Time: 0700 hrs
Venue: The Playground @ Big Splash
Weather: Fair
Distance: 21km for FM
Agenda: Trial Selection and followed the 5hr30min group. Had a nice ice-breaking session with the rest of the runners who had vast experiences. Weather was good for running and the route was flat and reasonable.
Time: 1930 hrs
Venue: The Playground @ Big Splash
Weather: Cooling
Distance: 21km for FM
Agenda: Second round of trial for those who couldn't make it for the first. I considered it another training for the pace I am going at. Bonus was groups were allowed to go slightly quicker so that they can finish it within the assigned timing.
Time: 0700 hrs
Venue: MacRitchie @ Amenities Centre
Weather: Humid
Distance: 23km for FM
Agenda: Did not attend but feedback from other pacers was the hills were killing and the humidity didn't help. It was base building period so hillwork really helps in pushing and body conditioning. Pacers had a sneak preview of their pacer kit as well.
Date: 10/03/2012
Time: 0700 hrs
Venue: Playground @ Big Splash
Weather: Hot
Distance: 21km for FM
Agenda: Base Training and my first time with trainees. Got to know a few of the trainees and a bit of their running history so as to assess and assist them in their targetted aim for Sundown. A huge turnout and a good ice breaking session between the pacers and trainees.
Time: 2000 hrs
Venue: MacRitchie @ Amenities Centre
Weather: Cooling
Distance: 23km for FM
Agenda: It's the first night run in MacRitchie with the trainee and everyone was excited. It was needless to say sloppy at certain point of the route but this did not stop the trainees from finishing the run. Witness a python along the path which makes the run more adventurous. A good run.
Time: 0700 hrs
Venue: Playground @ Big Splash
Weather: Cloudly
Distance: 26km for FM
Agenda: The skie was not in the brightest colour but that did not stop the runners from proceeding with the run. The mileage increased progressively but no one was complaining. We finished the run in high spirit and had a great rest in the stormy noon.
Time: 1930 hrs
Venue: Playground @ Big Splash
Weather: Cooling
Distance: 28km for FM
Agenda: On water point duty. First lead up run comprising of Sundown trainees and particants signed up for group run. The huge turnout had a fantastic experience at the scenic run around Marina Bay hosting iLightMarinaBay. Midway water points fuelled by Maxifuel was very welcoming too.
Time: 0700 hrs
Venue: SAFRA @ Mount Faber
Weather: Cooling
Distance: 30km for FM
Agenda: Very cooling weather as it rained the previous night. Running loops at Labrador Nature Reserve trains the leg muscles especially when it meant plenty of hill works. Most of us finished at least 6 loops even though the hillwork was tough.
Time: 2000 hrs
Venue: Changi Beach Car Park 1
Weather: Cooling
Distance: 28km for FM
Agenda: It was one of the straightest and demoralising route to run but this helps train the mental which is a key muscle when running a marathon. The Kookaburra runners joined in the training and a bigger crowd made the training less mind wreaking.
Date: 21/04/2012
Time: 0700 hrs
Venue: Playground @ Big Splash
Weather: Raining
Distance: 30km for FM
Agenda: The rain arrived when we made it to 8km mark but everyone continued the run. Thanks to the cooling weather, many runners went stronger and completed a few clicks more. I, on the other hand, did only 14km so I can still compete for my Run350 the following day. The heavy downpour actually brought up the morale of the runners, totally denying the worries of the organizer. Runners might actually go for a full distance if we did not stop them from proceeding further. A great second lead up run!
Time: 2000 hrs
Venue: MacRitchie @ Amenities Centre
Weather: Humid
Distance: 28km for FM
Agenda: Runners came to conquer the MacRitchie route for the last time during this program and we were supposed to hit Mandai Zoo - if we have enough time. Most groups were able to reach the Zoo except mine and the happy group. The humidity level for this night cannot be underestimate.
Time: 0700 hrs
Venue: Playground @ Big Splash
Weather: Hot
Distance: 35km for FM
Agenda: Did not attend the last lead up run due to MR25 Progressive 15km run. This was the longest run before the real thing and the weather was not helping. It was so hot that runners were literally diving into ice for baths.
Time: 1930 hrs
Venue: ECP Carpark C4
Weather: Humid
Distance: 28km for FM
Agenda: It was a humid day definitely but everyone did a strong finish for this run since this will be the last training before runners enter the tappering stage. The humidity level was relatively higher this few weeks but runners were able rehydrate at the various water points. Trainees were issued their running kit and given advise on what to do and what not to on race day and the week prior. Excitement can easily be detected through the air since the training for the real thing will be up in two weeks time.
Date: 20/05/2012
Time: 0700 hrs
Venue: Playground @ Big Splash
Weather: Hot
Distance: 18km for FM
Agenda: In the tappering phase, runners did a final training at optimal pace. It wasn't the usual 28-30km distance but a shorter 18km run. This allows the leg to have adequate rest yet retaining it's running memory.
My overall experience was the organizing committee did a good job in ensuring a good program planned and executed. The fun element was not missed and safety was definitely not compromised. The various committee members did a good job in ensuring their respective job being done, all in the form of passion. The only disappointment for me was not being an official pacer despite the amount of time dedicated into the program but understanding the situation, it was unavoidable. Every team requires a good set of reserves and from my viewpoint, we have a strong pool of reserves. The good part is no doubt the enjoyment of training for the marathon in a fun group with some sponsored privileges. Friendship bonds created between the pacers and trainees through the program was something great as well. Definitely a positive experience.
** The great memories were captured by AC, CK and Min.
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