Lostock AC runners got into the festive spirit at the RunThrough Media City Christmas 5K & 10K, swapping mince pies for miles and bringing plenty of seasonal cheer to the fast, flat waterside course. It was an interesting mix of people at the start line with some runners clearly aiming for a PB and others wearing festive costumes, just hoping to enjoy the atmosphere.
Both races consist of laps around Media City, the 10k consisting of 4 laps and the 5k consisting of 2. This is a fast course as is mostly flat with some bridges taking runners across the Manchester Ship Canal. It is a fast finish to the race with the final 100 meters being a descent from a bridge directly to the finish line. There is always a fantastic atmosphere at the race with enthusiastic volunteers cheering runners around the course. It was a beautiful calm but cool morning, it was perfect running conditions.
In the 10K, Mel delivered an early Christmas cracker of a performance, storming home in 47:17 to secure a brand new personal best. Mel kept things nicely on pace from start to finish, making it a run to remember.
The 5K also saw Lostock AC well represented. Rachel S crossed the line in 25:33, enjoying the buzz of the Christmas-themed event, while Markus followed with a strong and determined run to finish in 29:37. With festive outfits, cheerful spectators and plenty of encouragement along the route, both runners made the most of the seasonal setting.
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