Thousands were getting ready for the starting pistol at the Great North Run just as Gateshead was bathed in lovely bright sunshine and a nice light breeze eased off the Tyne. At the same time, around 7,500 counterparts struggled through incessant and driving rain to assemble – somewhat damply - at the start-line of London's first half-marathon. We were off for a run past a fair few Games venues...
The 'Run To The Beat' 13.1 mile race began at the North Greenwich Arena 1. In the Summer of 2012 it will be the venue for Gymnastics and Basketball – and thankfully these will be indoors as the torrential downpour was hardly ideal conditions for a 13.1 mile run. Running with some fellow London 2012 staff, we squelched the first few steps and realised quite how tough the upcoming run would be.
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I ran it too! Just about dry now - but enjoyed seeing where the Games will be taking place. Many thanks to all the spectators and residents who braved the rain and supported us so well!