Kingsfield had its first EC experience today. I could not have asked for a better night or a more hard working group of individuals who were all keen on giving 100% effort to the new EC Infinity fitness program.

To find out how you can accelerate you fat loss come along to our next session !!

They say that good weather brings out the best in you and today that statement rang true for me.  Not knowing what to expect from the Bathgate course I just had to suck it and see on the day.

Now not knowing the detail of a course is generally not a problem but today I found myself in slightly unfamiliar territory at the head of the field.

The race began with a slightly pacy start due mainly to a reasonable runner who I later discovered was part of a relay team. Not surprising that he went off like it was a 5k dash. By mile 2 his exuberance was quashed and I settled into a steady pace with 2 other runners. By Mile 3 I found myself leading the race all be it with a minor lead ( wish I'd read the map now ) At mile 5 the inclines started and the Lothian runner with me had more power and pace on the hilly section and over the next 5 miles managed to open a reasonable gap. Again I found myself with no-one to follow so there was a resulting moment of hesitation where 2 paths intersected. fortunately the correct one was selected (phew)

At mile 12 the race was really on for 2nd place as the runner behind me had made up significant ground but I had worked too hard to let the second place slip from my grasp in the last mile.

Upping my pace I held on to my coveted second place and set a Half Marathon PB in the process.

I'm happy with that. Great day Great event



I do have to say a big respect to all the Lothian and Edinburgh Half Marathoners and Marathoners who ran in the heat today.........can anyone say warm weather training ???

For your chance to take part next year bookmark

http://www.westlothianrun.co.uk/

Want to know how my weekend of running in the lakes went with Rob Kennedy ? Here it is

http://www.montane.co.uk/blog/current/39

Looking for the Garmin stats of Legs 1 and 2 of the Bob Graham Round then here they are......

http://connect.garmin.com/activity/31941289

Extreme Circuits member Craig Alexander put in a solid performance at the Bupa Great Edinburgh Run on Sunday. This race is part of Craigs preparation for the London Triathlon later this year. Already a veteran marathon runner Craig is determined to give his best when the klaxon goes off at the London Tri in August.  Craig has come to Extreme Circuits to improve his swim stroke, strength and efficiency. Through a specific swim coaching program we are going to improve his swim stroke, strength and efficiency to ensure he can give his very best on the day.

Even after the 10k on Sunday Craig still stepped up to the mark by attending his swim session in the afternoon.

Great day Craig your now training like a Triathlete !!!!!

Name	Race Number	Club	Overall Position	AG Position	Gender Position	Age Group	Finish Time	Gun /Chip
Craig Alexander	9707	Metro Aberdeen Running Club	1061	162	950	141	00:47:44

If you have a race goal this year contact Extreme Circuits to see ho we can help you perpare.

Looking for some of the best trails in the Linlithgow ? Dont know where to finds them ? Want to hire bikes ? For all this and more visit

http://www.kingsfieldleisure.com/events-kingsfield.html

It was a fantastic, cool, dry , slightly blustery Scottish morning. 08:30 at Muiravonside Country park has never felt better !!!

When is the next class ? The session had hardly finished and it seems that people are keen for more. The mix cardio and bodyweight exercises in the session seemed to bring the best out in everyone.

Come and join the fun

The future of your fitness is here  !!!!

Is your winter training going well ? Have you hit a bit of a plateau ? Looking for something a bit different to get you out of the gym ? Want to test yourself ? Muiravonside Morning Mayhem could be just the thing you are looking for.

Thanks to the good folks a the Linlithgow Gazette

DON’T lock yourself into a boring sports routine of slogging it out in the gym - let the great outdoors inspire you and make you feel physically and mentally better.

Chris Beamish at Extreme Circuits knows that the best way to get fit is to have fun and he can tailor-make the package to suit you and your body goals.

That could be open-air circuits with a crowd of like-minded people on the beach at Blackness, a healthy run through the Beecraigs forest or mountain-biking along some of West Lothian’s many trails.

Whatever, whenever and wherever you want to get fit, Chris can organise a one-to-one fitness buddy or set up circuit training groups to suit your lifestyle.

Chris said: ‘’I know, especially with the nicer weather coming in, people can be stuck in a bubble of the home-work-gym routine. Exercise is not about a sweaty gym hall, when you could be in the great out doors. It helps you both physically and mentally and takes you to places you wouldn’t normally go.’’

You’ll find it's the exercise regime you’ll look forward to - which means it’s much more likely to see you reach your chosen goal.

For more information visit www.extreme-circuits.co.uk or call Chris Beamish on 07894 571182.

Linlithgow Gazette Editorial