I havent laughed that much in a while so thankyou MARM for making my night...im sorry i stole 1st place but im sure you will claim victory very soon. For the record i couldnt run holding a selfie stick so fair play. Im a new fan! It was great to meet you and hope to see you again soon...where are you running this weekend? 😂 Chris
Great to meet you Chris. The film did you justice, you ran incredibly smoothly!!!! Just out of interest…..where are you next week?? Not for me, just asking for a friend. Bloke called Orlando.
@@Orlando-Coreathis just gets funnier. Orlando, I hope you’re looking at any tips for an event and try and work out the best place to turn up too! Your challenge is to get in next week’s video 😂 … this has all made me laugh too much.
Love this video, we went to Parkrun on the Sunday down at Lanhydrock and we was like “he looks like a Sergio” 😂 cheers for sharing, smashing it mate 🏃♂️🏃♂️👍🏻
I was celebrating when MARM took the lead. However Chris managed to keep up the same speed. In the end Chris tweed did indeed succeed. One second behind...Tim had to concede. But if there is one thing that can definitely be agreed. MARM will win a parkrun....that is more than guaranteed.
God no!!!! 😂 My life is, sadly, infinitely improved sardonic streams of commentary on life, loft conversions, a running. Genuinely, your channel is a gift every time your latest upload lands on my UA-cam feed. I’ve even heard my wife guffaw as she overhears some of your stuff.
I m in exactly this kind of situation. I've managed the win a couple of times, but the most amusing was a 3-lapper where I was in clear second with a guy 30 yards in front of me. He had his headphones on and clearly missed the marshalls shouting at him to turn for the finish funnel after lap 3 and started an entirely unnecessary lap 4. Of course I swooped in shamelessly for the first finisher. Sweet as.
Brilliant this , loved it. Just feels likes Alan Partridge goes running its genius 🤣🤣 great job and stunning running 🏃♂️👊 Half way through your video an advert came up for Orlando …,not the person the place 🤣🤣🤣 - all the best 👍🏻
Nowhere near your speed here…BUT, I happened to break a tape at a 5K in Rockaway Beach NYC in 2022 w/ a 22:59..! Placing is all about who ELSE shows up. So keep at it Marm, even a blind squirrel (like me) finds a nut eventually.
I reckon you'd have a good shot at Sandwell Valley parkrun. First finisher is often 19/20 minutes. Plus you can go for a swim in Swan Pool afterwards 😄👌🏻
@@sarahswims that’s a good shout. My 63 Y/O mother who has never ran was recommended sandwell valley parkrun, I believe she said “oh the man said most of them just walk the whole way around”, so sounds like a sure victory 😂
I finished 2nd at a parkrun this year (Greenfield Valley in N. Wales back in April). I should have been 3rd but the kid that won refused a token. My time was 21:16. BTW You've got no chance of a first finish at Stratford upon Avon even despite the lack of Greenway.
3 mins in and just subscribed, has to be the best intro i have seen for a while. no bullshit just a bloke chatting about shit in the car and a bit of running in the middle
Well done Tim we be honoured to have you with us at king George playing fields in cheltenham I know it’s a bit of a stretch maybe one day when it’s the right time no pressure thow mate
Severn Valley Parkrun. A sub 19 minute would get you first most weeks. Even a sub 20 might get you the win depending on who shows. It is shit to run if it has been raining though. It can get quite muddy.
I spoke with you a couple of months ago at Edgbaston park run and I mentioned Woodgate Valley park run which is 10-15 minutes from Edgbaston. They tend to get about 160 runners and the winning times look encouraging for your pace. You should give it a try.
Haha, never mind about Orlando, Miami, or Florida. It was Mr Tweed who you should have been worrying about. Funnily enough a couple of weeks ago I just wanted a steady run and a win too…. and found the perfect parkrun first time!! Won by 25 secs 😉
Orlando. Is that a sister song to Fernando by ABBA! 😂 So close, yet so far away! That’s on a sign posted at the US Mint. Darn that 1 second. Good luck next time MARM! 😉
Unlucky! I guess Orlando did Oaklands the week before as Cannon Hill was cancelled - he is a Cannon Hill regular. Reckon if you did Oaklands a few times you'd get P1 on one of them. Otherwise may be Brunswick as others have suggested
Ha, lovely stuff. Just tagged Orlando on Insta, as I’ve photographed him at a few running events over the years. I’ve ran all 100+ parkruns across the whole Midlands…a few options might be Brunswick (across the M6 from Walsall - 20mins regularly ‘wins’), or if you head up the A38 to Burton either Rosliston (often mid-18mins) or Battlestead Croft.
This is hysterical, thank you Tim. Next time I go to Oaklands I’ll let you know…actually sod that I won’t, would rather you randomly approach me on my warm up 🤣🤣🤣🤣
ORLANDO!!!!! The power of the internet!! Great to meet you my friend!! Hope you enjoyed the video without too much alarm. Now that we’ve met - a regular update on your PR plans each week would be much appreciated.
I'm sure you mirror many an aspiring first finisher all around the UK! Hilarious video. 😂 I often don't 'like' the video because after yours finishes, another random video starts and I just end up forgetting to go back. Noted, and will do better 😊
I'd say where you're located your best bets would be Brunswick, Sandwell and Woodgate in that order. The guy won Brunswick last week and didn't break 21 minutes-quick course too.
Good job. With age grade at 77.42 % of the world record for your age category you were number one that week crushing Chris Tweed the Badger who was second on 74.56%. PS did you consider crossing the line after 2 laps. That might help (but I still wouldnt be the first finisher as I am usually lapped on 3 lappers).
There's some fast runners on Tamworth.... (not me I'm afraid since surgery) but look out for the Sutton Runners, Badgers, TAC, BRATS, the Birchfield Harriers and a few others close to my chest..... but you're doing awesome too Tim ! ! ! Keep it up ! ! !
Oh how I chuckled Tim! I know Orlando and we have ran a few times together and he has been on my podcast. Oakland is a nice fast one. Which is the next one?
Lovely Stuff MARM. As a PR tourist 2 regularly sub-100 and with a win time > 18:00 Ellesmere Port Sutton Manor Sutton Manor incorporates a huge statue The Dream and if you win I'll start a GoFund page to replace it with a giant MARM face. Sutton Manor - no toilets, no cafe and bit of walk to start weeds out the usual elite with their routines
Love the content mate. Really entertaining 👍🏻 Can I suggest a park run that has a low attendance. It’s a bit far away but you could make a weekend of it. The park run is whinlatter Forrest park run. I believe there less than 100 people do it. Good luck 🤙🏼🏃
My other half had this idea with Frickley Country Parkrun which is close to us in South Yorkshire. He got the P1 token in October 2022 and I got 2nd that day too !! Bit far from you though. Definitely a good ploy is when there is a big race on day after so people either don't do Parkrun or take it easy. Good Luck on your quest 😅
Have you tried Sandwell Valley(West Brom), its not my local only do it visiting the parents but there's only 100/150 people compared to my local in Hove of 500. its about 50/50 mud/concrete. As you've been to IKEA you must be on closing stretch of the loft. Many of us are waiting for pictures !
I cannot agree more with the tip of choosing the vulnerable parkrun venue. I already won two times, both by chance, and not expecting it. One with a time of 23:17 second one with 23:33. I'm not telling you where it was, because I don't want you to flight overseas and increase carbon footprint (but it was in my country, I just went by train/bike)😛
Very good this week Marm, highly amusing and I got to see my name on last weeks results. As others have mentioned Sandwell Valley is worth a look, I bagged a first place there in the summer with a time of 20:00, although it looks like it’s not always that pedestrian. Ps Orlando looks like an Orlando and wears short shorts 😉
@@middleagedrunningman It has a bit of a steep hill when you get towards the grass area. but otherwise is it nice. Perry Hall is flat and is where I do volunteering at the moment. Good luck and good content.
Marm, I have experience in targeting races for podium places. At my usual parkrun, my average position is 3rd and I’ve won it once. It’s an out and back course, so I see everyone in front of me. Be mindful of parkruns because sometimes the results are not what you would expect i.e. there is cheating, but you can’t complain because “it’s not a race!” I’ve also won a 10k. Look for events where there is more than one distance and go for the less popular. Check out the previous years’ results and work out your odds. Do enough and it will happen!
I've got an idea for you that may help, there is a new ParkRun not too far from you called "The Plens", (Desborough, Northamptonshire) it is currently on a break already due to some grounds mantainence, I reckon on about the 3rd or 4th week after it returns could be a good chance for a sneaky victory. You just got to watch out for any of the 10 people that have run it under 19 minutes (there is only 10 of them)
Pick a weekend when the league/ national XC are on, most will be resting or taking it easy for that. Gives you a good chance to be the first finisher (no one wins or looses, parky isn’t a race 😊)
My local park run attracts around 80 runners (on average) and a finish time of 18:45 could comfortably get you the win....only trouble is..going by your accent, you'd have a long ol' drive to get there 😂 I live on the Isle of Sheppey in kent. Well done though, I'd be over the moon with that time
I’ve got no suggestions. I am generally over the moon with a token in the 90s at Arrow Valley! I did come 25th once at Lullingstone in Kent but that’s a bit too far, you need climbing ropes for the hills and it was torrential rain when I went!
Yes, it's a matter of luck and a low attendance parkrun location. I've taken first finisher before, with a time only just under 22 mins. So it's definitely doable!
I havent laughed that much in a while so thankyou MARM for making my night...im sorry i stole 1st place but im sure you will claim victory very soon. For the record i couldnt run holding a selfie stick so fair play. Im a new fan! It was great to meet you and hope to see you again soon...where are you running this weekend? 😂 Chris
Great to meet you Chris. The film did you justice, you ran incredibly smoothly!!!! Just out of interest…..where are you next week?? Not for me, just asking for a friend.
Bloke called Orlando.
😂😂😂@@middleagedrunningman
@@familyplaytime3434@middleagedrunningman
🤣🤣🤣🤣
@@Orlando-Coreathis just gets funnier. Orlando, I hope you’re looking at any tips for an event and try and work out the best place to turn up too! Your challenge is to get in next week’s video 😂 … this has all made me laugh too much.
You looked so smooth my guess is you can go quicker 🎉
I think Orlando might be looking into a restraining order
Already served me.
Lovely running action from Chris there. He really does glide.
Like a youth on an illegal electric scooter.
I love that Chris said ‘did you shout Orlando at me earlier’ 😂😂😂😂 busted!! You were so close, you can do it!!!
Completely and utterly rumbled Christina!!
Love this video, we went to Parkrun on the Sunday down at Lanhydrock and we was like “he looks like a Sergio” 😂 cheers for sharing, smashing it mate 🏃♂️🏃♂️👍🏻
That’s hilarious Rick!! Everyone falls under suspicion of Sergio like appearance.
You're literally the real life version of Alan Partridge 😂
Frightening thought.
I was celebrating when MARM took the lead.
However Chris managed to keep up the same speed.
In the end Chris tweed did indeed succeed.
One second behind...Tim had to concede.
But if there is one thing that can definitely be agreed.
MARM will win a parkrun....that is more than guaranteed.
Thrilled with this ditty Kris.
It’s a beauty!!!
One to read aloud to a slo mo backing.
"Pervert near a phonebox" is an excellent album title
Probably a bit of a 1980s remark these days.
Love to hear a guy who hits that age when so much winds him up! I'm with you buddy
Thanks Andy. I’m irritated about most things.
Shrewsbury junior parkrun on a Sunday.... You have a shot at that title 🎉😂l
Actually made me LOL!!
"Orlando..?" Not him. That was brave wasn't it?"
hahahahha
🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
Stood my ground like a trooper!
Anyone seen Orlando 😂😂 haven’t laughed out loud for ages. Soooo funny
Thanks Ross!!
Sorry, I’m one of those who watch them all but forget to like.
Great as ever. You’ll always be welcome up North. Lyme Park especially is stunning
Cheers John. Got to give north of the wall a try!
God no!!!! 😂
My life is, sadly, infinitely improved sardonic streams of commentary on life, loft conversions, a running.
Genuinely, your channel is a gift every time your latest upload lands on my UA-cam feed.
I’ve even heard my wife guffaw as she overhears some of your stuff.
I’m absolutely made up with that comment Neil.
Thanks mate. Chuffed little skip up the stairs just now.
I m in exactly this kind of situation. I've managed the win a couple of times, but the most amusing was a 3-lapper where I was in clear second with a guy 30 yards in front of me. He had his headphones on and clearly missed the marshalls shouting at him to turn for the finish funnel after lap 3 and started an entirely unnecessary lap 4. Of course I swooped in shamelessly for the first finisher. Sweet as.
Love that sort of behaviour.
My kind of Guy.
(Sorry)
Respect..🏃♂️🏃♂️🏃♂️
Clicked like twice, you're welcome!👍
Thanks twice!
Superb as always Marm…..bloody great run too…..bloody Chris 😂😂👍👏
Bloody bloody bloody Chris!
@ 🤣
Love it 😂Alan Partridge. Does parkrun
Lovely stuff.
Absolutely hilarious 😂😂. Babbs Mill, Holbrooks and Brunswick! Was great to see Paul back at parkrun.
Cheers Emma. I’m deffo hitting the Babbs.
Need to be tactical.
I ran Merthyr Tydfil last week. 39 people turned up including the tail walker ! Winning time 19.23. It yours for the taking.
Merthyr?? Would have to be up at 5am!! Have they got a Lidl?
So funny today
Even better chris is in same running club as me badgers 👍👍
You know Chris?? He’s a badger too??
Brilliant this , loved it. Just feels likes Alan Partridge goes running its genius 🤣🤣 great job and stunning running 🏃♂️👊 Half way through your video an advert came up for Orlando …,not the person the place 🤣🤣🤣 - all the best 👍🏻
Thanks Lee - cheers for your support!!
Nearly lost my sandwich when you said "deviant at a phone box" 🤣🤣🤣
Phone boxes are a bit of an 80s reference probably….
Nowhere near your speed here…BUT, I happened to break a tape at a 5K in Rockaway Beach NYC in 2022 w/ a 22:59..!
Placing is all about who ELSE shows up. So keep at it Marm, even a blind squirrel (like me) finds a nut eventually.
It absolutely is my friend!
Love it! Bloody Chris! 😊
Bloody bloody Chris!
I reckon you'd have a good shot at Sandwell Valley parkrun. First finisher is often 19/20 minutes. Plus you can go for a swim in Swan Pool afterwards 😄👌🏻
Scared of swans and Sandwell…. But will try on your recommendation…..
@@sarahswims that’s a good shout. My 63 Y/O mother who has never ran was recommended sandwell valley parkrun, I believe she said “oh the man said most of them just walk the whole way around”, so sounds like a sure victory 😂
I finished 2nd at a parkrun this year (Greenfield Valley in N. Wales back in April). I should have been 3rd but the kid that won refused a token. My time was 21:16. BTW You've got no chance of a first finish at Stratford upon Avon even despite the lack of Greenway.
I know. Some speedsters there.
No chance?? Break it to me gently?
What an idea! Plus, I'm really enjoying the humour. Off the cuff too, impressive!
Thanks for watching my friend!
My local is Battlestead Croft Parkrun in Burton on Trent... Around 75 runners typically and a sub 20 time would give you a good chance of a win.
A trek, but ultimately might be an option!!!
3 mins in and just subscribed, has to be the best intro i have seen for a while. no bullshit just a bloke chatting about shit in the car and a bit of running in the middle
That’s essentially my channel.
I was the well wisher at the start line Tim! Great to meet you and all the best in your quest to coming 1st at a Parkrun 🤝
Great to meet you too!!! How did that selfie turn out??
Woodgate Valley. it's not entirely flat but it generally doesn't get the elite too often at all.
@@middleagedrunningman You looked much better than me…. You should be rebranded youngeragedrunningman 😂
Well done Tim we be honoured to have you with us at king George playing fields in cheltenham I know it’s a bit of a stretch maybe one day when it’s the right time no pressure thow mate
Thanks Dan!! Love Chelters. It’s a stretch but will pay a visit before too long.
Just noticed Orlando’s surname Corea ( Spanish for Korea ) - a portent for 4k subscribers if ever there was one - “ job’s a gud un “ you might say 😊
Hearty!!! Lovely to hear your comments!!
Great video and humour, thank you 👍
Thank you, Karen!! Cheers for the continued support.
Great video mate. Another vote for Brunswick here.
Brunners. I’m on Google maps…. Seems doable!!
Severn Valley Parkrun. A sub 19 minute would get you first most weeks. Even a sub 20 might get you the win depending on who shows.
It is shit to run if it has been raining though. It can get quite muddy.
You’ve sold it to me Turnip!! Love that railway.
I spoke with you a couple of months ago at Edgbaston park run and I mentioned Woodgate Valley park run which is 10-15 minutes from Edgbaston. They tend to get about 160 runners and the winning times look encouraging for your pace. You should give it a try.
I remember Liam!!! Yes, def got to try Woodgate!
Vest and Alphaflys at a parkrun would have the owners spinning “it’s not a race”
No way. No way at all is anyone racing.
@@middleagedrunningman😂
Thumbs up when I got to "selecting the most vulnerable parkruns".
What it says on the tin!
These will be the best running series with zero training! 😂 What a legend.
Thanks as ever Tom!!
Top running, Tim! Loved the 'Deviant in a phonebox' line. Winning a parkrun is something us mere mortals can only dream of!
Not if you cheat it’s not David.
@ ahh I got ‘Davided’
Haha, never mind about Orlando, Miami, or Florida. It was Mr Tweed who you should have been worrying about.
Funnily enough a couple of weeks ago I just wanted a steady run and a win too…. and found the perfect parkrun first time!! Won by 25 secs 😉
Sweet sweet victory.
Orlando. Is that a sister song to Fernando by ABBA! 😂 So close, yet so far away! That’s on a sign posted at the US Mint. Darn that 1 second. Good luck next time MARM! 😉
Thanks Vanessa!!! Keep watching please!!
Unlucky! I guess Orlando did Oaklands the week before as Cannon Hill was cancelled - he is a Cannon Hill regular.
Reckon if you did Oaklands a few times you'd get P1 on one of them. Otherwise may be Brunswick as others have suggested
Won’t give up on Oaklands!
Loved this..Kingsbury waterpark? 18.26....Not too far...probably some ducks to look at if all else fails
Will get stalking the Kingsbury runners.
Fantastic new target and your time will come to be No. 1, despite Phil's attempt to nobble you.
Can’t trust Phil.
Love it. I know how you feel. Still trying for my first place at 51 years and barefooted. Try Alderford Lake or Northwich
Will add to the list.
Barefoot??
We need a guest appearance from Orlando... Somebody on here must know him x
Yes ! Head to head
@patoflaherty5582 discussing life in general 💯
Desperate to meet him now!!
Ha, lovely stuff. Just tagged Orlando on Insta, as I’ve photographed him at a few running events over the years. I’ve ran all 100+ parkruns across the whole Midlands…a few options might be Brunswick (across the M6 from Walsall - 20mins regularly ‘wins’), or if you head up the A38 to Burton either Rosliston (often mid-18mins) or Battlestead Croft.
This is hysterical, thank you Tim. Next time I go to Oaklands I’ll let you know…actually sod that I won’t, would rather you randomly approach me on my warm up 🤣🤣🤣🤣
@@Orlando-Corea... You need to be a guest on this channel...💯
ANOTHER Brunswick!!
And an Orlando contact!! How exciting!!
ORLANDO!!!!!
The power of the internet!! Great to meet you my friend!! Hope you enjoyed the video without too much alarm.
Now that we’ve met - a regular update on your PR plans each week would be much appreciated.
Absolutely. What an episode!!
Coed Cefn-pwll-du parkrun if you fancy a trip into Wales. Bring rubbing trail daps. Marmy Army!
Got about 34% of that Gaz.
@@middleagedrunningman 😂😂😂 what's rubbing
hi stenty well done btw coming school tmr to visit hope your exited ☺️☺️☺️☺️
Cheers Paige!!
I'm sure you mirror many an aspiring first finisher all around the UK! Hilarious video. 😂 I often don't 'like' the video because after yours finishes, another random video starts and I just end up forgetting to go back. Noted, and will do better 😊
Thanks Haymarr. If you wouldn’t mind. 😂
I nearly unsubscribed at the very senseless “Will I stop at Lidl”?!?! 😂
OF COURSE! That is always the answer.
You didn’t unsubscribe did you?
East park parkrun mate all the fast ones will be doing cross-country this weekend 😊
Good intel there Scott…. Cross country gets called off…..😂😂😂
😂 brilliant concept
Thanks for watching!!
I watch your vlog on my TV. I didn’t realise you could like a video on a TV. I have liked your video. You are welcome
Now Mark…..please go back and like all of them. 😂
Leave it with me 😂
Great Video! 😂 Soo Close, next time 👍
With cheating, I’ll get there.
I've raced against Orlando Corea a few times... He's quick!
Another great video, Marm 😁👏🏼👍🏼
Will avoid Orlando for as long as possible….
@@middleagedrunningman I’m not very fast but if I’m at a park run when you and Orlando are there I could trip him up for you right at the start 😂
So next week we're looking for Chris and Orlando...Bonus points for the Stand By Me quote!!!
Great film.
I'd say where you're located your best bets would be Brunswick, Sandwell and Woodgate in that order. The guy won Brunswick last week and didn't break 21 minutes-quick course too.
Brunners…..I’m coming for you!
You'd have a good chance most weeks at Woodgate Valley Marm!
Yes!!! Worth the venture I reckon.
Good job. With age grade at 77.42 % of the world record for your age category you were number one that week crushing Chris Tweed the Badger who was second on 74.56%. PS did you consider crossing the line after 2 laps. That might help (but I still wouldnt be the first finisher as I am usually lapped on 3 lappers).
Cheers Mike. Yes, definitely the winner!!!
Two laps would have been a much better idea….
There's some fast runners on Tamworth.... (not me I'm afraid since surgery) but look out for the Sutton Runners, Badgers, TAC, BRATS, the Birchfield Harriers and a few others close to my chest..... but you're doing awesome too Tim ! ! ! Keep it up ! ! !
That’s Chris’s home turf….. may have to steer clear!
Try Wolford Wood, near Moreton in Marsh. First did it in 21 mins last week! It's all on grass, though, so trail shoes might be needed...
Love Moreton!!! I can get there!!! Great tip Frances!!
I live in Orlando, therefore I am Orlando. Be afraid.
I love that. Next week a bloke called Miami will win.
Brilliant 😂😂😂
Thanks David!!
5 minutes in and can so relate to this so far!!!! “Orlando.” 😂😂😂😂😂
Bloody Orlando - bloody Ikea.
Oh how I chuckled Tim! I know Orlando and we have ran a few times together and he has been on my podcast. Oakland is a nice fast one. Which is the next one?
Orlando and Donato.
Channel 4 series surely?
@ 👍🏼🤣
I somehow managed a Parkwin in about 22 mins a couple of years ago. Fancy a trip to Bradford? Think there was a milestone parkrun 4 miles up the road
Not 4 miles up my road!!! “Parkwin”. Love it!!
Lovely Stuff MARM.
As a PR tourist 2 regularly sub-100 and with a win time > 18:00
Ellesmere Port
Sutton Manor
Sutton Manor incorporates a huge statue The Dream and if you win I'll start a GoFund page to replace it with a giant MARM face.
Sutton Manor - no toilets, no cafe and bit of walk to start weeds out the usual elite with their routines
Sutton Manor sounds the business.
And a MARM statue??? The dream surely!
Brilliant! 😂 am now following!
Probably too far, but I recommend Tremorfa Parkrun in Cardiff, 100 people max and flat
A bit far….but I will go anywhere!! Thanks for watching!
Love the content mate. Really entertaining 👍🏻
Can I suggest a park run that has a low attendance.
It’s a bit far away but you could make a weekend of it.
The park run is whinlatter Forrest park run.
I believe there less than 100 people do it.
Good luck 🤙🏼🏃
Thanks mate!!! Thanks for watching and being so nice about the vid!!
Omg, I laughed at this…maybe Chris is really Orlando in disguise 🥸😆🤣🤔
Or his little brother.
I think I must have some kind of record for the slowest winner with a time of 21 minutes lol.
Fast or slow. You’re a champ!
My other half had this idea with Frickley Country Parkrun which is close to us in South Yorkshire. He got the P1 token in October 2022 and I got 2nd that day too !! Bit far from you though. Definitely a good ploy is when there is a big race on day after so people either don't do Parkrun or take it easy. Good Luck on your quest 😅
Will be all over the internet on Friday night. Frickley might be a stretch, but could also be a necessity.
Have you tried Sandwell Valley(West Brom), its not my local only do it visiting the parents but there's only 100/150 people compared to my local in Hove of 500. its about 50/50 mud/concrete. As you've been to IKEA you must be on closing stretch of the loft. Many of us are waiting for pictures !
Don’t worry. Will send some pics before long.
Sandwell is a shout. Couple have mentioned it!
I cannot agree more with the tip of choosing the vulnerable parkrun venue. I already won two times, both by chance, and not expecting it. One with a time of 23:17 second one with 23:33. I'm not telling you where it was, because I don't want you to flight overseas and increase carbon footprint (but it was in my country, I just went by train/bike)😛
I love that sort of skulduggery!
lol
Very good this week Marm, highly amusing and I got to see my name on last weeks results. As others have mentioned Sandwell Valley is worth a look, I bagged a first place there in the summer with a time of 20:00, although it looks like it’s not always that pedestrian. Ps Orlando looks like an Orlando and wears short shorts 😉
Cheers Shane!! I will be on alert for Orlandos wherever they turn up!!
He sounds like a good egg!
Try Cheadle Hulme in south Manchester. Last Saturday's "winning" time was 19:22 (only person under 20mins). Very muddy and hilly, but doable.
Bit of a trek - but needs must!
Good try... next time with any luck🤞🙂
Fingers crossed Kev!
Bloody Chris!
Bloody Ruddy Chris. (Great bloke)
Brunswick Park in Wednesbury not many people turn up and on average 20mins. Should be good for you.
Nice one Mad Monk. I’m in Google maps!!
@@middleagedrunningman It has a bit of a steep hill when you get towards the grass area. but otherwise is it nice. Perry Hall is flat and is where I do volunteering at the moment. Good luck and good content.
Thanks mate!! Great tips!!
I think I hold Scotland’s slowest ever Parkrun winning time 😂
Ha ha!!! What was the time!!
@ 22:48 I’m not great, but even that is two minutes outside my PB 😀 Agnew Parkrun, Stranraer.
The tension ......one second ! Go back next week
One lousy second…..to be fair Chris battered me.
Pick a parkrun the day before/the day of a competitive local 5k 😏
This is getting tactical.
@@AboveThresholdRunning A XC weekend.
Marm, I have experience in targeting races for podium places. At my usual parkrun, my average position is 3rd and I’ve won it once. It’s an out and back course, so I see everyone in front of me. Be mindful of parkruns because sometimes the results are not what you would expect i.e. there is cheating, but you can’t complain because “it’s not a race!” I’ve also won a 10k. Look for events where there is more than one distance and go for the less popular. Check out the previous years’ results and work out your odds. Do enough and it will happen!
Thanks Jenny. All in the name of sport.
Will do whatever it takes!!
I've got an idea for you that may help, there is a new ParkRun not too far from you called "The Plens", (Desborough, Northamptonshire) it is currently on a break already due to some grounds mantainence, I reckon on about the 3rd or 4th week after it returns could be a good chance for a sneaky victory. You just got to watch out for any of the 10 people that have run it under 19 minutes (there is only 10 of them)
Any skullduggery like that is most most welcome Mr Triphill.
Try sunny hill parkrun or westmill small numbers to be found there
All of these suggestions going in the book….
Great video 😂 you'll have to let us know where you go each week for no particular reason AT ALL! 😂
No way. Top top secret.
Yeah defo Brunners MARM, 45 runners 18:01 first finisher yesterday👍
Would have struggled to claim gold I reckon. Next time!
Pick a weekend when the league/ national XC are on, most will be resting or taking it easy for that. Gives you a good chance to be the first finisher (no one wins or looses, parky isn’t a race 😊)
Parky sure isn’t. But will keep my eyes on the XC….
Saw u at oaklnds u was doing great ran past u as u was leaving
Just missed it!! Hope you enjoyed?? Great atmosphere at Oaklands!
I just watched your sub 18 series
Orlando featured in episode 2 beating you to second place
Unbelievable 😂
Good find m8.
Same guy!!
Harleston Parkrun I think you'd have a good chance of winning it with your time, and its a great parkrun.
Willing to travel!!
@@middleagedrunningman It will be worth it I can assure you. They are even doing one on Christmas day.
My local park run attracts around 80 runners (on average) and a finish time of 18:45 could comfortably get you the win....only trouble is..going by your accent, you'd have a long ol' drive to get there 😂 I live on the Isle of Sheppey in kent.
Well done though, I'd be over the moon with that time
Long old drive, but it might come to it Alex…..
You might have a good shot at Chasewater Parkrun, much much quieter than Walsall. I’ve never seen Chris there nor Orlando
Neither of the buggers at the Chase. Will give it a lash!
So I’m near Brighton and there is a parkrun up on the downs called Bevendean, ok so it’s hilly but you only get about 30ish runners, worth a look
Well worth a look. Might have to wake up at 3am…..
I’ve got no suggestions. I am generally over the moon with a token in the 90s at Arrow Valley! I did come 25th once at Lullingstone in Kent but that’s a bit too far, you need climbing ropes for the hills and it was torrential rain when I went!
Not selling it Andy.
Got no chance at Az Vaz either unfortunately. Your home course attracts some swifties.
Yes, it's a matter of luck and a low attendance parkrun location. I've taken first finisher before, with a time only just under 22 mins. So it's definitely doable!
Inspiration Marcus, we know how to win.
In stitches 😂😂😂😂
Thanks Daz!