Well, the title of this post kinda gives the game away! I’m doing a very happy dance, as I’m in! I secured a place in the Great North Run! Squeeeeeeeeee!
It’s one of those races that I watch on TV every year, and wish I was participating. And this year, I will be!
I think I’m right in saying that the Great North Run is the world’s biggest Half Marathon (correct me, or back me up on this, please!), and this year, the one millionth participant will cross the finish line. Secretly, I’ll be running and pretending that it’s me 😉
It’s on Sunday, 7th September, and since that’s about seven weeks before my first full marathon, I thought it would fit in nicely with my training. I may have to tag on a couple of miles at the end, but that should be ok 😉
Unfortunately, @TheWelshWookie didn’t secure a place 😦 so, I’ll be running myself.
But I can’t help but be excited!
For anyone who has run it before, any tips?
TartanJogger 
Congrats!
It’s nice to see how a couple of the bloggers I follow have received their confirmation for the race.
It’s been a great day for lots of UK runners today! 🙂
Congrats! I used to always watch this race on tv back when I lived in Ireland/Scotland. It’s definitely one of my bucket list races.
Thanks! It’s gone from bucket list to reality for me this year! 🙂
So pleased you are getting to do something you’ve always wanted to do!
Thanks! I’m surprised I got in, but I’m delighted!
Congrats! I’ve never heard of that race, but it sounds cool!
Thanks! It’s a biggie in the UK 😉
Congrats. Sam over at runliverpool.wordpress.com is also in, well done to you both
Yay, thanks! Off to check out Sam’s blog! 🙂
Congratulations, sounds great!
Thanks! 🙂
Ooh exciting! A great warm up for your marathon and a completely different atmosphere to enjoy. I love big races and this one’s on my bucket list too!
Thanks! I’m looking forward to it already!
Congrats!!! That sounds exciting!
Thanks!
Congrats!! I’ve never heard of it on this side of the pond but it sounds awesome! Btw, when I saw your subject of the post, I was wondering if you were going to a concert. LOL
Lol!! Thanks 🙂
Congratulations. That’s excellent
Thanks! 🙂