(23-07-2012, 10:03 AM)Sweder Wrote: Ye Gods, I've just twigged that you're back to Hobart again this year. I'm green with envy, though relieved to have postponed a return until 2013 (that is definitely ON, by the way).
Excellent OM - I've been banking on it. Chris and I are hoping to set some kind of decent benchmark times this year. While neither of us are unhappy with last year's efforts we know we can do much better this time. Chris has put in two solid half marathons recently and is looking good for November.
(23-07-2012, 10:03 AM)Sweder Wrote: You might enjoy the most recent edition of the BBC1 program 'Panorama'. Not sure if you can access the BBC iPlayer feed, but I'm sure you'll find a way, possibly at work.
No they have that locked down tight - you have to hand over some hard-earned to access the Aussie edition of iPlayer, but as it happens that Panorama programme was sold and re-badged (as a lot of Panorama programmes are) to one of the local networks. I didn't see it, but remember the promos for it and thought it seemed interesting, so I might be able to track it down yet.
In any case, I had already planned on using my 100% natural chia/pinole energy balls instead of gels in my marathon attempt (when it finally happens), and I quite agree re hydration. I've run two half marathon races (admittedly in cool conditions) in which I took on no fluid at all and didn't suffer in any way. In fact it helps maintain your rhythm immensely when you're not stopping every few clicks for a drink (and battling the crowds for same). For similar reasons I now prefer to run with the Camelbak in even short (warm weather) races - the added weight is of no consequence compared with not having to force your way across treacherously wet and plastic-cup riddled pathways through the crowd for half a cup of water which then gets knocked from your hand before you can even drink it. Gah!
Golly, I'm sounding like a grumpy old man.
I do like my Camelbak though.
Dry July? No! Why?
