Age: 39
How long a member of Glossopdale Harriers? : 1 year
Favourite Band : Faithless
Best Film : Nikita
Favourite Food : steak & chips, strawberries & cream
3 song running playlist: I never listen to music while running, it would totally take away the essence of why I run, which is to be out there immersed in nature
Most Informative Running Book: none, Jeff Galloway's advice on walk breaks is something I refer to often for my own training and with my sports massage clients
Sporting Role Models: anyone who is dedicated
Favourite Race / Races : no particular favourite though I do prefer orienteering races
Best training tip for other harriers : Having a goal is a good motivator but the main thing for me is to just get out there, enjoy the hills and keep smiling. Good recovery is key - which mostly equates to learning how to rest effectively, use a foam roller and have regular sports massage.
2013 Running Goals: sub 50min 10k (currently I'm around 58mins and haven't yet done a 10k race)
Comfiest Running Shoes: INOV8 X-Talon 212's
Favourite Night Out : spending time with friends
Top Tipple: home brewed blackberry vodka, or port
Pre-race breakfast : muesli or porridge and a banana
Race you would like to see brought back : n/a as I don't know what's no longer around!
Evening before race meal : whatever is being cooked
What about your music choices if they were played over a PA system within a mile of a race that you are struggling to finish. I agree would never run with headphones on the fells and they are a pet hate of mine in races and park runs.
ReplyDeleteI have no idea what music I would associate with running, it's not something I've really ever thought about!
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