Clapham Common 10k 2011

Parliamentary Running Club Ladies Storm Clapham Common

Well done to the three Parliamentary Running Club ladies (and their guest) who turned out at Clapham Common on 5th June.

A massive congratulations to Florence and Harriet who both completed their first ever race in the 5k, coming a fantastic 49th and 51st out of 115 in 28.11 and 28.12 respectively.

Liz managed a PB in the 10k, in 56.30, and came 276th out of 407 (or 79th out of 170 women).

A good time was had by all in the run and the picnic afterwards, but the biggest reward was the hug from Giant Bee.

Parliamentary Running Club is now available on Fridays!

The Lowdown:

Wow! Tell me more: Friday lunchtime is now the home of PRC interval training (go fast, followed by slow)

Give me an example: 5 sets of 2 minutes fast followed by 2 minutes recovery jog

What's it for?: "Speedwork doesn't just make you run faster. It makes you fitter, increases the range of movements in your joints, makes you more comfortable at all speeds and ultimately will help you to run faster for longer" (Runners' World Complete Guide to Running)

When?: 12.30pm

Where?: Meet in 1 Parliament Street reception, the session will be in or around St. James's Park

How long will I be out?: A maximum of 35 minutes

Will Fridays ever be the same again?: No, they really won't.