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9 October 2006 - A bit worn out

I've spent the last week feeling a bit worn out. The running has been OK, but in the evenings I haven't felt up to much else.

Yesterday was supposed to be the long 18-20 miles day. I managed about 14, and couldn't help but think about Jane Goody's experience in this year's London marathon. Apparently it takes one day to recover from each mile that you run - and this is why the 20 mile run is scheduled three weeks ahead of the event. Next weekend is a 10 mile run. So in summary, I now have no more time in which to do a long run, and will have to 'hope for the best' :)

Yesterday I ran in a regional orienteering race just north of Arundel and then ran 4.5 miles in Hove Park. On a positive note, the 10 miles in the forests felt pretty comfortable.

Last week I managed to get out several times with Nigel and John. Disappointed that Paul bottled our training session on Thursday, but I guess I should give him one more chance :)

Today is a rest day, but tomorrow night it's back out with the Hedgehoppers.

On Wednesday I'm taking part in the filming of Brainiac . The producers want to film some orienteering, but I have also agreed to play football. Both activities as a precursor to blowing up a caravan packed with explosives. The event is on army land near Nutley in East Sussex. I will of course take photos and report back in due course..