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** RIP Ashling **

I don’t know Ashling Murphy but my heart is aching for the loss of a young girl out for a run. So many have been forced to run on their own the last 2 years. We have discovered Trails, Walkways, Beaches, quiet Country Roads and so many new and enjoyable areas to exercise. Ashling Murphy was killed while out for a run.

What happened is sad, sensless, without explanation or reason and all we can do is grieve the loss of a fallen runner. First rule of running, is to come home safely. This poor girl went for a run in daylight on a busy recreational walkway, happy that she was doing the best she could.
To her Family and friends, of which there are so many, I offer my condolonces. To those whose lives she touched may she be forever in your memory.
Words fail me.

Training this evening in Burgess park 730pm sharp, Don't forget to bring a friend 😀

Training this evening in Burgess park from 730pm.

The same child is in both photos.
The only difference is how they're dressed.

As we approach shorter daylight hours, whether you walk, cycle, use public transport or drive be sure to adapt your outfit to improve your ability to be seen.

Also, if you haven't got one in the car already, it's always handy to have a high-vis jacket/vest in the car, and if you can keep a spare, who knows, you may just save someone's life.

A nice read from my old friend pat.

** Confidence **

In response to my own article last week and why numbers have dropped away from running, I’m following up with an article that will hopefully kick-start some into action and return to the running / racing scene.
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Confidence in your own ability is the key to this. It is being realistic with ambition, accepting your own limitations and going out to perform. It is a state of mind, knowing you have the ability to meet the demands of the task in front of you.

We have taken a knock to our collective psyche for a time now, and all we heard was
‘You can’t do this’,
‘You can’t go there’
‘Be careful and avoid people’,
‘No events can take place’.
That was reality and no fault or blame to anyone in charge, but it did serve to undermine our collective confidence and the mood of the Nation suffered.

It is time to start again and get out among the people. Set a goal, do the training and then perform. This is true of each and every one of us from the quickest to the slowest.

Setting a realistic goal is the key, because when you achieve it, you will help your confidence and can then raise the bar for the next goal. ‘I can do this’
That could mean the same distance a little quicker or maybe the same pace over a longer run.
For example:
I have just done 36 for 4 miles can I run sub 35 in 3 months time.
I have run 10 miles in 80 minutes could I hold that pace for a Half Marathon 1.45.
I have very slow jogged a 5k, can I get under 30 mins in 2 months time.

Over confidence and trying for too much too soon can result in failing and that will knock you back even further so be kind to yourself and finish something that can be used as a marker for future progression. Build your confidence again.

Last Sunday I ran in Charleville and got the finishing time I wanted for myself (and Mary). There was the sweet buzz of achievement as I crossed the finish line.
It has increased my confidence that my target, based on long runs of the previous weeks, had transferred into a decent run and now I can set the bar a little higher.
Was it the quickest half-marathon I ever ran? Not by a long margin, but enough to satisfy me based on my age, plus training limitations and lack of competition for the last 19 months.
2021 is almost gone 🙏 but use the tail end of this Year to get going again. This will make 2022 a return to something close to what we once had. Yes some of the social buzz may be gone and will be hard to replace. But running is a solitary sport and we all have to run each race as individuals anyway. ‘One foot in front of the other’

It is time for the ordinary runner to return and take his place at the start line. Each and every one of you has a special place in the running world. You belong there. Be confident, embrace it, smile and enjoy it.
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A famous rallying cry in a different context from many years ago that I love. There is a place for us all in the larger scheme of things.
“Arise Knocknagoshel and take your place among the nations of the earth.”

Have a lovely weekend

Training this evening in Burgess park 730pm.

Hill repeats this evening from 730pm. Meeting at Cornamaddy school.

Training in Burgess park this evening at 730pm, Don't forget to bring a friend.

Congratulations and well done Kevin 👏

As we are in the middle of a heat wave some advice on running in hot conditions.

Drinking

The current advice on drinking is to drink when thirsty and with meals. Our bodies can't store extra fluids and if you drink too much you will only need to go to the toilet more! To make sure you are well hydrated you should check the colour of your urine and it should be the same colour as straw.

On a hot day you should drink 1 - 2 hours before training or racing and then 200 - 300ml just before you start but you should practice doing this so that you become comfortable with it.

Unless you are running for longer than one hour you shouldn't need to drink whilst you run and if it is longer than an hour you should drink when required, which generally means 300 - 500ml per hour.

Heat

It is better to rest on very hot days or run early in the morning or late at night before it gets too hot.

Try to run in the shade and before you start cool the body down by using ice, sponges and water. Key points are the neck and head.

When you have finished you should cool the body down as quickly as possible with water, shade etc.

Choose clothing that is going to keep you cool and reflect the heat as much as possible. Avoid dark clothes and choose lighter options that are made from wicking material.

Training this evening from 730pm, at Burgess park

Training this evening in Burgess park 730pm sharp.

Training this evening will be on the greenway at tullywood, hope to see you on all there.
Old Rail Trail, Tully
Tully, Co. Westmeath
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Training this evening in Burgess park, starting at 730pm.

Training this evening in Burgess park at 730pm sharp,

Tip Tuesday
How to stay motivated......
Join our group.
Group runs not only hold you accountable to train but they can be a ton of fun. The banter shared and friendships made will keep you coming out.
Our running group are designed for all abilities. So why don't you give it a try.
Tuesday and Thursdays 730pm in Burgess park,

Solemates running group

Is a group for anyone and everyone to make training or just general running that bit more enjoyable.
A place where you can fine a running buddy or heaps of running buddies any given day.
Its all about having fun and doing your best without any pressure..