You may have already received an e-mail notification from Bernie Kelly on this topic, but just to remind all that the GCH track sessions for senior athletes continue throughout the winter months in Dangan between 5:45pm and 6:45pm (warm-up commences at 5:30pm) every Wednesday evening.

This session is a continuation of that which was offered throughout the summer and was used so successfully by many club-members as part of their marathon-training program. Matt Lockett has kindly offered to oversee the winter track sessions so you are sure to avail of the best of advice and encouragement. This type of speedwork training is a great addition to a runner's weekly training program and is almost guaranteed to improve your performance in races at all distances.

While the conditions weren't ideal last Wednesday night (my Lord, it was wet!), there were still 10 people out running (and desperately trying to avoid the puddles that had gathered on the inside lane).

Note - these sessions will cater for all levels of speed and ability as the individual sessions are based off your own 10K race-time and runners can be organised into sub-groups of comparable ability. Normal running gear will suffice for track sessions (no spikes necessary!). The cost of each session is pegged at €5 (to cover lights, track rental, etc.) but the more people who turn up each night, the less it may cost individually over time!