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We are pleased to announce that the club is now reopen, following the Government's new Guidelines and England Athletics' statement re organised sports events. Runs will continue to be based on groups of 6, socially distanced, with staggered starts. New members are welcome - see our New Members page.
The latest guidance from England Athletics and the Trail Running Association allows for some races to take place, with strict guidelines regarding procedures and numbers, meaning most races remain cancelled. See our diary page for the current situation with official races, as we know it. So long as you and your family are well and symptom-free and you are not in an 'at risk' category then running/cycling/walking, in non-crowded areas, following social-distancing guidelines, is a good way of maintaining both physical and mental well-being. Please be considerate of other people when you are out running.
The committee has developed a risk assessment and guidelines for small-group running on club nights (Tuesdays) and informal Thursday evening runs (6pm-6.30 starts). These guidelines are in accordance with current Government advice and restrictions, also with the England Athletics Recovery Plan. Please make sure you read and follow the guidelines and risk assessment. As there are no changing facilities at the moment, please arrive ready to run.
The committee has developed a risk assessment and guidelines for small-group running on club nights (Tuesdays) and informal Thursday evening runs (6pm-6.30 starts). These guidelines are in accordance with current Government advice and restrictions, also with the England Athletics Recovery Plan. Please make sure you read and follow the guidelines and risk assessment. As there are no changing facilities at the moment, please arrive ready to run.
Cross Country
It was announced this week that the entire 2020-21 cross-country league season has been cancelled, as have the 5/7 mile championships due to take place in November. Decisions regarding Midlands and National Championships, scheduled for January and February have yet to be confirmed.
The ARC women's team is organising its own training/practice events this season, all at Aldridge Airport, on Saturdays November 21, December 19, January 16 and February 20, with staggered starts between 11.00 and 11.30. These events will obviously be dependent upon statutory restrictions and will follow agreed club social distancing protocols. Although organised by the women's team these sessions are open to all club members.
The ARC women's team is organising its own training/practice events this season, all at Aldridge Airport, on Saturdays November 21, December 19, January 16 and February 20, with staggered starts between 11.00 and 11.30. These events will obviously be dependent upon statutory restrictions and will follow agreed club social distancing protocols. Although organised by the women's team these sessions are open to all club members.
This week's Club News:
Congratulations to those who took part in the Leicestershire 10k at Prestwold Hall on Sunday 25th:
Adam Smith (00:34:13, PB), Toby Oury (00:34:35, PB), Liam Harrold (00:35:09, PB), Marcus Nye (00:44:22, PB) and Louise Berry (01:07:42. PB).
Congratulations also to Paul Butler, who celebrated his 60th birthday on Saturday 24th by running a half-marathon, and to Lynda Elmore, who completed the virtual Moscow Half Marathon despite still struggling with the after-effects of COVID-19.
Adam Smith (00:34:13, PB), Toby Oury (00:34:35, PB), Liam Harrold (00:35:09, PB), Marcus Nye (00:44:22, PB) and Louise Berry (01:07:42. PB).
Congratulations also to Paul Butler, who celebrated his 60th birthday on Saturday 24th by running a half-marathon, and to Lynda Elmore, who completed the virtual Moscow Half Marathon despite still struggling with the after-effects of COVID-19.
Winter Handicap
In light of the fact that most races are again being cancelled, we are currently running a Winter Handicap competition. It started on Monday 12th October and runs a week at a time (Monday to Sunday). All you have to do is run a 5k and then enter your time next to your name on an online spreadsheet. You need to enter your 5k time in seconds please (eg 20 minutes 2 seconds would become 1202 seconds). Once all times are in for the week Mark O'Rourke will compile a leaderboard. There is no requirement to submit a time every week, although the intention is to spur members on to keep running! Full rules can be viewed here. We are very grateful to Mark for taking on this job again. To get involved please contact Mark directly or, if you do not have his address, please send him an email via ARCinTouch.
Results from week 2 of the Winter Handicap can be found here. Well done to those who took part, especially to those who topped the tables:
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Top 3, Adjusted times:
1. Henry Simpson (15:37) 2. Lisa Wakeman (15:58) 3. Gemma Archer (16:20) |
Top 3, Absolute times:
1. Dan Williams (18:01) 2. Lisa Wakeman (19:07) 3. Steve Blakemore (19:45) |
2020 in (some) pictures will be built up over the year below: Hover over the main photo and press 'play' to scroll through photos of events so far this year, or click on the thumbnails.
We like to think of ARC as a friendly, supportive club. The video clip below, taken from Cannon Hill Park, on the route of the Birmingham Marathon and Half on October 15 2017 shows us at our best. Some of the supporters had entered one of the races but had to pull out due to injury but instead of moping about it they came and cheered on all those who were running, despite the logistical difficulties of getting there with all the road closures. Well done Sarah Hinkley and crew!
Information for members:
Help us give credit to all who take part in races by letting us know your achievements. Email using this link by Monday lunchtime please.
See the Diary section for races that we know about, either local or that our members have enjoyed in the past. Social events now have their own page here although social events are currently on hold due to the pandemic.
We also have a regular walking group. More details are on our About ARC page. All welcome.
2020 saw the Spring handicap in a different format - a weekly virtual challenge - results here
See the Diary section for races that we know about, either local or that our members have enjoyed in the past. Social events now have their own page here although social events are currently on hold due to the pandemic.
We also have a regular walking group. More details are on our About ARC page. All welcome.
2020 saw the Spring handicap in a different format - a weekly virtual challenge - results here
New Members
If you are new to running or looking to improve we can help & support you all the way. To find out more, check out the About ARC page and the New Members section. We will be announcting new dates for our next Couch to 5k course after current restrictions due to COVID-19 are lifted - click here for details.