Trail Running @ Delamere
05/04/12
Nearly one year on and the Spartans have grown to 45 members.
We are a group of like minded people who enjoy a casual beasting of the trails, specifically Delamere Forest and surrounding areas - we don't run on r**ds unless we have to.
Delamere Spartans is in its infancy, but now a reality. With your support, we will become a household name!
Don't be put off by our Spartan bravado. We aim to unite people of varying ability. As the pace will naturally vary we will regroup as necessary to make sure nobody gets left behind.
It's the members who make any club what it is, so don't be shy and join us FOR THE SAKE OF SPARTA!
Manifesto
Our aim is to meet up once a week for an evening run. After the run we like to have a beer and a chat.
Our events are not races. They're a means of getting people together and hopefully all improving our running and having a good time.
We are in it for the fun, friendship and fitness (in that order). We are non-exclusive, anyone is welcome and we're definitely not as hardcore as our name suggests!
Pace will vary. We spread out a bit but regroup as necessary and with a little co-operation, no-one gets left behind.
Plan is that occasionally we will convince people who know more about this kind of thing than we do to come and give advice.
Egos should be left at home but we will obviously have some cool t-shirts very soon.
If you would like to join us, get in touch.
Persian cowards will be dealt with!
The manifesto is ever-changing...
Blog
Read about Spartan stuff here
Brain food
HONORARY SPARTANS
Marc Laithwaite - The Endurance Coach
An evening talk: Wednesday 25th April 2012
Marc is the head coach of the North West Triathlon Academy and is one of the leading experts in endurance sports science. He’s also the man behind the Lakeland 50 and 100 so the ideal person to talk to if you have any questions about those races. Read more here and find out how to book tickets to his evening talk. Non-Spartans welcome!
Next meet up...
FOR THE SAKE OF SPARTA!
After the success of our first meet ups the consenus was to make it a weekly event!
NOW EVERY TUESDAY!!!
Our loops are generally approx 7-10 miles with a meet up point in the forest allowing for those wishing to do 3-5 miles or late arrivers.
NB Full details will NOT be posted here. Join the forum!
How to join US
Register for the forum. Your membership has to be approved manually (you will get an email - check your junkmail!).
Once approved, please introduce yourself on the appropriate thread. We're a friendly bunch, so just say 'hi'.
Please email us if your acceptance doesn't happen!
Disclaimer
All Spartans run at their own risk. The organising club and its members will not be held liable for any loss, accident, illness or injury, before, during or resulting from the event or from advice given on the website. By joining the forum or attending an event you agree to these terms. You will be asked to sign the Spartan register. You must be over 18 to attend an event. If you do not agree to these terms, please leave this website.
Events
Races we'll probably attend...
`Tough Guy Nettle Warrior
July 31st 2011
Bug Runs 'Midweek Madness' - 10k trail run
Wednesday 17th August 2011
Hellrunner (Hell Up North)
September 10th 2011
FAQS
Q: Why do people like to run run run without any specific place to go? It's weird and it hurts.
A: Running releases endorphins, trails inject a little adrenaline and as a combo they relieve stress and make you smile. Fresh air is good for the soul. Meeting people is nice. Soon, 'nice' naturally becomes 'necessity' and so the cycle is complete.
Q: What does it cost
A: Try us for free, then join for just £30 for the whole year.
Q: Will I be fast / fit enough?
A: We recommend that you can currently run 4-5 hilly miles to be able to get round our shorter loop. You don't need to be super fast or super fit but be prepared for the odd hill. Bear in mind that trails are a little harder than roads but the views and fresh air more than make up for it.
You will know us as...
Delamere Spartans
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