8 WEEKS TO GO

• TRAINING PROGRAMS
• TRAINING TIP – RESTING
• SCOTTISH HALF AND TEAM RELAY ENTRIES FILLING FAST
• GET YOUR GPS TRACKER NOW
• CONFIRM YOUR EMERGENCY DETAILS
• ACCOMMODATION FROM £ 37.50PPS
• BIG FUN RUN
• ASICS 2010 EDINBURGH MARATHON MERCHANDISE
• STORY
• TELL US YOUR STORY

TRAINING PROGRAMMES

TRAINING TIPS – THE STITCH

Ever been out on a run and suddenly had to stop because of pain just below your ribs? If the answer is yes then you’ve probably experienced a stitch. Unfortunately stitch is a common problem for long distance runners, especially marathon runners!

It is commonly caused by eating and drinking a bit too much a bit too close to the start of the race. Thankfully it’s in your power to prevent a stitch from occurring. If you’re tempted to stuff your face & drink as much as possible the morning of the race, DON’T!  Eating too much on the morning of the race will only make you feel heavy and sluggish. Use the few days before the race to ensure you’re well fed and fully hydrated, then on the morning of the race just have a light breakfast.

You do need to take on water and energy during the run but don’t rush it. Drinking a litre of water within the first mile will inevitably result in a stitch. Instead take small sips of drink, and little bites of food, at regular intervals.

If you do get a stitch during the race, try running bent forward for a while, breathing out forcefully as the foot on the same side as the stitch hits the ground. If this doesn’t work you may have to take a short walking break and gently stretch the area. Don’t worry, a stitch doesn’t usually last for long, but it’s still best not to get one in the first place!

For all your specialist running gear go to Run and Become www.runandbecome.com

SCOTTISH HALF AND TEAM RELAY ENTRIES FILLING FAST

Glad to be a part of the great event as the Edinburgh Marathon? Great! How about getting your running friends and running clubs colleagues involved as well in this big day?

Standard entries in the Edinburgh Marathon have reached their entry limit however there are still few places available entries left for the Scottish Half Marathon and the Hairy Haggis Team Relay. Entries are on a first-come, first-served basis so please don’t miss your chance. Click here to enter the Scottish Half Marathon or the Hairy Haggis Team Relay.

GET YOUR GPS TRACKING NOW

Your supporterscan now track your progress in the marathon or team relay in REAL TIME wherever in the world they are, as long as they have an internet connection.  Allow family and friends to track you online, on a dedicated website as you run the 2010 Edinburgh Marathon or Team Relay. Runners themselves can also play back their own race at a later date via the dedicated website.   

The Championchip Tracker x5 is the revolutionary sports GPS device that accurately measures positions up to 4 times per second. Tracker x5 uses the GPRS network to transfer positions, heartbeat and speed in real time to the Championchip network.

• Turns on/off automatically at start/finish: no manual action required by competitor  
• Designed especially for extreme sport conditions   
• Light-weight and waterproof  
• LCD Display with competitor name and start number  
• Wireless communication with heart rate monitors

To view a demo of the Tracker X5 in action please visit http://spectator.sport-track.com/1901 or click on the image above.

There are only a limited number of units still available to hire. To avoid disappointment please visit our marathon shop at www.edinburgh-marathon.co.uk/?Shop to reserve your GPS tracker now. Strictly available on a first-come first-served basis.  

CONFIRM YOUR EMERGENCY CONTACT DETAILS

If you have been lucky enough to get a place in the Marathon, Scottish Half or Hairy Haggis Team Relay we need you to confirm your emergency contact details now. To confirm your emergency contact details please log on to ‘My Details’ at www.edinburgh-marathon.com/?my_details or click here. To log in you will need the email address and the password you created when you entered. After you log in just select the ‘Contact Info’ button at the top of the page.

Through ‘My Details’ you can also update your predicted time, running club and address details.

ACCOMMODATION

If you are looking for accommodation we have partnered with a number of providers throughout the City.  We are holding allocations of rooms within 3 and 4 star hotels convenient to the race start and close to local city centre bus routes that have regular operating services.  Prices start from £37.50 per person sharing. We also have one and two bedroom self-catering apartmentswww.helpthehospices.org.uk/edinburghmarathon sleeping up to 4 guests.  

For those looking to pamper themselves we can offer a Country Retreat in lovely grounds. For accommodation rates and availability visit the Edinburgh Marathon website at www.edinburgh-marathon.com/?accommodation or click here. Alternatively you can contact our Hotel manager Bill Evans directly bill.evans@eventsinpartnership.com

BIG FUN RUN

The Big Fun Runs are great events to introduce your friends and family to running. They are 5km long and staged in scenic parks so are a friendly and safe running environment amongst likeminded people.   With 25 events nationwide there is sure to be local event near you.  Entry is now open so book your place now by visiting  www.bigfunrun.com

ASICS 2010 EDINBURGH MARATHON MERCHANDISE

We have a select range of dual branded ASICS technical running gear for sale fully embroidered with the 2010 Edinburgh Marathon logo. To get more details or to find out more please visit our shop on www.edinburgh-marathon.com/?Shop or click on any of the products below.   You can also purchase your shuttle bus and relay tickets through our shop

ASICS Hermes Polo Shirt (Mens) £19.95	ASICS L/S Shirt (Mens) £21.95	ASICS S/S Shirt (Mens) £19.95	ASICS  Epic L/S ½ Zip top (Mens) £44.95
ASICS Stride L/S ½ zip top (Mens) £29.95	ASICS Dionysos ½ zip field sensor top (M) £39.95	ASICS Shorts (Mens) £19.95	ASICS S/S Shirt (Women's) £19.95
ASICS Electra L/S  ½ Half Zip Top (Women's) £44.95	ASICS Knee Tight (Women's) £23.95	ASICS Athena Field Sensor mesh top (Women's) £34.95	ASICS L/S Shirt (Women's) £21.95

JAMES STORY

Since I ran the Cardiff half marathon in 2006, I had more or less stopped running altogether. I struggled for motivation to put on my running shoes and get out the house for a jog; to me, there seemed little point. It was then that I realised I had to set myself a goal that would give me a fresh attitude. That was in November 2009 when I decided to sign up for the 2010 Edinburgh Marathon.

As a trustee for the Nansato Nursery Trust, founded by my friends Stuart and Paula Glegg, it was easy to choose which charity to run for. I know at firsthand how carefully the charity spends every penny it is given and how successful it has been in providing for the children of Malawi. Since it was founded in 2006, the Nansato Nursery Trust has built four nurseries, which are operating successfully. The charity now employs ten Malawian staff and every year, over 300 pre-school children are educated and fed at the nurseries.

People from my hometown of Banchory have been very supportive in helping my fundraising effort. My target was to raise £1,500 but so far, £2,050 has been donated. Pupils and staff at the school I teach at have also been quick to share words of encouragement with me, which have meant a lot.

This will be my first marathon, and I have set a target of completing the course in under four hours. However, with the wintery weather in Aberdeenshire, where I stay, training for the big day on May 23rd has proven difficult. Now that the snow has finally cleared, I can train without the fear of slipping and breaking my neck!

If you are willing to donate even a couple of pounds, your money will go a long way to making a difference for children in Malawi. To do so, please visit www.justgiving.com/jamestulloch.

TELL US YOUR STORY

Have you a story to tell about why you are running the marathon or scottish half marathon? If so, please tell us about it and we could help you highlight your story in our eNewsletter. The eNewsletter currently goes out to over 40,000 members.  Local newspapers are always wiling to highlight stories and it could help you raise funds for your charity. Click here or email us at adele@gsi-events.com with your story.