Hi all, I thought it would be fun to talk about what running events people have coming up in the final months of the year.
I've got a local 10k race (Wilne 10K) coming up this Sunday. I've bought some new Kinvara 14 to race in, as I think my Triumph 20 are a bit heavy for a race day. I'm not fast but I do enjoy the occasional event. I did this run in 52:41 last year which I was really happy with. If I can be around that again I'll be chuffed, although I feel like I'm a bit slower than I was last year.
My other upcoming event is the Equinox 24 hour event around Belvoir Castle in the UK. It's a 10k lap relay event. Doing it with a buddy and I'm really looking forward to it. It's a beautiful course and the whole event has a great atmosphere. I did 4 laps last year, I'm hoping to slow down a little but do a couple more laps this year. The night time laps are the highlight, as I don't often run in the pitch black with a headtorch.
I have my first 1/2 marathon coming up at the end of the month. My wife got the running bug and pulled me into it after she did her first race (5k). I'm feeling pretty good about it overall and have done a few longer runs (for me) of 8-9 miles so far in training. Next long run is tomorrow morning, hoping to get 100 total running minutes in.
I'm a bigger male, but pretty athletic at 210# body weight, 6'1" height. My biggest worry is how much I sweat and chest chafing. I've been running shirtless to avoid it, but not sure if that's a good idea for a sunny morning trail 1/2. I'm open to any suggestions from my fellow big men!
I'm not quite as heavy as you 86kg (189#), but I get relatively sweaty. My long runs are 90-120min, and half marathon is my preferred distance.
I think the extra weight does increase how much you sweat, but you can't stop it without going slower. I'd recommend a hat, to keep things out of your eyes.
I've never had chafing on my chest, but you could look at wearing a tighter shirt so there's less movement. If then shirt is already tight, try looser. Maybe a singlet could be a good option for you too.