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RACE GUIDE

COURSE INFORMATION

All you need to know about the Leicester 10K

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LEICESTER

09.09.1810K

EVENT TIMETABLE

WELCOME TO THE ASDA FOUNDATION LEICESTER 10K!

7.00AM

Race office, baggage store and assembly open

8.15AM

Runners to make their way to their assembly zone

8.45AM

Warm up

9.00AM

Race starts

9:40AM

First male finisher expected

9:50AM

First female finisher expected

A very warm welcome to everyone joining us in making a little bit of running history, by taking part in the inaugural Asda Foundation Leicester 10K.

This event presents a great opportunity to run through the streets of this vibrant city and support the work of some excellent charities.

It forms part of the popular Asda Foundation 10K Series, which now includes 10 runs, all renowned for their sense of fun, friendliness and fantastic atmosphere.

They are organised by Run For All and form part of the legacy of the late Jane Tomlinson who, despite being diagnosed with incurable cancer, completed a series of

gruelling endurance challenges to raise £1.85m for charity.

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 – a personal best, a fundraising target or simply to get round – get out there and smash it!

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IMPORTANT RACE INFO

Please do not swap or pass on 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.

If you have any questions, please check our FAQs

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 clearly visible. You will need your number to use the baggage store and to gain access to the assembly zones.

WHAT SHOULD I L K OUT FOR?

1. Leicester AbbeyThe ruins of the 12th century abbey can be seen in Abbey Park, where the 10K starts and finishes. Leicester’s premier park, other attractions include a boating lake, miniature railway and a pets corner.

2. Grand Union Canal The M1 of its day. Stretching for 137 miles, the canal is the result of the amalgamation of a number of waterways, the oldest being the navigations around the River Soar in Leicestershire.

3. King Richard III Visitor Centre Converted from a former school close to where the remains of the last Plantagenet ruler were found, the centre tells the story of his life and death and of the remarkable search for his final resting place.

4. Leicester Cathedral The cathedral houses King Richard III’s tomb, which was designed by architects van Heningen and Haward. The stone chosen for the tomb was quarried in North Yorkshire.

WHAT WILL BE INCLUDED IN MY RACE PACK?

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START/FINISH MAP

EVENT FACILITIES1. Toilets

2. Baggage Store – located in Abbey Park. Please ensure any baggage is dropped in good time to make it to your assembly zone.

3. Race Office – located in Abbey Park and open from 7.00am on Sunday. Please note that if you already have your race number, you do not need to register on the day.

4. Assembly Zone – assembly on Abbey Park will be according to predicted finish time. The areas will be marked from sub 40 through to 1 hour 15 minutes and over.

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 event village.

9. Medal Engraving – find the Asda Foundation in the event village offering FREE medal engraving.

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

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THE COURSE

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Locations of course facilities are approximate. For more details about the course, please visit runforall.com

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECTKM markers will be prominently displayed around the course.

Bottled water – kindly provided by

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.

PACERS AFFILIATIONThe Asda Foundation Leicester 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: 2018-32204.

Sponsored by Up & Running’s Social Run Group (SRG) our team of pacers on the day will be 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 area according to predicted times. Use them to hit your personal targets and be sure to say thanks once you’ve crossed the line!

Join any of the nationwide free SRGs for a weekly 5K, helping you to get the weekly miles in or recover from the weekend’s long run. SRG welcomes runners of all abilities, and sessions are organised so that everyone gets the run they want and no-one gets left behind.

For a run near you Find my local SRG.

*400g pots contains two servings. Protein contributes to the growth and maintenance of muscle mass.

Asda & Arla Protein would just like to say good luck pavement pounders of Leicester!

IT’S TIME TO GO THE EXTRA MILEThe big day has arrived and Arla Protein and ASDA are here to help support you every step of the way and beyond.

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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.

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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.

TRAINING1. 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.

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TOP TIPS

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.

Find 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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SHEFFIELD

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OUR PARTNER CHARITIES

OFFICIAL SUPPORTERS AND MEDIA PARTNERS

The Asda Foundation Leicester 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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