The Forum of Benfleet Running Club

Graham · #3 Joined: 11 May 2006 Posts: 395

My deferred entry cheque has just been cashed. Yayy!! Unfinished business.

mikemoreton · Posted: Thu Jun 18, 2009 6:23 pm Post subject:

they have taken money off my credit card. DOes that mean I'm in?

Karl C · Posted: Thu Jun 18, 2009 6:54 pm Post subject:

Mike, only if you didn't bequeath.

mikemoreton · Posted: Fri Jun 19, 2009 12:14 am Post subject:

Oh ok. I bequeathed, so can wait

Steffan · #4 Joined: 11 May 2006 Posts: 588 Location: Basildon

My cheque is cashed, 2010 is oooooooooooooooooooonnnn!

Stevie · #3 Joined: 10 May 2006 Posts: 452 Location: Benfleet

Nice one mate, mine hasnt, charity place it is then

Karl C · Posted: Thu Oct 01, 2009 8:07 am Post subject:

Ok, magazines are in the post....are you in ?

Pammie · #3 Joined: 01 Jul 2006 Posts: 385

Yes yes yes Yes yes yes Yes yes yes
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Jez · #2 Joined: 18 Feb 2007 Posts: 291 Location: Eastwood

Got my number, got your number?

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Andy F · #2 Joined: 21 Oct 2006 Posts: 272 Location: Hullbridge

Im in

Lee O · #3 Joined: 30 Aug 2006 Posts: 385 Location: Canvey Island

Yep im in

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Old Vic · Joined: 01 Aug 2008 Posts: 26 Location: Hullbridge

Me too

bobby · #2 Joined: 06 Apr 2008 Posts: 257

Brian and I both not in. Brian intends to appeal but I think am almost relieved.

Tony T · Joined: 30 Oct 2008 Posts: 8

I didn't get in!!!!

mikemoreton · Posted: Thu Oct 01, 2009 5:52 pm Post subject:

I have a nice red jacket now. *phew*

boabmac1 · #1 Joined: 26 Jan 2008 Posts: 131

I'm pleased to see so many getting a place.

Gutted I'm not in!

There's always a bright side:- see you at the expo by the Free London Pride stall!

The Jacket- there is something essentially wrong with a grown man wearing a jacket emblazoned with Virgin!

gmike · #2 Joined: 26 Mar 2008 Posts: 259 Location: Benfleet

Red jacket for me.

Andy Hibbins · Joined: 09 Aug 2008 Posts: 22 Location: Rayleigh

Jacket for me too.

pete the young one · #1 Joined: 05 Mar 2007 Posts: 56 Location: Benfleet

I'm in! woohoo! brighton and london challenge here i come.

Ian J · #2 Joined: 20 May 2006 Posts: 267 Location: Rayleigh

mike s · #1 Joined: 29 Jan 2008 Posts: 37 Location: Rayleigh

whoops that was not ment to happen, did not get a ballot place but was one of the lucky 1000 who got a place via the bequest draw, have a goal and a half now, Brighton and London, any offers for the Brighton place will be considered.

mikey · Posted: Fri Oct 02, 2009 8:06 am Post subject:

I’m in ….

But don’t think I’m going to bother this time

Think I’ll carry it over to 2011

Works better for me then, and will allow me to concentrate on Jogle training in 2010 !!!!

tonibella · #1 Joined: 04 Sep 2006 Posts: 94

I'm in - my first ballot place after 5 years tryinig - bit gutted about not getting the jacket though!

Pete the OLD one · Joined: 06 Feb 2008 Posts: 16 Location: Benfleet

You can have my Jacket if you want Toni. I have been rejected so many times that I could open up my own shop.

JBD · #3 Joined: 15 Sep 2007 Posts: 317

I have a 'magazine for unsuccessful applicants' - they don't even break it to you gently - just Brighton for me then....just as well really.

SIMON G · Joined: 11 Sep 2008 Posts: 23

Another better luck next year magazine for me! Here's to 4th time lucky!! Well done to all that got in successfully.

Lee O · #3 Joined: 30 Aug 2006 Posts: 385 Location: Canvey Island

Like Toni i had 4 knock backs on spin to get in at last, 5th time lucky
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Karl C · Posted: Fri Oct 02, 2009 5:42 pm Post subject:

nope, not me.
Just the one marathon in April then. Brighton here we come !

Morgan · Joined: 03 Oct 2007 Posts: 22 Location: Leigh on Sea

I've joined Butlins as I have a shiney new Red Coat, Doh!

Terry T · #1 Joined: 11 May 2006 Posts: 45 Location: Hockley

And the morale of todays story children is....when you get a deferred entry,make sure you check the bloody date that you have to return it by!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Do you know anybody who's done this recently -I do! :confused5:

Shall have to be an embarrassed spectator next year-but good luck to all that have got in this year.

Gary Pitman · Joined: 05 May 2009 Posts: 10

4th knockback for me. Barcalona and North Dorset marathons for me next year

Steffan · #4 Joined: 11 May 2006 Posts: 588 Location: Basildon

Got my GFA acceptance form (Yaaaay) but they've put my name down as STAFFAN!!!
I thought it was only Mike who got the spelling wrong!

Karl C · Posted: Tue Oct 06, 2009 12:42 pm Post subject:

found this today - may be of help to some :

Evaluate your fitness

If at the moment the only thing that runs is your nose then great! This is your starting point and the marathon finish line is your end point. We all need to start somewhere so find out where your somewhere is! This article will help you - http://www.realbuzz.com/articles/training-for-a-marathon/

Select a training plan

Trying to prepare for a marathon without a training plan is like trying to find a new town, without map. To successfully set off on this journey towards marathon success, you need to follow a structured training plan that is right for your fitness levels. Starting to train now will obviously increase your fitness levels so that when you start your marathon specific training program you will be a lot fitter! I suggest for the remainder of the year you start a 5k or 10k training program. Preparation is the key to success!

http://www.realbuzz.com/shop/category/pdfs/

Get the right gear!

Quite simply to start with you need basic shorts and t-shirt (and for the ladies a fitted sports bra). But as you progress with the training you will undoubtedly want to get clothing that won't chafe, and will suit the season you're training in. For many Summer is now behind us and we are going into a period of cold windy weather. Shorts and a cotton T-shirt will simply make your training harder and uncomfortable!

However, you should really invest in a pair of trainers that suit your running style. There are many running shops which can assess your 'gait' and give advice on the correct shoes. Why don’t you get yourself a Christmas gift early!

This article will help you with more clothing and shoe advice! http://www.realbuzz.com/running-gear/

How much training do I need to do?

Up to a point, the more training you do the better. However it is vital that you allow for rest and recovery too. Your training plan should comprise a careful blend of long runs, recovery sessions, and faster-paced training as you build up your marathon specific endurance. For more information on training plans visit: http://www.realbuzz.com/shop/category/pdfs/

Karl C · Posted: Tue Oct 20, 2009 7:55 am Post subject:

Running Brighton and London now - bring it on !

gmike · #2 Joined: 26 Mar 2008 Posts: 259 Location: Benfleet

... I've had enough of marathons he said ... too much time training he said ... London 09 is my swansong he said

Karl C · Posted: Tue Oct 20, 2009 11:35 pm Post subject:

yes, and you should know by now I talk a load of b+ll+cks!