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Ever since she got 50% off a
pair of trainers at Sweatshop,
my life has been a misery.
GOODLUCK!
On May 10th 2015 Hackney will close its roads
to cars and open them to thousands of runners
for Vitality Run Hackney Half Marathon. Now
in its second year it is already one of the top
ten half marathons in the country, and this
year is set to be bigger and better than ever!
For all the latest race day information check
runhackney.com and follow us on Facebook
and Twitter. We’d love to see your photos
on the day and hear about your pre-race
preparation, and we’ll be with you every step
of the way! #RunHackney
With your training done, race day is right
around the corner and everything you need is
here! Please get in touch if there’s anything
else that we can help you with, and put to rest
any of those pre-race niggles.
Runhackney.com
0845 304 5443
Runhackney@go2events.org.uk
Facebook.com/RunHackney
Twitter.com/RunHackney
WELCOME TO VITALITY RUN
HACKNEY HALF MARATHON 2015
On behalf of Vitality, I’d like to welcome you to
one of our eight Vitality Run Series events. As
sponsors we’re proud to be involved in a sport
that brings together people of all ages and
abilities, whether raising money for a good
cause or simply for the personal challenge of
completing the course.
This series of events aligns perfectly with our
core purpose which is to help people get healthier
and to enhance and protect their lives. Vitality
does this by promoting the benefits of leading
a healthy and active lifestyle, incentivising and
rewarding those that do so. We call this sharedvalue - which means we help our members,
which in turn supports our business and means
together we can make a positive impact on the
health of our nation.
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you for being healthy | vitality.co.uk
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Good luck to all taking part in the Vitality Run
Hackney Half Marathon.
Nicholas Read
Director of Vitality
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HACKNEY WELCOMES YOU!
Welcome to the second Vitality Run Hackney
Half Marathon. We’re delighted to again be
working in partnership with GO2 to celebrate
our borough and encourage local people to take
part in physical activity, whatever their ability.
We’re crossing our fingers for some great
running conditions so that you can enjoy
everything this fantastic route has to offer.
Last year’s run was held later in the year and
as any returning runners will know, the heat
was intense, so we’re hoping that by having
the event earlier in the year and changing the
course slightly, we’ll make it an even more
enjoyable event.
A WEEKEND OF RUNNING
Race day is just one element of Vitality Run
Hackney; the weekend kicks off on Saturday
9th May, with 2,000 local people taking part in
a free 5K run around Hackney Marshes, while
over 1,000 primary school pupils have been
taking part in the Schools’ Challenge, which
sees them run a mile a week to complete 12
miles before race day. On race day they’ll be
completing their final 1.1 mile run on the finish
straight at the Marshes, so if you see any of our
junior runners, be sure to give them a cheer.
On behalf of everyone at Hackney Council, I’d
like to wish you all the best of luck - I’ll see you
on the starting line!
CARNIVAL LIKE ATMOSPHERE
One of the best things about the first Vitality
Run Hackney was seeing the whole community
throw themselves into the event; there was a
carnival-like atmosphere across the entire
borough, as residents lined the streets to cheer
on the runners.
As a local resident and councillor, I was
proud to run past some of Hackney’s iconic
landmarks and people are still telling me how
much they enjoyed having a half marathon on
their doorstep.
laureus.com/run
foundation@laureus.com
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time to get to the start.
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section, and when it is safe and feasible to do so. Runners predicted
to finish after the cut off time, of 3 ½ hours, will be asked to move
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HOW TO GET THERE
There will be thousands of runners and spectators heading to Hackney Marshes for the Vitality
Run Hackney Half Marathon. We recommend that you get there at least an hour before the
race starts to drop your bag off and get settled. Don’t break a sweat before the race has even
started – please allow plenty of time to get to the start!
Remember, in order to keep roads clear for the main event, there will be a number of road
closures and diversions in place from 7.00am. Please factor these into your travel plans and note
that travel details are subject to change, please visit runhackney.com for the latest information.
BY RAIL/TUBE
Stratford Station: Central & Jubilee Lines,
DLR & National Rail (25 minute walk to the
Race Village through Queen Elizabeth Olympic
Park).
CYCLING
If you are planning to cycle, there will be
Bike Parking facilities available in the Race
Village (located at the southern end of
Hackney Marshes).
Please note: Due to planned engineering
works, the Jubilee Line will be suspended
between Waterloo and Wembley Park, and
there will be a reduced service operating
between Waterloo and Stratford.
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The Bike Parking facility is using
triathlon bike racking.
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To secure your bike to the rack you need
to lift the bike up and position the front
part of the saddle over the metal bar.
Leyton Station: Central Line
(15 minute walk to the Race Village).
There will be signs and Marshals wearing
bright orange t-shirts to guide you from
Stratford and Leyton stations to the Race
Village on Hackney Marshes.
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To secure your bike please use a cable
or chain lock.
Please note bikes will be left at the
owner’s risk.
Nearby Overground Stations include
Homerton and Hackney Wick, and whilst
arrivals on a Sunday do not begin until after
9.00am these stations are conveniently
located for westerly journeys post-event.
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BY BUS
A number of diverted buses will be stopping
at Lea Bridge Road (15 minute walk to the
Race Village) and Eastway/Ruckholt Road
(10 minute walk to the Race Village).
PARKING
Westfield Stratford City: 2500 spaces
available in car park A & B charged at a flat
rate of £9 for the day (25mins walk to the
Race Village).
Bus service stopping at Lea Bridge Road
ROAD CLOSURES
Roads will be closed at 7:00am. Roads will
be reopened as runners complete each
section of the route and when it is safe and
feasible to do so. Please visit runhackney.com
for further traffic and access information.
NO. 30
Portman Street / Selfridges
to Hackney Wick
NO. 48
London Bridge Station to
Walthamstow Bus Station
NO. 55
Lea Bridge Road / Bakers
Arms to Oxford Circus
NO. 56
Whipps Cross Roundabout to
St Bartholomew’s Hospital
NO. 236 Finsbury Park Interchange
to Hackney Wick
Bus service stopping at
Eastway/Ruckholt Road
NO. 26
Waterloo Station / Waterloo Road to St Mary Of Eton Church
For further information please visit
www.tfl.gov.uk/
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This is a fast, flat half marathon route that shows off Hackney
and its many green spaces as well as the iconic Queen Elizabeth
Olympic Park.
MILES
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The race starts at the southern end of Hackney Marshes and heads
west along Homerton High Street, onto Lower Clapton Road and around
Hackney Downs before making its way into Hackney Central and past
the famous Hackney Empire.
5–7
The route then continues west along Graham Road and along
Queensbridge Road into Haggerston, running past Stonebridge
Gardens before heading east past Haggerston Park and the buzzy
Broadway Market and on past London Fields.
7–9
Now over halfway, the run heads east along Victoria Park Road, running
alongside the fantastic green spaces of Victoria Park and Well Street
Common. The route then swings around the north east corner of
the park and heads down Cadogan Terrace, dipping into the London
Borough of Tower Hamlets.
9–12
Runners will then head underneath the A12 and towards Hackney Wick,
following in the footsteps of legends through the iconic Queen Elizabeth
Olympic Park - almost in touching distance of the Olympic Stadium,
Lee Valley VeloPark and Copperbox Arena following a 2 mile loop of
the park.
12 & 13
The final mile runs past Mabley Green and back to the roar of the
crowds to the finish line on Hackney Marshes, completing the Vitality
Run Hackney Half Marathon 2015!
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Race Number
Your race number is individual to you, and
cannot be resold or transferred. Please fill in
the emergency details on the reverse of your
number and remember to bring safety pins to
secure your number to your t-shirt.
Timing Chip
Attached to the back of your race number is
the chip that accurately measures your time.
Please do not bend or fold the chip, without
this we will be unable to track your time.
Race Results
Results will be posted on the Vitality Run
Hackney website straight after the race, if you
entered a mobile number when you registered
you will also receive a text with your official
race time when you finish.
Baggage Drop
The bag drop is located in the Race Village.
At the bottom of your race number is your
baggage label, make sure it’s attached to your
bag before dropping it off.
Changing Facilities
Both male and female changing facilities
are located in the Race Village.
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Timing Pens
There will be a number of timing pens, clearly
signed with expected finish times. Please join
the pen that is most relevant to you, to be
amongst runners of a similar pace.
Waste Etiquette
Please dispose of your water bottles in the
dedicated bins located after each drinks
station. This will prevent people tripping
over discarded bottles on the floor.
Pacers
Pacers as provided by Victoria Park Harriers
and Tower Hamlets Athletic Club, will be
running with each section to help runners hit
their target times: 1:30, 1:45, 2:00, 2:15 and
2:30. They will be wearing pacer vests and
pacer flags and will be located at the front of
their allocated timing pen.
Toilets
There will be toilet facilities along the course
at each of the drinks stations as well as in the
Race Village.
Mile Markers
Each mile will be clearly marked.
Water Stations
There will be five water stations, 2.5 miles, 5
miles, 7.5 miles, 10 miles and 12 miles. Water
will be provided in 330ml sport cap bottles.
Please take one bottle at a time, be mindful
of other runners when disposing of your bottle
and if you are not planning to take water please
move to the opposite side of the road to allow
other runners through.
Energy Drink
An energy drink will be available
just before the 9 mile mark.
Photography
Official photographers will be positioned along
the route and at the finish line to catch your
moment of glory! You will be sent an email with
a link to your photos and a site to purchase
them from in the days after the race.
Marshals
Volunteer Marshals, wearing bright orange
t-shirts, will be positioned at regular intervals
along the route and at key junctions and
turning points.
First Aid
The medical centre is located within the Race
Village. Professional medical staff will be available
around the Race Village, as well as on the course.
Medical staff will be located at each of the drinks
stations, should a runner face difficulty.
Headphones
We advise runners against using headphones
to ensure any medical alerts or Marshals’
instructions can be heard.
Slow Runners
Vitality Run Hackney has priority over the
roads for 3½ hours. Runners predicted to
finish after this time will be asked to move
onto the pavement if they wish to continue.
Sports Massage
A free treatment service provided by FIX will be
available in the Race Village before and after
the race. The team will be on hand to offer a
variety of advice and treatments to help relieve
tired and aching muscles. This is available on
a first come, first served basis.
Taping
A Taping service provided by FIX will available
before the race for a small charge of £5.
UKA Measured
The course is measured and certified as
accurate to 13.1 miles UKA standard.
We advise that you do not run if you are
unwell, have an injury or are not comfortable
running at least 8 miles.
In the event of an emergency, runners will be
asked to move to the left side of the road to allow
access for an emergency vehicle, please follow
instructions given by the Course Marshals.
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VITALITY RUN
HACKNEY 5K
SUBSCRIPTION
Vitality Run Hackney 5k is the first event
to kick off race weekend! Taking place on
Saturday 9th May at 3:00 pm, this is a 5k run
around Hackney Marshes.
The 5k is free to enter and is a fantastic
opportunity for runners looking to take their
first step into running events. The hope of the
5k is to inspire new runners to get involved
and go on to achieve the Vitality Run Hackney
Half Marathon in 2016.
Registration for the 5k has now closed – but to
support the 5k runners please pop down to the
Race Village on Saturday 9th May at 3pm and
give them all a cheer!
SCHOOLS’
CHALLENGE
Kids are part of Vitality Run Hackney too!
As they take on the Vitality Run Hackney
Schools’ Challenge.
1000 primary school children from across
Hackney and neighbouring boroughs have
been working hard to complete the Vitality Run
Hackney Schools’ Challenge.
The pupils will complete a full half marathon
by running a mile a week in the weeks leading
up to race day and running the final mile
of their half marathon challenge with their
teachers on the big day of Vitality Run Hackney
Half Marathon 2015!
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OFFICIAL CHARITY PARTNERS
Cancer Research UK
GOOD LUCK to all those taking part in the 2nd Vitality Run Hackney
Half Marathon. To join the Official Charity on race day then request
your fundraising pack via sportsteam@cancer.org.uk – this includes a
free Cancer Research UK vest so we know who has joined us in beating
cancer sooner!
0300 123 5461
sportsteam@cancer.org.uk
http://www.cancerresearchuk.org/support-us/find-an-event/runhackney-half-marathon-2014
East End Community Foundation
For 25 years East End Community Foundation have been giving grants
to local charities to increase opportunities for people living in London’s
most deprived boroughs, helping to raise educational achievement,
enhance employability and increase social cohesion. Join our team to
help your local community today.
020 7345 4444
info@eastendcf.org
www.eastendcf.org
OFFICIAL RUN SERIES CHARITY PARTNER
Laureus Sport for Good Foundation
The Laureus Sport for Good Foundation uses sport to tackle society’s
most pressing challenges. Support comes in 3 forms; funding, training,
and strategic counsel, to ensure each project provides the opportunities
to promote social change.
We’ve got brilliant ways to get fitter with the
latest innovations, a huge variety of classes,
epic equipment and superb pools. You can
even chill out after your work out in our
relaxing spas and saunas.
To find out more visit virginactive.co.uk
Proud
sponsors of the Vitality Run Series
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020 7514 2762
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Alzheimer’s Society
Make your place in the race count. Join Team
Alzheimer’s Society and help us improve the
lives of people affected by dementia today, and
find a cure for tomorrow.
0845 306 0898
events@alzheimers.org.uk
alzheimers.org.uk/hackneyhalf
Core Arts
Core Arts is an award winning Mental Health
Charity based in Hackney that exists to enrich
the lives of socially excluded people with
severe mental health issues.
Our mission is to promote positive mental
health and wellbeing through creative learning
enabling people to overcome barriers and fulfil
their potential.
Diabetes UK
We are the largest charitable funder of
diabetes research in the UK. More than 700
people a day are diagnosed with diabetes;
that’s one person every 3 minutes learning
they have diabetes. We need your help more
than ever, so please help us find a cure.
Claire - 0345 123 2399
claire.lubbock@diabetes.org.uk
www.diabetes.org.uk/run-hackney
Get Kids Going!
Get Kids Going! gives sports wheelchairs and
sports grants to disabled children so they can
participate in all kinds of disabled sports. The
difference it makes to a disabled child to be
able to play sport is just amazing! Please help
us turn their dreams into reality.
Jane Emmerson – 020 7481 8110
info@getkidsgoing.com
www.getkidsgoing.com
Giuliana - 020 8510 9990
mail@corearts.co.uk
www.corearts.co.uk
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Great Ormond Street Hospital
It’s not too late to join #TeamGOSH and support
the life-saving work of Great Ormond Street
Hospital. Register today and we’ll support you
from start to finish.
0207 239 3164
challenges@gosh.org
gosh.org/run-hackney
Hackney Quest
Hackney Quest is a charity that has supported
and inspired young people and families from
Hackney for 26 years. Through our Positive
Youth Engagement, Mentoring and Peer
Volunteering Programmes, we give young
people a safe, nurturing environment where
they can develop to their full potential.
London’s Air Ambulance
London’s Air Ambulance is the charity that
delivers an advanced trauma team to critically
injured people in London. The service provides
pre-hospital medical care at the scene of the
incident and serves the 10 million people who
live, work and commute within the M25.
Lily Smith - 020 7220 5492
events@londonsairambulance.co.uk
www.londonsairambulance.co.uk
Macmillan Cancer Support
Join Team Macmillan today to help support
people affected by cancer. We’ll give you the
best experience, the biggest cheers, and the
greatest reason to run!
020 7840 7878
running@macmillan.org.uk
www.macmillan.org.uk/get-involved
020 8533 5480
Colette@hackneyquest.org.uk
www.hackneyquest.org.uk
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cadogan terrace MARE STREET
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rothbury road Kingsland road HACKNEY
middleton road
MABLEY GREEN wetlands walk ArcelorMitta
cadog
scriven street HAGGERSTON PARK
HACKNEY MUSEUM HACKNEY EMPIRE marsh
EY CENTRAL DALSTON LANEpembury
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road QUEEN ELIZABET
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MABLEY GREEN
NSPCC
Abuse changes childhoods. But so can we.
Join the NSPCC Run Hackney Half Marathon
team and help us fight for every childhood.
Shelter
Join Team Shelter for just £20. You will receive
the best support programme, including our
comprehensive training guide and access to our
one-to-one personal trainer advice service.
Every mile you run and every penny you raise
will mean that when a child needs us, we’re
there. Together we can rebuild children’s lives
and prevent abuse from ruining any more.
Every 11 minutes a family in Britain faces
homelessness. To help them we need you,
sign up today.
Rachel Anderson – 020 3772 9013
running@nspcc.org.uk
www.nspcc.org.uk/events
Shelter Events Team - 0344 515 1190
running@shelter.org.uk
www.shelter.org.uk/runhackney
Parkinson’s UK
Every hour someone in the UK is told they have
Parkinson’s. As the UK’s Parkinson’s support
and research charity we’re leading the work
to find a cure and we’re closer than ever. Help
us find a cure and improve life for everyone
affected by Parkinson’s.
St Joseph’s Hospice
We are St Joseph’s Hospice. We work in the
heart of Hackney to support people with lifelimiting conditions and terminal illness. Join
our team and help us raise the £7 million we
need to continue helping people live life to the
full, to the very end.
020 7932 1356
events@parkinsons.org.uk
parkinsons.org.uk/runhackney
Anna Lee - 020 8525 3200
fundraising@stjh.org.uk
stjh.org.uk/runhackney
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Stroke Association
Every year there are approximately 152,000
strokes in the UK. That’s one stroke every
three and a half minutes.
Thanks to all our incredible runners for
supporting us in the Vitality Run Hackney
Half Marathon. To be part of our amazing
team contact us today and Together We Can
#conquerstroke
020 7940 1359
events@stroke.org.uk
Stroke.org.uk
UNICEF
Got your own place? Go the distance with Team
Unicef to help provide life-saving supplies to
children caught in emergencies around the
world. Join now and receive a Unicef running top.
020 7375 6080
running@unicef.org.uk
Unicef.org.uk/HackneyHM
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VICTORIA
PARK
HAGGERSTON PARK
HACKNEY MARSHES HACKNEY MUSEUM HACKNEY WICKHACKN
downs park road VICTORIA PARK
SPECTATOR INFORMATION
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LONDON VELOPARK LONDON FIELDS BR
!
Give a boost to achy legs and sweaty brows –
cheer, hand out sweets, wave your banners!
Vitality Run Hackney Half Marathon needs you!
RACE VILLAGE
The Race Village in the southern end of
Hackney Marshes will be open from 7:00am
and is the prime spot for seeing the race
start and finish. Have a drink, a bite to eat
and enjoy the entertainment, whilst the
runners make their way around the 13.1mile
course.
East End Community Foundation would like to say thank you to all our runners
for joining our team. You are helping to make a difference in the lives of local
people and we are so grateful for your support.
If you have your own place and haven’t chosen to fundraise for a charity, it’s not too late
to join #teamEECF. Every penny you raise will be used to support Hackney Giving, a local
giving fund led in partnership by East End Community Foundation and Hackney CVS.
Together we are tackling issues of unemployment and mental illness in Hackney. We give
grants to grassroots organisations to help get local people into work and bring people
together through sports, social activities and the arts.
#RunHackney4Hackney and make a difference in your local community today
Call 020 7345 4444 or visit www.eastendcf.org to find out more
HACKNEY GIVING WARMLY THANKS OUR BUSINESS PATRONS AND SUPPORTERS
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East End Community Foundation is a registered charity in England and Wales (1147789)
RACE START 9.00AM
The race will start at 9:00am in Hackney
Marshes. The first runners are expected
back just after 10:00am with the majority
of runners crossing the finish line between
11:00am and 11.30am.
FOOD & DRINK STALLS
A number of stalls selling refreshments will
be available to keep your energy levels up
while your friends and family are running.
PLAY BUS AND BOUNCY CASTLE
The Hackney Play Bus will be coming to
the race village this year - a fun packed
bus that will be offering young children the
opportunity to have fun, be creative and play
safely whilst being cared for by qualified
staff. There will also be a bouncy castle to
entertain numerous little people throughout the duration of the event. Both are free
of charge.
ENTERTAINMENT
Positioned along the route and in the race
village will be some fantastic live East End
entertainment to energise the runners and
keep spirits high for all involved.
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MASSAGE
While the runners are out on course, why
not treat yourself to a massage (available
between 9:00am-10:00am in the Race
Village). This is a paid service provided by FIX,
£10 for 10 minutes & £20 for 20 minutes.
INFORMATION POINTS
We have roaming information points; look
out for the Marshals in the Race Village
wearing bright green t-shirts. They are able
to help you with any questions and provide
directions.
SPECTATOR POINTS
Hackney Marshes is the best place to get a
good view of the start of the race, and the
finishing straight when the runners return.
There’s also plenty of room in the green
spaces that feature alongside the route:
• Hackney Downs/Downs
Park Road (Water Station 1)
• Mare Street (Water Station 2)
• Broadway Market (Water Station 3)
• Well Street Common (Energy Drink Station)
• Hackney Wick (Water Station 4)
• Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park
(Water Station 5)
MEETING POINTS
There will be coloured flags (orange, blue
and green) indicating 3 different meeting
points within the race village. It will be
particularly busy after the race so it’s a good
idea to have a meeting point planned.
EXPLORE HACKNEY
If you’re new to Hackney, why not discover
why it has so much to shout about. There’s
the hipster café culture, plenty of green
spaces and tons of activities going on!
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DISCOVER HACKNEY
Vitality Run Hackney Half Marathon celebrates the London Borough of Hackney.
At the heart of this vibrant community and reaching beyond the half marathon
route are 56 parks, gardens and open spaces. Home to an active community and
packed with facilities that inspire you to just get out there and have-a-go!
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On ear controls and
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Sunday league football’s spiritual
home, Hackney Marshes, and London
Fields are just two of the top outdoor
spaces in Hackney to have a kick
about.
London Fields Lido is a 50 metre
heated outdoor pool which is generally
open whatever the weather.
Floodlit tennis and basketball courts
at Hackney Downs, in Lower Clapton,
also home to a bike polo club.
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Astro-turf sports pitch and BMX cycle
track at Haggerston Park.
The north part of the Queen Elizabeth
Olympic Park sits in Hackney and is
home to the Copper Box and Timber
Lodge community, as well as acres of
beautiful parkland for all to enjoy for
free.
While in a picturesque corner of Stoke
Newington, the West Reservoir Centre
provides the opportunity to take part
in sailing and kayaking.
Skate Park, table-tennis and multiuse games areas at Clissold Park and
London Fields.
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PREP FOR RACE DAY
Q
We each have our own motivation to run, whether it is beating your last PB, getting fit, losing
some weight, or simply the escape you find when running. It all requires an inner drive and
determination. Here are 10 tips to help you prepare for race day:
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In the lead up to race day it’s easy for
your mind to play tricks on you – trust in
the training plan you are working to and
resist the urge to over train.
6.
Make sure you know your kit – don’t try
anything new on the day of the race.
7.
Try to increase the amount of good
quality carbohydrates you eat – they
should make up 60-70% of your daily
calorie intake.
On the morning of the race allow plenty
of time to get to the start! And plan to
be at the Race Village at least an hour
before the race starts.
8.
On race day, stick to your normal
running pace – it’s easy to get caught up
with other runners.
Taper your training, in the days leading
up to the race, cut training volume by 5060% and divide what is left between high 9.
intensity work and recovery.
Drink water little and often the week
before the race, but start the race well
hydrated.
The night before make sure you have:
race number, safety pins, a drink and
snack, change of clothes packed and
you’re ready to go.
PICK UP A RUN
HACKNEY HOODIE
We have a range of high quality clothing to
purchase online at runhackney.com and
available on race day in the Race Village.
Why not buy a hoodie or a t-shirt as a fabulous
reminder of your race day achievement!
Don’t be afraid to harness the support of
the crowd – a timely cheer may be just
what you need.
10. When you finish, keep walking, put extra
layers of clothes on and eat and drink
something as soon as you can. Finally,
enjoy the sense of satisfaction that
comes with completing a half marathon!
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HOODIES
SOUVENIR
T-SHIRTS
TECHNICAL
T-SHIRTS
£35 £10 £20
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RUNNING FUEL AND HYDRATION
Sharing his Top Tips for staying hydrated and fuelled on race day is Martin Yelling. Martin is an
experienced coach, working with people of all abilities and aspirations - from first time finishers,
PB hunters to aspiring champions! He studied Sports Science and has a PhD in physical activity
participation. A former international runner, Martin is also a national champion duathlete and
Ironman triathlete, so you’re in safe hands!
The Screen @ Southern Terrace – Westfield London
The Two Towers East – Tower Hamlets
Here are Martin’s Top 10 Hydration & Fuelling Tips:
1.Eat a light breakfast: cereal, porridge,
a bagel, banana or toast - 2 hours or
so before the event; this will kick start
your metabolism and supply your body
with energy.
2.Stick to what you know, don’t change
your eating habits on race morning.
3.If it’s particularly warm, take a small
bottle of water with you to sip prior to
the start of the race.
Holland Park Roundabout – Hammersmith & Fulham
Ocean is a boutique media company specialising
in iconic digital screen advertising. We work with
London Boroughs to provide advertising revenues
that help to deliver public services.
4.Thirst is a really good indicator of
hydration - if you are thirsty, then drink!
9. Finish the race at a steady pace
and go for a gentle ‘warm down’ jog
after you have recovered, this should
reduce stiffness in the days after the
race.
5.Adapt your goals to the temperature
of race day. If it’s hot or humid, take it
easy and drink to thirst.
10.Don’t gulp large volumes of fluid
straight after the race, take it steady
and please rehydrate slowly.
“The key with getting your race day fuelling and hydration correct, is to have
practised it in training leading up to the big day. Good Luck everyone!”
Martin Yelling (PhD) Vitality Run Series coaching and training ambassador
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8. Consider using the on-course race
energy drink (just before the 9 mile
mark) or take your own ‘fuel’ with
you.
6.Start the race well hydrated, but be
careful not to drink too much, there’s
no need to glug litres of fluid prior to
the start, trust your body.
Ocean are proud supporters of Run Hackney.
Find out more at
www.oceanoutdoor.com
7. There are 5 water stations on course,
but don’t feel you have to take a
drink at each one, drink to your thirst
throughout the race.
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THANKYOU!
RACE DAY IS ONLY POSSIBLE THANKS TO THE AMAZING HOST OF VOLUNTEERS,
PARTNERS, RESIDENTS, LOCAL BUSINESSES AND ORGANISATIONS WHO PULL OUT
ALL THE STOPS AND GO THE EXTRA MILE TO PUT ON A RACE DAY TO REMEMBER!
RACE DAY IS SUPPORTED AND BROUGHT TO LIFE BY SOME INCREDIBLE
VOLUNTEERS, WHO CHEER ON OUR RUNNERS, MOP THEIR BROW
AND GENERALLY HELP RACE DAY TO RUN LIKE CLOCKWORK!
First of all to our title sponsor Vitality – thank
you for all your support and energy for the
second Vitality Run Hackney Half Marathon.
We would like to give a special thank you
to all volunteers and volunteer groups:
And thank you to the amazing
entertainment as provided by:
East End Community Foundation
Hackney Girlguiding
Clapton Girls Academy
Copthall School
QEOP Park Champions
22 Detachment RRF Army Cadets
East London Advanced Motorcyclists
Team London
London Sport Volunteering
LSE Volunteer Centre
Queen Mary’s University
North East London and Essex
Group of Advanced Motorists
Hub 67 Hackney Wick Community Project
Hackney Dance
Rhythms of the City
Pantonic Steel Band
The Carnabys
Midnight Heat Cheerleaders
MDMD Arts and Sports
Steel Band Music
Dhol2Dhol & Mistry Music
International Gospel Choir
Run Dem Crew DJ
To Hackney Council, whose vision, dedication
and commitment have turned the concept of a
half marathon for Hackney into a very special
running event for London. Thank you for
inspiring individuals, schools and businesses
to get active and celebrate Hackney.
To the many other partners; Virgin Active,
Brooks Running, Ocean, Sweatshop, Plantronics,
FIX, Running Bug, The Telegraph thank you
for all your support in helping to establish
Vitality Run Hackney as one of the great half
marathons in the UK!
And, of course, thank you to all the charity
partners – particularly Cancer Research UK,
East End Community Foundation and Laureus
– we look forward to hearing about the funds
raised and working with you again next year!
If you or one of your friends is interested in
volunteering at Vitality Run Hackney 2016 then
we would love to hear from you:
runhackney@go2events.org.uk
the
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