bikergirl!

Thinking of popping down to Don Valley tomorrow night (Tuesday), with the Sheffield Running Club. http://www.sheffieldrunningclub.org.uk

Is anyone else up for it?

Is anyone interested in being a running buddy. I'm doing the Sheffield half marathon, but also runing the London Marathon on 22 April and finding it tough doing the long runs alone. I'm a 10 minute miler and live just off Sharrowale Rd.

Running and me just don't mix. Don't mind it in a sport but plain running I get bored within seconds if I'm honest.

Shelley if you link up with the Sheffield Running club you could get a long run in and with company.Last Sundays run was from Rivelin ,this Sunday its from Don Vaklley Car Park at 11pm.Some weeks the long runs may be from Hunters Bar .If you could get down to Don Valleyany Tuesday or Thursday at 6pm you could probably find your running Buddy.

Thanks. I've not joined a club before because its difficult for me to meet at set times after work. But I really could do with sharing my pain! Did 14 miles all over Sheffield this morning, longest distance I've ever done, the bath afterwards was the best.

Shelley this morning we had a 90minute and a 2 hour run 9 (two different groups that started out together ),about a dozen of us sharing the pain.
keep an eye on the forum and www.sheffieldrunning.org.uk and you may be able to tap into some of our runs.

I will. Thanks.

Shelley this morning we had a 90minute and a 2 hour run 9 (two different groups that started out together ),about a dozen of us sharing the pain.
keep an eye on the forum and www.sheffieldrunning.org.uk and you may be able to tap into some of our runs.

Nick - is this the right URL?

type in www.sheffieldrunningclub.co.uk this will get you to the home page

Yes sorry about confusion,Site now up and running with useful information.
If you are getting lonely on those long Sunday Runs for either the Sheffield Half Marathon or London look out for the Sunday Runs, anyone can join in.

Advice required regarding running injury.

3 weeks of suffering a pulled hamstring, sore and tender, getting fed-up of the inaction and lack of jogging. Feels like all the passed months are now wasted.

So what's the best treatment or remedy and how can I get things going again. Looks like this year's run will be slower than last years after all - if at all that is :(

if persistant go and see a physio.Paul Hattam at Broomhill or John Wood on Ecclesall Rd opr Jim Mersh at Greenhill.

if persistant go and see a physio.Paul Hattam at Broomhill or John Wood on Ecclesall Rd opr Jim Mersh at Greenhill.

Thanks for that Nick. I've just heard there's one that visits my local GP once pe week. I'll try that one first. Cheers.

Hows everyone getting along? had a great run to Fox house the other day need to get some interval work done now as can comfortably run the distance,

My training is going typically slowly, only a month to go now!!!
I did 1.44 last year and am hoping to do under 1.40 this year.
Anyone any info on whether treadmill running isn't as effective as running outside?
Good running!

This is my first half -marathon at 69 so If I get round it will be great & if I get to the stadium before the sweep up bus comes I will be dead chuffed.:banana: :banana: :banana:

My training is going typically slowly, only a month to go now!!!
I did 1.44 last year and am hoping to do under 1.40 this year.
Anyone any info on whether treadmill running isn't as effective as running outside?
Good running!

With a treadmill you are effectivley running on the spot also you dont go downhill on a treadmill.

I do use them I find them great for interval training as its very easy to control your workout however I think its critical to combine it with running outside I do all my long runs outside did a 14 mile on saturday I did around 141 last year and am looking for 1.30-1.35 this year.

This is my first half -marathon at 69 so If I get round it will be great & if I get to the stadium before the sweep up bus comes I will be dead chuffed.:banana: :banana: :banana:


Good luck i'm sure you will beat the bus:) its a great atmosphere on the day

Good luck i'm sure you will beat the bus:) its a great atmosphere on the day
Thanks fudbeer,I will need the best of luck but I intend to enjoy it.:hihi:

This is my first half -marathon at 69 so If I get round it will be great & if I get to the stadium before the sweep up bus comes I will be dead chuffed.:banana: :banana: :banana:

Good luck mate.
I'm sure if you've done the training you'll love it.
Just remember that when you get to the stadium there is still a long way to run.
See you there.

Advice required regarding running injury.

3 weeks of suffering a pulled hamstring, sore and tender, getting fed-up of the inaction and lack of jogging. Feels like all the passed months are now wasted.

So what's the best treatment or remedy and how can I get things going again. Looks like this year's run will be slower than last years after all - if at all that is :(

DAMN DAMN DAMN!! :rant: :help: :mad: :gag: :cry:

It's now 7 weeks since damaging the hamstring, how depressing it is. All that training down the pan.

Feeling the urge to get out there again, I tried a 10 minute trot last week and it ended up being an embarrasing hobble. Enough to make a grown man cry.

I think I'm still gonna have a go though - even if it means DNF.

This year's half marathon will be the first time I have done any running at all so just hoping to finish! Training is going o.k. although I don't know if I will ever 'enjoy' running!
I'm a bit worried - i find it very hard to get going in the mornings so am feeling trepidation about the Sunday morning start - any advice on morning routines - when and what to eat etc, time to wake up? Transport? We are car-less and coming from Totley - what's the best way?
Thanks in anticipation!

...any advice on morning routines - when and what to eat etc, time to wake up? ...
Thanks in anticipation!

Not sure what's the best way but I always try and fill up with pasta the night before, pop down to Boots for some of their gel food packets to suck on during the race and dextrose tablets before, drink water when you can and try some basic exercise before setting out.

What suits one might not suit another though. I'd be interested to hear other folks ideas too.

This year's half marathon will be the first time I have done any running at all so just hoping to finish! Training is going o.k. although I don't know if I will ever 'enjoy' running!
I'm a bit worried - i find it very hard to get going in the mornings so am feeling trepidation about the Sunday morning start - any advice on morning routines - when and what to eat etc, time to wake up? Transport? We are car-less and coming from Totley - what's the best way?
Thanks in anticipation!

I wake up 2 hours before the start and drink some water and have some toast and banana.

I have another banana just before the start and keep drinking water.

I take a sports drink with me a top tip is not to just have water as you will probably find it really hard after an hour or so.

I wake up 2 hours before the start and drink some water and have some toast and banana.

I have another banana just before the start and keep drinking water.

I take a sports drink with me a top tip is not to just have water as you will probably find it really hard after an hour or so.

Fudbeer - yes banana, I'd forgot to mention that, and Jaffa Cakes too. Don't overdo the water though, better with sports drink.(The poor guy from this years London marathon had drunk too much water apparently).

dont drink or eat anything you have not already tryed many a run has come to an end with someone drinking energy drinks or gells and it aint a prity sight :gag: stick to something you know dont do anything different on the day and as long as you have done the training you will be fine GOOD LUCK

dont drink or eat anything you have not already tryed many a run has come to an end with someone drinking energy drinks or gells and it aint a prity sight :gag: stick to something you know dont do anything different on the day and as long as you have done the training you will be fine GOOD LUCK

It says dont do anything different, so on the night before (being a Saturday) I go to the pub ;) works for me lol

only to dink plenty of water to hydrate i hope fud

Thanks for all the advice - all I know is I will have to kick the booze for at least a couple of nights before - it really drags my legs down the next day!
At the mo we are planning to get up at 6-ish (used to it for work anyway), have early breakfast (maybe porridge, and banana) then another banana about 1/2 hr before.
TBH energy drinks make me feel vomitous so am planning water and basic glucose sweets and lots of nagging from O/H to make me finish (he could do it on one leg lol). Good luck everyone!

picked up the running bug in jan of this year

ran the donny half in 1hr 43

ran the FLM in 4hr 32

hoping for a sheffield half time of 1hr 35


See you all there!

DAMN DAMN DAMN!! :rant: :help: :mad: :gag: :cry:

It's now 7 weeks since damaging the hamstring, how depressing it is. All that training down the pan.

Feeling the urge to get out there again, I tried a 10 minute trot last week and it ended up being an embarrasing hobble. Enough to make a grown man cry.

I think I'm still gonna have a go though - even if it means DNF.

Sorry to hear of your problems I know what its like with injury,Have you tried crosstraining I am also a keen cyclist and find it helps where injurys are concerned.

On Thurs I completed my max distance at 14 miles geez those last 2 miles were tough running through millhouses park.

Gonna focus more on interval training in the next 2 weeks and reduce the millage a bit as I know its getting a bit late but would like to increase my speed a bit.

Mat B

You have done well to get that fasr so quick I am hoping for a similar time.

Thanks for all the advice - all I know is I will have to kick the booze for at least a couple of nights before - it really drags my legs down the next day!
At the mo we are planning to get up at 6-ish (used to it for work anyway), have early breakfast (maybe porridge, and banana) then another banana about 1/2 hr before.
TBH energy drinks make me feel vomitous so am planning water and basic glucose sweets and lots of nagging from O/H to make me finish (he could do it on one leg lol). Good luck everyone!

That is the best way to prepare for the half.
I'm also have pasta the night before,take water on in small doses during the race and don't start too quick.
I'm really looking forward to it now.

Sorry to hear of your problems I know what its like with injury,Have you tried crosstraining I am also a keen cyclist and find it helps where injurys are concerned.

On Thurs I completed my max distance at 14 miles geez those last 2 miles were tough running through millhouses park.

Gonna focus more on interval training in the next 2 weeks and reduce the millage a bit as I know its getting a bit late but would like to increase my speed a bit.

Mat B

You have done well to get that fasr so quick I am hoping for a similar time.


Good luck mate..

im just hoping i dont look like THIS (http://www.marathonfoto.com/order_assigned_photos.cfm?BFI=4k2iuw51ez&OID=19802007S1&BibNumber=42840&CustomerNumber=431559&Currency=GBP&Language=en) come sunday..heat gets to me so much! nothing a running hat and plenty of sunblock wont cure though!

remember people get plenty of rest this week..carb up and dont forgot to have a little trot to loosen the legs later in the week.

Good luck for Sunday all!

Is it too late to enter??

Is it too late to enter??

You can enter on the day.
If you haven't trained though i wouldn't bother.It's a long way.

I have been reading all your posts & I would like to thank you all for the information you have passed on, because it is a big help to a first timer. I intend to enjoy it.See you all there.904

Built my self up to running 22kms, then injured my calf muscle on the home stretch. Gave it a week to heal then went out and did only 5km before the calf went into spasms (and yes I warmed up well before running). Guess my hopes of completing the sheffield 1/2 in under 2 hrs will have to wait till next year now. I will try on the day, but as soon as it starts to hurt I will quit and stand on the sidelines to clap everyone else.

Every one say ahhh for me :sad:, anyway best of luck to all those running, I wish you all success in both beating your best times and for those new to running all the best in completing the run. :clap:

GOOD LUCK ALL!!!!

Heres wishing everyone a great day tomorrow.

Dont forget to take it easy today.

Is it too late to enter??

Dont be stupid
concentrate on your fight training.
Sunday 12-130 with big andy at wellington street boxing gym THEN your helping Richard do the display at Bramall lane.

DAMN DAMN DAMN!! :rant: :help: :mad: :gag: :cry:

It's now 7 weeks since damaging the hamstring, how depressing it is. All that training down the pan.

Feeling the urge to get out there again, I tried a 10 minute trot last week and it ended up being an embarrasing hobble. Enough to make a grown man cry.

I think I'm still gonna have a go though - even if it means DNF.



Well folks it's almost time. Good luck with the final preparations, just popped out to Boots for mi' carb' gels and carbo' tablets and sports drinks.

Pasta for supper mmmm.

I had n't run properly for almost 11 weeks since damaging my hamstring, but managed a slow 7 miler last Monday and a slow 11 miler last Thursday. Sluggish running and soo sore next day but I guess I'll be there - strapped up and full of Ibuprofen and smelling of muscle rub.

I know I have the stamina to do the course but if there's any doubt's, you'll see me on the sweep-up bus cheering y' all on, coz any unnessessary strain is just not worth it in the long run. hee hee long run, geddit :)

Enjoy and be careful out there! :clap: (No. 223)

Finished 1 hour 50 dissapointed with the time but I made the classic mistake of setting off to fast.

Great support on the way though and really enjoyed it loved the band on ecclesall road.

Thanks to the organisers and those who turned out to support there seemed more out there this year than in the previous 2 years.

YIPPEE YIPPEE I finished also 2hr 43min. 12th in the over 60.First time great..:banana: :banana: :banana: :banana:

Well done Lazyherbert.Maybe it's time for a name change.

Well done Lazyherbert.Maybe it's time for a name change.
Good idea maybe SUPERMAN. Well maybe not.:hihi: :hihi:

Results available here

http://www.sheffieldmarathon.com/content.php?nPageID=232

It was a great day yesterday. We watched our niece run and she made us so proud! She ran and raised lots of money for Parkinson's Disease.

We first saw her run past us on Ecclesall Road and we were stood directly opposite the Singers. THEY WERE BRILLIANT!!! Can anyone tell me who they were because I thought they were FANTASTIC and really added to the atmosphere - well done you three and well done Michelle!

thanks for that fudbheer

i finished 1hr 37mins 44seconds

placed 602!

get in!

nice one mat.

Definate doing this again next year.looking back think I did to much training on the treadmill and tapered too early, ahh well such is life.

See you all there next year.

Well the calf muscle went at the two mile marker, so I sat on the side lines and cheered the rest of you on. Well done everyone, you all looked great out there.

Thanks to the first aiders and the police - well done.

I will have to give my calf three months to heal, but.....I will see you all there next year. Once again a HUGE well done to all.
:clap: :clap: :clap:

Thanks Princess & get well soon.

Bye the way the only pain I had was a sunburnt head.I`m baldish you know(nature did it not the barber).

The brochure/guide that comes with the marathon pack when you get your number, chip etc says something like:

Do not attempt a sprint finish as it may cause serious injury.

So why why is there some idiot on the tannoy (yes I know it's a brand name) actively encouraging sprint finishes from athletes who are finishing in 2hrs+

??

If one of them keeled over mid-sprint I don't think he'd be quite as cheery.


Anyway rant over and congratulations to all who ran!

I saw at least two guys collapse near the end as they'd tried to start sprinting as they re-entered the stadium (the lap round the upper level of the stadium) and these were guys who would have come in at under 1.40 if they'd made it to the finish line but they both got carted off in an ambulance....such a shame....

Anyway, my hubby came in at a very respectable 1.47 and it was his first half marathon! I was so proud! :D
Massive congratulations to all those that ran, I was in the stadium cheering you all on from the comfort of my seat!! :hihi:

Well done to everyone who tool part or helped out again in this years 1/2 marathon. I consider it an event of which Sheffield can be justifiably proud.

I managed to finish in 1hr 31m, which I was quite proud of. Although I'm slightly ashamed to say that I was one of the runners who sprint finished!

I was particularly impressed with the level of organisation throughout the entire event and would like to say thank-you to all the stewards and people helping out on the water and sponge stops.

Of course there was very little local media coverage of the actual event which is a bit of a shame. I'm taking part in the Leeds 10k next month. I'm sure the local media will be swarming there. Not that Yorkshire media is Leeds-centric at all though....

The only complaint I have is that all the helpers,who did a great job,also got a t-shirt.There must be more non runners than runners with them.

no helpers no race,some of them were working for 6 hours on the day and many days before.

no helpers no race,some of them were working for 6 hours on the day and many days before.

I agree,but I think a different T-shirt would be more appropriate.Don`t forget a lot of hours were put in by yourself & other runners.