Week Commencing: 20 APR 26

Choose Day👇

We’ve made it. Nerves and self doubt are normal, but just try not to overthink it. This is a wonderful opportunity that not everyone gets to do and you can take your time to get the job done. There’s no big pressure to go out there and smash an amazing time. If you just run at your easy pace, fuel well (are you happy with your fuelling strategy? We can discuss if need be), then I think you will have a really enjoyable day. It’s just a jog around London right? If you wanted to do your normal Monday classes that is fine, perhaps do 2 rather than 3 would be my advice to give yourself a bit more rest. There’s also scope to do a little 30 mins easy Thursday if you feel it will help keep the legs fresh. You got this Tina!! I believe in you.

Coach Simon🍊

140 POINTS TARGET

139 Points

MONDAY

gym-workout

Tina Treble

30 POINTS

2 classes done!
Perfect. 6 days to go. So exciting. Everytime I leave feedback for one of the London gang (I’ve got 5 running) I get this tinge of excitement run through me. You guys are all going to smash it.

Coach Simon 🍊
20 Points

TUESDAY

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45 Mins Run

14 POINTS

Last run. I can’t do anymore. Today was fine. My legs are tired but nice knowing I can rest until Sunday. Second half of run into a headwind but still got it done.
Awesome work Tina. One of the hardest things about a marathon is being fit and healthy for the start line and I think we’ve achieved that well. Now just to add the finishing touches. Some extra carbs Thursday & Friday may help too.

Coach Simon 🍊
14 Points

WEDNESDAY

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Rest Day

0 POINTS

THURSDAY

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Rest Day

0 POINTS

FRIDAY

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Rest Day

0 POINTS

SATURDAY

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Rest Day

0 POINTS

SUNDAY

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Marathon

105 POINTS

Well I can say I did it and that counts for something. The day didn’t go to plan: It was a long day and a lot just to get to the start. I covered 32 miles. It was hot for me and I struggled with extreme nausea that I just couldn’t shake. Second thing I struggled with was the noise. I have never known anything like it. I know everyone talks about the atmosphere but for me it was too much. The constant screaming in particular. It was relentless and I found it so overwhelming and anxiety provoking. I just gave up on time and decided to enjoy the music, when I could. I also helped out some people along the way. A woman who twisted her ankle, a guy vomiting and woman just sobbing. I also think I realise that long distance is not for me (up to 13 miles is fine) and I don’t really like races. I don’t like the pressure. None of this by the way is meant to sound like excuses for a poor performance just reflections on the day. I want to go back to trails and just enjoying running. Because I do enjoy it! Thank you for your patience and endless support.
Hi Tina. Firstly, really well done. Another marathon ticked off. That’s a fantastic achievement. Sounds like you really helped others to which is very kind. Having been there yesterday I understand everything you have said. It feels like a bit of a circus. A million miles away from the tranquility of the trails. I said coming home to Jacqueline, this is such a contrast to the reasons lots of people run. The peace and quiet, the solitude, the thinking time. It doesn’t represent any of those things. I even went as far as saying imagine going for a nice relaxing 60 min run and having some scream in your face the whole time 🤷‍♂️ I completely get it and it’s important you go away and do what you enjoy and brings you happiness. But please, please, please, do remember that you are a really strong run, a multiple marathoner, an ultra runner, and it’s important you continue to give yourself that self approval going forward and enjoy this great hobby. Look forward to seeing you out running from time to time. All the best. Simon

Coach Simon 🍊
105 Points