RACE NUMBER 8

The Great North West Half Marathon
24th february 11am

Race 8 = 1hr 49.55 (7 Mins off my pb if you don't count the seconds)

I learnt a lot from the last 7 races and put it to use for this one-
Tried the bin bag method!I had no mp3- I found myself getting into a ryhthem/meditation with my breathing- so much better.Also was more relaxed as I knew the course/had some race experience behind me.

I was glancing down at my watch and worked out the minute miling which was basically 8.30min miles upto about mile 10 I think.

Near the end I really pushed forward with my arms. Im thinking I could work on how I use my arms to gain speed for future as my arms tend to be lazy and waste energy!!

Can't believe this was only my 8th race.

Races this year I am looking at are:
Blackpool half
Southport Half
Chester Half
Race The Train (Wales 14mile I think)
The Great North Run
Lancaster Half

Possibly more.....
Next year London Marathon is on the cards.