This was my first race of the year. A little lung warmer of a 5 mile trail run on the outskirts of Stockport. Recently my running has been getting stronger, which after the ongoing injury, has been fantastic news. I started mid pack and very quickly made my way to the front of the group of ladies, by the first muddy hill I was in second place. My recent hill/strength training had obviously worked and I recovered well. It was truly a mud fest and lots of puddles too. By mile two, I had taken the lead and was running well with a group of men. Unfortunately at mile four (ish!), disaster struck when I tripped over what I think was a rock hidden in the mud. I did the most fantastic face plant and skidded along the mud. Although I partially recovered, the following mile I felt terrible and my legs wouldn't work properly, probably because of the amount of mud I was covered in! I eventually finished 3rd overall lady, which I'm pleased about and I'm still smiling, so it looks like more trail runs for me. Thanks to Belle Vue Racers for a great event. Next time i'll remember to take my fell shoes and not use my ordinary road trainers, school girl error!!
Vic :)
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