On the Mariehems beds, preparations were under way for Friday before the SM. The fence was set up, the track would be fenced out and tents erected.

The host of the competition is IFK Umeå. Charlotte Andersson is happy to compete at home and represent her club. She has had a strong season so far with a second place in the Stockholm half marathon, third place in Lidingöloppet and fifth place in the Swedish Championship on the track.

- It's been a fantastic season! It has been as good as it could be, says Charlotte Andersson.

Don't believe in medal yourself

She believes that this is because she has got good continuity in training and been injury free. During Sunday she competes in 10,000 meters, her main distance.

But she is humble in the face of chances to medal.

- No, I have no such hopes. There are very strong names running. But I hope for a good placement anyway, of course, says Charlotte Andersson.

Hear Charlotte Andersson about her expectations for the weekend in the clip above.