On Sunday 12th May, 10,000 runners will pound the streets of Sheffield for 13 miles. I will be one of those 10,000 people.
I've never run 13 miles in my life. Until last Sunday I'd never run more than 7. I'd planned to be really well prepared and train hard but the weather and injuries made that impossible so I've done the best I can. This week has been a very easy week in terms of exercise. I shouldn't have done such a long run Sunday but needed to know I could run most of the distance. I will go for a walk tomorrow to stop my muscles tightening up and make sure I stay active afterwards on Sunday.
This week I've made sure that I have eaten really healthily partly because I feel like I'm getting a cough but also it will help my body on Sunday and post run recovery. There's been no junk, limited caffeine and lots of fresh food to help my body get in top shape. I also feel like I've lost some weight which is great as it's easier to run when you carry less weight. I've also given up drinking for 30 days which just happens to end on Sunday so I can have a celebratory drink after the run.
I'm running for Safe At Last which is a local charity help young run aways and those at risk f running away or being thrown out of their accommodation. They provide a full range of crisis management services to the most vulnerable people in the Sheffield area. If you can donate any spare cash at all, I would really appreciate it. You can donate here: www.justgiving.com/WiseChoiceNutrition or come down on the day and support me with lots of cheering and shouting.
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