Shoes for marathon training

Yesterday I bought the shoes that I will use for traing to walk for a marathon. I did a bit of research before hand and so I hope that these will not give me blisters. The people at Millets gave me lots of advice and since I am doing a charity walk they even gave me a 10% discount on the shoes (which I have donated to the event).

I also bought some CoolMax socks which are meant to allow your feet to breath (if you plan to train wear nylon socks as these are best).

I did some stretching today and will go for a 3 mile walk tomorrow morning to break in my new shoes. I then have a 3 mile walk on Thursday and then a 4 mile walk on Friday. I will upload some photos of my training shoes tomorrow so you can have a look.

Also check out yesterdays post, I got onto the Cancer Research website:

http://sponsormarathonshinemanchester.blogspot.com/2010/01/let-training-commence.html

ATB

mik

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Remember that you can sponsor me here:

http://www.sponsormetoshine.org/mikdunne

Let the training commence

Thanks to the power of Facebook and Twitter, I have managed to get by blog etc into a small write up on the official Shine website. You can read the full article here:

http://shine.cancerresearchuk.org/your-shine/2010/01/let-the-training-commence/

Thanks

mik

Training for marathon (Shine Manchester 2010) starts in earnest this week

There are now just 12 weeks to go until Shine Manchester 2010, which means that my training starts this week. I am a little bit nervous to tell you the truth, however this will only serve to spur me on to reach my goals.

I have to go choose a pair of suitable walking shoes today. Now that my ankle is better (I sprained it slightly just before Christmas) I feel that I can buy a pair without regretting it later.

I believe there was a meet up at Sports City in Moss Side yesterday for all those taking part in the event, to give them ideas for training and how to raise more donations for the event. 

Speaking of which, I haven't had any for a little while, please feel free to sponsor me here:

http://www.sponsormetoshine.org/mikdunne

and raise money for Cancer Research.

Thanks for reading,

have fun

mik
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First training Session

Today I went for a four mile moderate walk which I did in an hour. I am glad that the snow is now gone in the UK so i can start training properly. As I live in Brighton I walked all the way down to the seafront and then back again. I hope the snow stays away so i can really go for it.


Catch you soon.


mik
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You can sponsor me here:

http://www.sponsormetoshine.org/mikdunne

Follow me on Facebook

Hey you can now follow me on Facebook, I am up to 100 members. Thank to everyone so far who has joined!


You can join the group here by the way: I am walking a marathon Cancer Research Shine Manchester 2010


Look forward to seeing you on there.

You can sponsor me to raise money for Bowel Cancer here:

http://www.sponsormetoshine.org/mikdunne

I have to let you in on a secret

I hope that you are all enjoying the snow, although it is hampering my training efforts. However, I went the physio yesterday to sort out my left ankle, which I sprained just after Christmas. He said that within a couple of weeks with the right treatment, I will be right as rain!

Anyway about that secret. I have received my training pack from Cancer Research, with a training regime for walking a marathon, which you can view here:

http://shine.cancerresearchuk.org/media/CRUK%20pdf%20plans%20STROLLER(1).pdf

I have to admit that I had absolutely no idea what I was getting myself into. There is a lot of training to to do. Which I knew there would be to do, but not that much. I suppose I got taken in by the pretty pictures (see PFD above). I mean don't get me wrong its a great idea for a very worthy cause, I just didn't realise how much prep there would be to do!

However, I'm so looking forward to taking part in the UK's first night time marathon and Manchester will be lit up like never before. There will also be lots of live music and entertainment, with everyone in high spirits.

I am glad that I have cleared the air, as I am now determined to train as hard as I can and raise as much money as possible to support the research that is being carried to beat cancer.

I hope you enjoy your weekend, catch you soon.

mik
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Signing up to Shine

Just thought, if anyone would like to join me in either walking a full or half marathon, you are more than welcome. Please visit http://shine.cancerresearchuk.org/home to sign up.

Cancer Research TV Advert

I know we have all seen it, however I think it is worth posting again.

Half way to my target

Just to let you know, I am now half way to my target (£250), thanks to my friend Anja! Obviously I would like to raise more, however its a great start, long may it continue!

mik
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Shine Manchester 2010 Marathon

Today I would like to tell you about Shine, an event being organised by Cancer Research UK and Shine is a unique night-time walking marathon, and I will be taking part in Shine - to beat bowel cancer. Any money you raise will go towards Shine - to beat bowel cancer.

I did my first bit of exercise today by shovelling some snow off the path at the front of my house. This is the first real exercise that I have done in quite a some time. I am very looking forward to walking 26 miles and in order to do this I have a full exercise regime in place for the months ahead, so I will be fit eough to be able to complete the course!

I would really appreciate it if you can sponsor me just £2 to help me reach my target of £500. I am already upto £236, so nealy have way there!

Donating is simple and secure, please visit https://www.sponsormetoshine.org/mikdunne and the money goes directly to Cancer Research UK.

I really appreciate all the help you can give to support Cancer Research their bid to combat the illness. I look forward to you follwoing my photos and funny stories in the coming months.

ATB

mik
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About Cancer Research UK

Cancer Research UK is the world's leading independent organisation dedicated to cancer research. We support research into all aspects of cancer through the work of more than 4,250 scientists, doctors and nurses. Over the past 10 years alone, thousands of lives have been saved through earlier detection and improved treatments. But, much work remains to be done if we are to achieve our aim of beating cancer. Charity Registration No 1089464