20Apr 2019 by Liz Simpson

Track and field report 16 April

Training
During the High Jump on Tuesday they should've been playing circus music over the Tannoy. Yes, Middlesbrough was the location for the first track and field meeting of the summer. For the men, Stevie Cooper, Ste King, Antony Hamling, Scott Henderson, Tom Day, Dave Fender and myself donned the club colours. Katie Abel flew a lone flag for the ladies. So, back to the High Jump. We had the annoyingly talented Scott not even bothering with a 'fosbury flop'. He just sort of stepped over the bar on his way to victory. A rival competitor had a spectacular 40 metre sprint approach to the bar. Dave asked what the noise was during my take off. It turns out I slap my thigh as I go over - don't ask me…
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18Apr 2019 by Liz Simpson

Thursday 18 April training sessions

Training
Morning Striders, here are tonight's sessions:   Sub 22, led by Tom and Sam are doing mile repeats.     22-25, led by Lucy are doing 200m repeats .     25-27, led by Cat are doing a head torch run at Guisborough woods. Meet on Hutton Village Road at 6.45pm at the latest. Postcode TS14 8ER. Trail shoes advisable but not essential. Any 25-27 members who can’t attend this can join another session at the club. 27-30, led by Caroline are doing 1k repeats x5 jog recovery.     30-33, led by David H are doing meet & retreat.     33+, led by Dave E are doing Indian file. The door will be covered by Janice L and Stella H. It’s tea and coffee night so please stay…
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16Apr 2019 by Liz Simpson

Tuesday 16 April training sessions

Training
Morning Striders, here are tonight's sessions: Sub 22, led by Sam and Tom are doing steps. 22-25, led by Caroline and David are doing decreasing intervals. 25-27, led by Cat are doing Intervals: 6 x 1200m repeats at goal 10k pace. 27-30, led by Suzanne are doing 20s hill sprints x 10 with 1 min jog recovery. 30-33, led by Fiona are doing a longer run with Intervals - 6x 5 mins at 10km pace. 33+, led by Helen are doing a lamppost speed session. The door will be covered by Jenny J and Yvonne S. Finally heads up for 25-27 group - Thursday’s session will be at Guisborough woods/moors top. Meet on Hutton Village Road at 6.45pm at the latest. Follow sat nav to postcode TS14 8ER and you’ll…
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14Apr 2019 by Liz Simpson

Parkrun 13 April report

Run reports
30 Striders attended the barrage parkrun on Saturday - where Amelia Whitehouse put in a superb performance. Having equaled her barrage best a few weeks ago, this time she smashed it by over 30 seconds. I have a sneaky suspicion that this could be a breakthrough year for Amelia, and wouldn't be surprised to see a sub 30 minute time from her by the end of 2019. Andrew Hall had the benefit of some free pacing from a skinny, old, bloke. It must have helped a little as he took a minute and a half off his previous best time. Good stuff Andrew. Jason Pattison and Beverley Harvey also shaved a couple of seconds off previous best times. Sarah Winter was 2nd female finisher. Adam P, Angela C, Antony H,…
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13Apr 2019 by Liz Simpson

NYSD track and field 16 April

Club News
Hi all. On Tuesday 16th it is the first of the NYSD track and field events. Any affiliated member can take part, see the photo for the events that are happening. It is at Middlesbrough track. Please meet Katie and Paul between 6 and 6.15 in the seating areas to let them know what event / events you would like to do. You can do as few or as many as you want Please wear club colours (vests or training tops) For future dates the next one is on the 23rd April. Hope to see some striders there.
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11Apr 2019 by Liz Simpson

Thursday 11 April training sessions

Training
Morning Striders, here are tonight's sessions:  Sub 22, led by Liz are doing fartlek. 22-25, led by Lucy are doing steps at Ropner. 25-27, led by Cat are doing a tempo run: 4 mile out and back, negative split. 27-30, led by Angela are doing a progression run (1.5 mile easy, 1 outside comfort zone, last mile hard effort). 30-33 and 33+ led by Claire B are doing pyramid intervals. Will update with additional session if a coach becomes available. Happy running 🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️
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09Apr 2019 by Liz Simpson

Tuesday 9 April training sessions

Training
Morning Striders, here are tonight's sessions:   Sub 22, led by Paul J are doing 10k tempo run - min pace 7.15 min per mile on faster section.     22-25, led by Liz are doing meet and retreat.     25-27, led by Cat are doing hills: 6x3 min effort with 2 min recovery. 27-30, led by Suzanne are doing 5k Indian file.     30-33, led by Helen are doing hill sprints.     33+, led by Anna are doing a tempo run. The door will be covered by Gail R and Sandra S. It’s tea and coffee night so please stop back for a brew if you can. A few members from 25-27 are bringing their own cups to be more sustainable - why not join them…
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07Apr 2019 by Liz Simpson

Parkrun 6 April report

Run reports
A nice little stat to start with. Following a spate of new memberships, Striders are now the most represented club at the barrage parkrun - overtaking Billingham Marsh House.  We've now got 186 members who have recorded at least one run at the event - and have notched up an impressive 7113 runs in total. Club chairman Andy Johnston put in a shift at a sodden Ropner Park last Tuesday. His training efforts were rewarded with a new pb and a first sub 22 minute time at the barrage. Nice one Andy. Charlton Athletic fan Tom Day ran a quick time to notch another pb, and move himself up to 69 on the top 500 list. Good work Tom. Aaron Atkinson collapsed in a heap after crossing the finishing line.…
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04Apr 2019 by Liz Simpson

Cleveland Way relay

Club News
The Cleveland Way relays are on the 23rd June. It would be great if we could get at least one team together. There are 16 legs which take us from Filey all the way along the Cleveland way to Helmsley where we will (hopefully) get Fish and Chips! The legs are between 6 - 14 km long and people can do more than one. It starts from Filey at 5am in the morning with the aim of getting to Helmsley between 5.30 and 6.30 pm. If you are interested in taking part or want more information than please post below or see Tom Day or Michael Burke at club. People will need to recce the legs before the day so that approximate times are known for all the legs. For…
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04Apr 2019 by Liz Simpson

Thursday 6 April training sessions

Training
Morning Striders here are tonight’s sessions: Sub 22, led by Paul J are doing 800 metre repeats.     22-25, led by Liz are doing a intervals session. 25-27, led by Cat are doing Intervals: 8 x 800m with 2-3min recovery. 27-30, led by Claire are doing out and back negative splits.     30-33, led by Caroline are doing Sprint session (10 x 30secs) with recovery.     33+, led by Gavin are doing a social 5k. The door will be covered by Rachel and Julia. Happy running ?‍♀️?‍♂️ 
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