The first half of #Cph42 was a celebration. The crowd was amazing. Thank you, Copenhagen!

At 19km, a little girl high-fived me and yelled: “I hope you will win!” Now that is the kind of support you dream of, and it gave me a boost.

Only seconds later, I heard her yell the exact same message at another runner. What has the world come to if you cannot trust little girls cheering at marathons? Still, all was good. Steady pace. Onwards.

#running #MastoRunDK #EveryRunHasAPurpose #NikeRunClub

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Around 5km, my colleague Liisa and her fiancé cheered.

At 24km, someone yelled my name – and there was my wife and daughter!! I knew they would come to Copenhagen to support me, but I didn’t expect them this early. What a wonderful surprise. I got a hug, a kiss, and a peeled orange. It was glorious.

At 28km, they were there again. And again at 34km, where they had a peeled banana ready for me (pic is earlier in the thread).

#running #MastoRunDK #EveryRunHasAPurpose #NikeRunClub #Cph42

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Around 30km in, I had to pee. Until now, everything had been smooth sailing, but of course my legs and feet started feeling sore. Still, the execution of my initial race-plan worked A+.

Finally, by the Royal Theater at 33km, there was a toilet. The logistics of getting to it behind a fence were a bit complicated, however, and this took more time than it should have.

Still, I had a good feeling about everything.

#running #MastoRunDK #EveryRunHasAPurpose #NikeRunClub #Cph42

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At around 35km, my stomach began to hurt. Drinking water was a struggle, and energy gels were out of the picture. At some point, I even contemplated “tactical vomiting” to clear my stomach – but I also quickly rejected this horrible idea. For the next kms, I would alternate between #running very slowly and walking. I still knew I would finish, but I was under pressure now.

Things got better. Experience and my mental approach helped me.

#MastoRunDK #EveryRunHasAPurpose #NikeRunClub #Cph42

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At around 40.5km, as I turned the corner to Østerbrogade and the final stage of the race, I regained control and ran the race I wanted to. Tired, yes, but also energized by the crowd and the fact that I was almost there.

With less that 2km left, I knew I could do this; it’s just the distance from home to my local bakery. I steadily picked up pace, visualizing the final strides, knowing now that I would finish #Cph42 strong.

#running #MastoRunDK #EveryRunHasAPurpose #NikeRunClub

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When you turn the last corner of the Copenhagen Marathon, it’s about 0.5km to the finish line. You can see it coming closer, and the support from the crowd is massive.

On the homestretch, I couldn’t help but celebrate. Picking up the pace, cheering the crowd, being completely in control.

This was a victorious, emotional, and almost transcendent moment for me.

Every road I had run had led me here.

#running #MastoRunDK #EveryRunHasAPurpose #NikeRunClub #Cph42

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I finished the Copenhagen Marathon in 4:24:28. This is a new personal record.

This race constitutes a substantial personal victory for me. I had a plan, and I executed it. When I was in trouble, I adapted.

My goal: to cross the starting line ✅
My hope: to enjoy the race and finish ✅
My pipe dream: to beat my personal record (4:38:25) ✅

Today, I feel very good. Proud and grateful. No sore legs. I might even go for a run...

#running #MastoRunDK #EveryRunHasAPurpose #NikeRunClub #Cph42

16/16

Good morning fellow runners, enjoy your day.
This week I try to start running again, seeing how my knee holds out.

#running #trailrunning

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A pond at dawn, with running stats (6.2km 5:48/km 36m6s)

10km avec un peu de dénivelé à j-13 du trail (21km, 5100d+ et 2000 marches) 💚
Et un nouvel adage :
- si tu rates la racine,fais un plouf !😅
Quelqu'un sait combien de protéines dans 10 moustiques ? / New motto of the day: “If you miss the root, just go splash!” 💦 😅 Also... does anyone know how much protein there is in 10 mosquitoes? 🦟
#running #run #runnersofmastodon #trail #trailrunning #trailtraining #nature #forest #photo #photography #sport #green #monday #motivation

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Chemin étroit en forêt avec racines apparentes

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Selfie de moi même en train de courir et de suer

Morning Run

Run: Distance: 6.6km, Elevation Gain: 17m, Moving Time: 00:37:37, Pace: 5:40/km, Estimated Avg Power: 207.3 (from power meter), Weighted Avg Power: 198

#laufen #running #nevernotrunning

https://strava.com/activities/14453094038

- Rebonjour monsieur, qu'est ce qui vous ferait plaisir en cette fin d'après midi ?
- Mettez moi un petit 10k pour arrondir mon dimanche à 42k.
- Et un 10k qui font 120k pour la semaine. A la semaine prochaine !
#running

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Capture d'écran Gamin connect qui décrit le volume de running sur la semaine

For runners:

Why did you start #running?

I started pretty much by accident - the story's here: https://leroux.ca/the-serendipitous-runner/

TLDR: I was a distance walker, met up with friend who suggested I start running with her, and 19,600KM+ later, here I am.

I've always been fascinated by the stories of how people have started running, and it occurred to me to ask generally here.

#RunnersOfMastodon #ParkRun (boosts okay!)

Today's sunny #sundayRunday in a picture.

#running #trailrunning #slowJogging #sandalRunner

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A tiny pot of pink flowers are sitting in the bottle holder part of my running belt.

Today, I run the Copenhagen Marathon (#Cph42). I've looked forward to this since September.

My goal: to cross the starting line
My hope: to enjoy the race and finish
My pipe dream: to beat my personal record (4:38:25)

I think a new PR is realistic, but all bets are off for the last 10k... I don't fear the marathon, but I do respect it.

I'm runner no. 1624. You can follow along through https://copenhagenmarathon.dk/en/ or the app.

#running #MastoRunDK #EveryRunHasAPurpose #NikeRunClub

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For the nerds, here is (some of) my gear and stuff for #Cph42.

Shoes: Nike Pegasus 41
Watch: Casio F-91W
Headphones: Shockz OpenPro Run
Energy: a High5 gel every 5k (mainly citrus and berry flavored)
Guidance: @coachbennett's Marathon Race guided run in the #NikeRunClub app
Music: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6CFyV5lLYoYQEEnmvGlUuY?si=boCDtVBwTqmyCBmlgZyRGQ - The War on Drugs "Nothing to Find" and "Red Eyes" (both studio and live) are instant boosts of energy :-)

#running #MastoRunDK #EveryRunHasAPurpose

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#Cph42 is of course a good occasion for mentioning that this month, I run to raise awareness and funding for the Danish Mulitple Sclerosis Society and research into the illness.

https://stoet.scleroseforeningen.dk/indsamlinger/aske-loeber-19146-km-for-sclerose-forskning (in Danish, but everyone can donate)

#running #MastoRunDK #EveryRunHasAPurpose #NikeRunClub

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Q: What did it take to get to the starting line of #Cph42?
A: Showing up consistently and a support system.

First, according to the statistics of the #NikeRunClub app, I have covered 546 km in around 55 hours since I started my 18-weeks training plan. I was in fair shape before that.

Second, I have received an insane amount of support, not least from my patient family and from the #running community here. You know who you are. Thank. You. So. Much!!!

#MastoRunDK #EveryRunHasAPurpose

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Here we go.

#Cph42 #running #MastoRunDK #EveryRunHasAPurpose #NikeRunClub

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BOOM!! Copenhagen Marathon done and conquered!

The short story: almost all of the race, I was in full control and executed my plan A+; then I had some kms with stomach issues that obviously slowed me down and they were hard; then I overcame it and finished strong. Overall, I truly enjoyed it, and I am most happy, content, and proud of what I just achieved.

I also set a new PR: 4:26:28.

The longer story comes later.

#Cph42 #running #MastoRunDK #EveryRunHasAPurpose #NikeRunClub

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https://runalyze.com/shared/2iue0x

#laufen #running #shammasandals #runalyze #coros

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Laufen

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VP Wasserwerk

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VP Rheinwiesen

#laufen 25-033 28,6km 2:39h - gemischtes aus #wrint #wochendaemmerung und @tobeonpod.
https://wrint.de/2025/05/09/planeten-pangea-yolo-mit-florian-freistetter/ https://wochendaemmerung.de/neue-regierung-stegner-verfassungsschutz-neuer-papst-rumaenien/ https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/tobeonpod/episodes/Donald-Ducks-Playground-C64-e32ko41/a-abuc5nu

#running #podcast

A glorious day for a gentle 3 🏃🏻 due to heel blister still a thing (protein shake and cake for recovery 😂🍰) love and peace to all 🩵 #Running #runnersofmastodon #runner #Health #Sport #fitness #mentalhealth #mindfulness #silentsunday #Music #may #love #Peace #cake #protein #bbq #athlete #flexibleretirement #earlyretirement #transcendentalmeditation

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Strava run route

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Happy man wif cake and protein shake

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Man in shades 😎

Séance salle du soir, express en 1h ⏩
– 2 km run échauffement (5:23/km)
– 1006 marches – 67 étages
– 8 séries presse à cuisses (14 280 kg)
– 6 km vélo à 90 RPM pour finir

#Running #Trail #PrépaTrail #Salle #CardioRenfo #workout #runnersofmastodon #run #sport #evening #trailrunning

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Selfie a la sortie salle de sport

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Montage de quatre photos résumant une séance de sport en salle. En haut à gauche : tableau EGYM de presse à cuisses avec 8 séries de 20 répétitions entre 88 et 92 kg, totalisant 325 calories brûlées. En haut à droite : écran de tapis de course indiquant 2,19 km en 13 minutes et 161 calories. En bas à droite : écran du vélo affichant un graphique de cadence avec 6 km parcourus. En bas à gauche : écran de stepper montrant 1006 marches montées en 8 minutes 46, soit 67 étages et 112 calories dépensées.

Gelaufen
#running #laufen #TrailRunning #coros #israel

Mein erster Volkslauf in Großbritannien ist zu Ende und es hat richtig Spaß gemacht 🙂
Schöner Veranstaltunsort, perfekte Organisation, tolles Wetter und super Stimmung. So muss das sein 👍👍👍

#runnersofmastodon #London #Battersea #Halbmarathon #laufen #running

2 Bloc de 15 minutes au seuil avec un lièvre (ça aide)
#running
#garmin #beatyesterday

Segment PBs mit K2 im Thule- der Herzogstadtlauf kann kommen

Run: Distance: 18.3km, Elevation Gain: 76m, Moving Time: 01:41:03, Pace: 5:31/km, Estimated Avg Power: 216.3 (from power meter), Weighted Avg Power: 215

#laufen #running #nevernotrunning

https://strava.com/activities/14432521198

T-30 minutes 🥳🤗 | SkyTrail 2025

Getting ready … heart rate increasing 😆🏃🏽🏃🏽🏃🏽

#running #trailrunning

Ran

#running #laufen #trailrunning #coros #corosrunning #israel

"At 87, Paul Youd is on a mission to complete 100 ultramarathons before his 100th birthday"

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I2osuI3RlLU

#running #ultrarunning #vegan

Via https://veganfta.com/2025/05/07/new-documentary-showcases-87-year-old-vegan-ultrarunners-mission-for-animals/

https://runalyze.com/shared/2ipnws

#laufen #running #shammasandals #runalyze #coros

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Messegelände

#laufen 25-032 13,0km 1:05h - power play - die besten pc-spiele '95 der 2. teil.
https://nerdweltenpodcast.com/2025/05/09/folge-193-seite-b-durchgeblaettert-die-besten-pc-spiele-1995/
@Hardy_Nerdwelten

#running #podcast

@rjayasinghe
😱😳 Hier wurde auch wieder die abendliche Kontrolle eingeführt, also v.a. bei den Kindern.. vollkommen überflüssig!

#trailrunning #running