Training Log Archive: Garry

Distance as per GPS tracker. Pretty clean run. I knew I had Jeremy 2mins behind so didn't want to stuff up. Still I took it relatively easy for the first few controls, concentrating on accuracy rather than speed. I did have a 15sec error on the way to #8 and didn't cut directly across the open land with the cricket pitch. I was very careful in the tricky sections in the last quarter of the course and hit them all spot on except 14 (1min) & 15 (30 sec). Out of the SA runners only Nic managed to beat me - so technical skills ruled the day :-)

C • good run 3

Course 1 - M21E - Splits

Event: Big 5 Orienteering Week (WRE)
 

Disappointing start to the Big 5 for me. Had a tremendous problem finding control 1 - hidden in a pit! Still I lost my head as I correctly located the nearby boulders then proceeded on a headless chicken search lasting 10+ mins. The heavens opened and I mis-punched CP2, though only found out at the end. I couldn't work up too much enthusiasm in the sodden conditions.

Harder cycle around the N side of Northcliff hill, down to Emmies and around, then down the spruit to Delta park, around and re-trace my route home. Good to be out and a nice swim in the pool after.

Snuck in a run, first with the dogs & the boys on their bikes, then with the boys on their bikes, then finally a last km harder by myself.

Usual cycle over Northcliff hill, down Alberts Farm around Emmies and back. Cut out a 1km route to ensure I'd be back in time to shower before physio appointment.