MARATHON DES SABLES

Run and Become brings you another Training and Inspiration evening.

Whatever challenges you are setting yourself in 2011,

come and be inspired by the exploits of those who have

competed in this epic 6 day adventure in the North Sahara.

WEDS 3RD NOVEMBER 7pm – 9.00pm

Run and Become, 66 Dalry Road, Edinburgh, EH11 2DY

TONY THISTLETWAITE of Strathaven Striders. Two time finisher of the

MDS and West highland way race regular will show a short slide show of

his experiences.

Also short DVD of previous races

General Advice on ultra-training from Tony and former GB ultra

Internationalist and current Ultra Team Manager ADRIAN STOTT

Special kit needed for this event

How to refuel

Together with other experienced MDS "survivors" they will all be

involved in an open question and answer session where YOU the audience

can tap into their experience to help with your training as you

prepare for this or your own inspiring challenges

Admission is free but Raffletickets to win a £50 Run and Become

voucher will be on sale in aid of Facing Africa

In short, an evening to be inspired, and also to inspire each other.

To book your place email: [email protected]

Although these evenings are not planned as a commercial venture, Run

and Become staff will be available between their usual closing time of

6pm on the evening of the event,till 6.50, should anyone need

advice/help with anything.