CITY OFLINCOLN

10KRACE

GUIDE

2ND APRIL 2017

All profits from Run For All Ltd go directly to the Jane Tomlinson Appeal. All entrants are encouraged to fundraise for the charity of their choice.

COURSE

INFORMATIONAll you need to know about

Lincoln’s flat and fast route

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WELCOME

WHAT WILL BE INCLUDED IN MY RACE PACK?

Your Race Number

• Don’t worry if your race pack seems a little light. Your race number already has your timing chip attached to it, and there is a tear-off baggage strip at the bottom.

• Please make sure it is worn as issued, fixed to the front of your T-shirt or running vest and is clearly visible. You will need your number to use the baggage store and to gain access to the assembly zones.

Please do not swap your race number – we will not know who to contact in an emergency if you do. Any runners doing so will be disqualified.

Make sure you write your name, emergency contact details and any medical information – including medication you may be taking – on the back of the number. If you have any conditions we need to be aware of, please mark a red cross clearly on the front top right hand corner of your race number.

Before you drop your kit off at the baggage store, please tear off the baggage label from your race number and fix it securely to your bag. Please note that baggage is left at your own risk and the organisers shall not be held liable for loss or damage. The baggage trucks depart at 10.40am prompt.

If you have any questions, please get in touch. It’s one less thing to do on race morning.

Email: info@runforall.com

Thank you for joining us for one of the region’s most popular charity road runs that has really come of age.This year marks the 21st Asda Foundation City of Lincoln 10K and thousands of runners will be on the start line to mark this special occasion.And if you’re looking for excitement, fun, colour, a fantastic atmosphere, great support and an opportunity to run through a beautiful city, you have chosen the perfect event.Enthusiastic crowds will cheer you on as you make your way around the stunning course that takes in Lincoln’s historic landmarks, including the Cathedral and Roman walls.You should also take enormous pride in being part of an event which is expected to raise a huge sum for local charities, big and small!

Many thanks go to the army of volunteers at the drinks stations, out on the course and in the baggage drop-off and pick-up areas who will be working hard to help ensure you have a safe and enjoyable event.Whatever your goal on the day – a personal best, a fundraising target or simply to get round – get out there and smash it! Be Inspired. Be Unbelievable. Be You!

THINGS TO LOOK OUT FOR

9.00AM Race office,

baggage store & assembly open

8.00AM Event car parks open

10.40AMWarm up

10.40AM Baggage store

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11.00AM Race start

1. Volunteers Hardworking and friendly volunteers will be on hand to help you get the most out of the day. Be sure to say thank you!

2. The sights Take in landmarks such as the Cathedral – where Tom Hanks filmed the Da Vinci Code - and the Castle, home to the historic Magna Carta, as you run through the beautiful Lincoln. Why not make a weekend of it? Lincoln is full of attractions and fantastic places to stay. Click here to find out more.

3. Mini & Junior runs The Arena Group Lincoln Mini and Junior Runs are FREE and take place at Yarborough Leisure Centre on Saturday 1st April.

They are a great opportunity for youngsters to enjoy the fun of a mass-participation event. Click here to read more and enter.

4. PB potential It’s a flat and fast course so this could be the race to set a new PB! Last year’s male winner clocked an impressive 30:28, while the fastest female was 34:36!

5. A special atmosphere If you are chasing a PB or simply trying to get round, the fantastic atmosphere generated by the incredibly supportive spectators will inspire you all the way!

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• Please assemble according to the predicted finish time you gave when registering. Your assembly zone is not displayed on your race number. The location of the assembly area on Riseholme Road is shown on the start map overleaf, and will be clearly signed on the day.

• If you are a season ticket holder you will get extra instructions in your race pack.

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1. Toilets – available at the Start in the car park of Yarborough Leisure Centre. Also available at the Finish in Castle Hill car park.

2. Baggage Store – located in Yarborough Leisure Centre car park, before moving to the finish at 10.40am. Location at the finish will be in Castle Hill car park. Please ensure you have dropped any bags off by 10.40am.

3. Race Office – located in Yarborough Leisure Centre car park and open on Saturday between 12.00pm and 3.00pm, and from 9.00am on Sunday. Please note, you do not need to register on the day.

4. Assembly Zone – assembly will be according to predicted finish time. These areas will be marked from sub 40 minutes through to sub 55 minutes. In addition, there will be areas for participants that are not sure of their finish time, but consider themselves ‘runners’, ‘joggers’ or ‘walkers’.

5. Event Village – playing host to our wonderful partner charities, and our very own Jane Tomlinson Appeal. For more information on our partner charities, please click here.

6. Massage – available for that all important rub down once you’ve finished.

7. Goody Bags – a goody bag awaits for each finisher, please be sure to only take one.

8. Refuel – with a range of catering options in the Castle grounds.

9. Friends & Family Meeting Point – be sure to agree a place to meet beforehand. Lincoln Castle will be buzzing on the day and is as good a place as any.

Runner Numbers 1 – 5000 to park in Yarborough Leisure Centre grounds, accessible via Breedon Drive.

Runner Numbers 5001+ to park in Sudbrook Drive Play Area, accessible via Riseholme Road and Scopwick Place.

First Aid

Water Station Free Runner Transport –

back to Start area and car parks once you’ve finished.

Drop Off Point – located at Lincoln Imp.

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Look out for:

– FREE medal engraving

– A host of FREE family fun activities

All brought to you thanks to the Asda Foundation.

THE COURSE

PACERS

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT

MEET WITH FRIENDS AND FAMILYThe finish area will be very busy and it will be hard to spot friends and family.

Instead, we’d urge you to arrange to meet in the grounds of the castle – just look for our meeting point flags.

KM markers will be prominently displayed around the course.

Bottled water – kindly provided by the Please be considerate of runners behind you and throw empty bottles into the bins provided.

Fixed First Aid stations, with roaming medical provision across the course should you fall into difficulty.

WHAT WE ASK OF YOU PLEASE LISTEN TO THE INSTRUCTIONS OF RACE MARSHALS AND POLICE ON ROUTE.

Most of the route will be traffic-free, although vehicles may at times be using the same road and separated from runners by cones.

IF YOU NEED TO WALK AT ANY POINT, IT’S NOT A PROBLEM.

However, please be considerate to other runners and move to the side of the route, and avoid walking in large groups that may be difficult to overtake.

If you need to drop out, please try to make your way to one of the clearly marked retiree points or a first aid point on route and give your race number to a race marshal. If you need to get to the finish area, we’ll arrange transport for you as soon as possible.

We’ve previously discouraged people from wearing headphones for safety reasons. However, there is now an option that allows you to enjoy your music and still hear everything around you including marshal instructions, emergency vehicles and fellow competitors.

Aftershokz is the official headphone provider of the Asda Foundation City of Lincoln 10K. Aftershokz sit comfortably in front of the ear and use bone conduction to deliver sound through the cheekbones to your inner ear.

Please use the voucher code RFA2017 for £10 off any Aftershokz model – visit www.aftershokz.co.uk for more details.

Look out for our team of pacers on the day, pacing at 5 minute intervals between 40 minutes and 1 hour 15 minutes. They will be wearing backpacks with flags displaying the finish time they are pacing, and will assemble in the correct areas according to predicted times. Use them to hit your personal targets - and be sure to say thanks once you’ve crossed the line!

The Asda Foundation City of Lincoln 10K is licensed under the UK Athletics Road Race/Multi Terrain Rules for Competition and operates in accordance with the licence requirements. UKA Licence No: 2017-27057.

AFFILIATION

£10DISCOUNT

for Asda Foundation Run For All

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The wonderful crowds in Lincoln come out in force, pushing you on when it gets tough. Our partner charities occupy a vibrant series of cheer points across the course, and with bands, street performers and entertainment throughout, you won’t be short of encouragement!

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TOP TIPS1. As race day approaches, make sure you

have trained in the kit you intend to wear so you know it doesn’t chafe or give you blisters. Race day is not the time to break in new shoes!

2. Visualise race day in training: See yourself running a strong race and one where you achieve your personal targets. Being mentally fit will allow your body to perform.

NUTRITION1. Maintain a normal high carbohydrate training diet in the

week up to the race. Whatever your breakfast choice on the morning of the event, try it ahead of your long training runs. You’ll need food that settles well and fuels you.

2. Practice drinking on training runs – hydration is a fine balance. Don’t start the event dehydrated, but ensure you drink through the event according to your thirst. You may not need to drink at every drinks station.

BE PREPARED

Be organised and equipped: Check the weather forecast, and ensure you have the right kit in your bag. Leave plenty of time to get to the start, so you can stay relaxed, calm and focused.

1Find your motivation: Whatever your reason or reasons for running, remind yourself of them regularly and never lose sight of what crossing that finish line means to you.

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JOIN THE CONVERSATIONLet us know how your training’s going, meet your fellow runners and find out the latest news by following us on Twitter @runforall or like our Facebook page Jane Tomlinson’s Run For All.

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The Asda Foundation City of Lincoln 10K is a not-for-profit event with all proceeds after the staging of the event going to charity. You can choose to raise funds for the Jane Tomlinson Appeal, any of our official partner charities or any other charity or good cause which is close to your heart. Click on the partner charity’s logo to find out more and request a fundraising pack.

Good luck from the Run For All team, we hope you have a fantastic day!

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