Saturday 26 November 2011

CAH News Week 27th Nov - 3rd Dec 2011

Races
All races as per Athletics NI website.

Club Training
Training as usual this week Monday & Wednesday night meeting at the Sixmile Leisure Centre at 7pm sharp.

Route Monday 28th Nov 2011
Ballynure Road to Henryville; Colinview; Mill Rd up and down; Main Street along Avondale to Grange Valley; Ollardale; Doagh Road; Huntingdale; Highgrove and return to Leisure Centre.

Route Wednesday 30th Nov 2011
Wednesday night's route is the reverse of Monday night, but include Riverdale at the start therefore leaving the Leisure Centre via the back path.

Please wear high visibility clothing and start thinking of possibly wearing hats, gloves etc. Bring a change of clothing and a towel for the end of training. Always run in groups or stay in pairs, but don't leave anyone running alone or isolated be aware of yours and others health & safety, particularly If deviating from the route for whatever reason. If you are wanting a longer/shorter run think sensibly and take a partner.

Speed Work
Thurs night speed work from Avondale please contact Christine if you wish to attend.

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Sunday 20 November 2011

CAH News Week 20th - 26th November 2011

Races
Seeley 10k Saturday 19th November 2012
Congratulations to Russ on his run at the Seeley and to Ruth and Lisa on their PBs, also to Ricky & Irene.

Run In The Dark
Well done to Christine, Ally & Marion for their Run in the Dark 10k.

Well done to Helen C on her park-run.

Best wishes to new member Heather White as she recovers from her broken wrist.

Route Monday 21st Nov 2011
Take Woodside's path out of Leisure Centre and straight down Doagh Road to huntingdale, highgrove, then Rashee Road to Hillmount entrance to Rathmena and up and down Victoria Road, back down Rashee Road to Charles Drive and back to Leisure Centre with option of Riverdale if you wish.

Route Wed 23rd Nov 2011
Back path out of Leisure Centre to Riverdale, Northend, Rashee Road to Victoria Road up and down Victoria Road then to Rathmena, Doagh Road; Ollardale, Grange Valley, Avondale and back to finish at Leisure Centre.

Stay in groups or pairs and support and encourage each other. Dont leave any one isolated.

Speed work
Thursday night speed work please speak to Christine.

Please remember to wear high visibility clothing. With the wetter weather due in the months ahead it is suggested that you bring a change of top and towel etc.

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Tuesday 15 November 2011

Marie Curie Cancer Care


Trek the Great Wall of China

Challenge yourself and raise vital funds for Marie Curie Cancer Care

September 16-24, 2012

Explore the mysteries of the Great Wall of China. Trek the 15th Century Ming Dynasty hardrock wall, before descending on local trails to experience the rural life of people in the Hebei Province.

Essential information:
£299 registration fee (Non refundable)
£3,000 minimum sponsorship
Nine day trip with five days trekking
Trek grading: moderate/tough

What’s included:
Return flights from London Heathrow to Beijing, China
Local transfers
Accommodation
Trek Leader
Doctor
Luggage transfers while trekking
All meals

For more information or to register:
Online at www.mariecurie.org.uk/china
Email us at: events@mariecurie.org.uk
Call us on 08700 340040

Be part of an amazing team and run for Marie Curie Cancer Care at this year’s Belfast Marathon!

Bank holiday Monday 7th May 2012

Whether it’s running, walking, relaying or just for fun you’ll be helping us to provide care and support to people with terminal cancer and other illnesses with every step you take! So join the Daffodil Team and we'll support you every step of the way, from the moment you sign up to the moment you cross the finish line!

The money raised last year provided 3,100 hours of high quality nursing care that Marie Curie Nurses can provide at our Belfast Hospice and to local communities totally free of charge, giving terminally ill patients the choice of dying at home, supported by their families. So get involved this May Day and help us help others!

To join this amazing team in 2012 simply register online at www.belfastcitymarathon.com and name Marie Curie Cancer Care as your chosen charity. We’ll be with you every step of the way and provide support with your training and fundraising. To join the Daffodil Team visit www.mariecurieorg.uk/running or call 08700 340 040.

Ruth Hope
Regional Events Fundraiser
Marie Curie Cancer Care
60 Knock Road
Belfast
BT5 6LQ
Telephone Number -02890 882062
Fax - 02890 882074
ruth.hope@mariecurie.org.uk

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Monday 14 November 2011

CAH News Week 13th - 19th Nov 2011

Training as normal this week meeting at usual time at Sixmile Leisure Centre.

Route Monday 14th Nov 2011
Leave Leisure Centre via B'nure Road to Henryville, the B'nure Rd (ignoring Millvale and Colinview) straight down B'nure Road again onto Mill Road up and down then up Main Street to Avondale; Grange Valley and usual 1 & half laps of Grange Valley; Ollardale and out at the Chapel, Turn left here at Doagh Road for Huntingdale & Highgrove or turn right and go back to finish at Leisure Centre.

Route Wednesday 16th Nov 2011
Leave Leisure Centre via back path to Riverdale then Ballycorr Road turning left towards town centre and sharp right up full length of Rashee Road onto Victoria Road, up & down Victoria Road; Rathmena; Doagh Road, Huntingdale & Highgrove and return Leisure Centre.

Please Run in groups or pairs and be aware of Health & Safety, don't leave anyone running isolated and slow down for them if required. Make sure to wear high visibility clothing.

Speed Work
Thursday night speed work session please speak to Christine.

Races
All up and coming races as per listed on Athletics NI calendar. Park runs continue every Saturday morning.

Other Club News
Christmas dinner balances due to Greg by Wednesday 16th November at the very latest. Please leave your money at Greg's home in an envelope with your name clearly marked if you are not going to be at the club.

Anyone wanting a run to Corrs and back on the next 4 friday mornings please see Greg.


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Sunday 6 November 2011

CAH News Week 7th - 13th Nov 2011

Congratulations
Congratulation to Chris Barrett on his Marathon debut today, 6th November 2011 in New York in a time of 4.01.32, also to Louise Smart on her debut Marathon on 31st October 2011 in a time of 4.09.17.

Training
Training as usual this week meeting at the Leisure Centre at 6:55pm on Monday & Wednesday.

Monday 7th Nov 2011 Route:
Leaving Leisure centre, B'nure Road, Henryville, Millvale, Colinview, Green Road, Mill Road to the Tennis Courts and back, Main Street, Avondale Drive, then one and half laps of Grange Valley, Ollardale, Doagh Road, then your choice of returning to the Leisure Centre or running on to include Huntingdale and or Highgrove and finishing back at the Leisure Centre.

Wednesday 9th Nov 2011 Route:
Leaving the Leisure Centre to Riverdale, Charles Drive, Rashee Road, Rathmena, Doagh Road, Highgrove, Huntindale and finish back at the Leisure Centre.

Please try to stay in groups and if deviating from routes for whatever reason please be aware of your own health & safety and run with someone, don't leave another club member isolated or run in dark areas. Wear high visibility clothing appropriate for winter.

Speed Work
For Thursday night speed work sessions please speak to Christine.

Park Runs & Races
Park runs continue as normal on Saturday mornings. Races as per Athletics NI website including:
Run For Mark in the Dark on Wednesday 16th Nov 2011 at 7.30pm in the Stormont Estate.
Seeley 10k on Saturday 19th Nov 2011 at 2.30pm in Ormeau park.

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