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Almost Athletes Venues
Running Groups
This page shows the venue and routes used on Wednesday evenings. We like to provide a wide selection of distances and speeds to ensure all members have an enjoyable run. All of the groups start their run at 7pm. Please aim to be there by 6:50pm so we can make a prompt start. The selection is continuing to grow; the list below is a rough guide, but the actual choices will be explained on the day.
- 7-7.5 minute/mile pace - 7 miles - 55 minute run
- 7.5-8minute/mile pace - 5 miles - 45 minute run
- 8.5-9 minute/mile pace - 5 miles - 55 minute run
- 11 minute/mile pace - 5 miles - 65 minute run
- 11 minute/mile pace - 4 miles - 55 minute run
- A walking group - 3 miles - 60 minute
The recently introduced 4 mile group is proving to be very successful. Ideal if you are new to running or returning after a break and would like to join an 'easy' and supportive group.
The speeds and times are only a very rough guide which is adjusted by the marshalls to ensure everyone is safe and comfortable. All groups have 'regroups' to enable the slower runners to catch up and recover - rest time is typically longer for the slower groups.
The selection of groups running on a particular evening is critically dependent upon the number of marshall volunteers. This particularly applies to the slower groups as the majority of our existing marshalls prefer to run in one of faster groups. The only qualifications are knowing the route and being able to keep up the group you are marshalling. If you are willing to assist please send an e-mail to almostathletes@hotmail.com, or speak to Graham Fletcher or Karen Galpin on a Wednesday, preferably before 7pm!
We hope you will find a group which meets with your approval ... but if not please consider offering to help set one up.
Running Etiquette
Our aim is to ensure that everyone taking part in an organised run has a fun and safe experience. To achieve this we need full cooperation from all of those taking part. Please be considerate and follow these etiquette rules:
- All runners must take personal responsibility for their own safety.
- Keep behind the lead marshal. If they are going too slowly for you please move up to a faster group next time or volunteer to lead a new group.
- Please keep a watchful eye on the runners at the back of your group and kindly ensure that no one is left behind.
- When running in the dark make yourself visible by wearing high viz/reflective clothing.
- Take care when crossing roads and driveways.
- If anyone decides to leave the group before the end of the run they MUST ensure at least one marshall is made aware of their decision.
- Be aware of the weather conditions - dress and hydrate accordingly.
If you are not happy, or maybe you are very happy, with any aspect of our club group runs, please email almostathletes@hotmail.com - we always welcome feedback.
Almost Athletes Venue Survey
Full results of the recent members' survey into most and least favourite running venues can be found by clicking the links below. Thank you to everybody who took part. We will be taking the results (and specific venue logistics) into account when selecting future venues.
Summary of Survey Results Survey Data| Dates | Venue | Directions | Routes | |
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| December 7th onwards | Cheltenham Town Football Club, Whaddon Road, Cheltenham GL52 5NA Please park in the football club car park. http://www.ctfc.com/ |
for map showing start..
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for 3m, 4m and 5m routes
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