On 14th January 2024, I ran the Doughnut Dash with Phoenix Running events. Whilst this is a lapped event, with various options of distance, I always choose the marathon, which is 8 laps. After a busy year last year, I know I will run fewer marathons in 2024, but I have started strong with Marathon … More Doughnut Dash Marathon 2024
On 16 December 2023, I took part in the Barbie vs. Ken run. In typical Phoenix Running events style, it was a timed event with the ability to complete as many laps as you want. 4 laps are an official half marathon, and 8 laps are an official marathon. Naturally, I completed 8 laps for … More Barbie vs Ken Run
I was able to pick up a pair of the adidas adizero prime X 2 strung in early September ahead of the official launch. I was looking for a new marathon racing shoe, and had my eye on the adidas adizero pro 3. During my current marathon PB I was wearing the original adidas adizero … More adidas adizero prime X 2 strung shoe review
On 22 October 2023, I took part in the Venice Marathon. Just 3 weeks into October, and I’ve run 3 Marathons around the world: Chicago Marathon, Detroit Marathon, and now Venice Marathon. I still have a bit of a cough and am feeling a bit run down since Chicago. I am really pleased I could … More Venice Marathon 2023
On 15 October 2023, I took part in the Detroit Marathon. Just a week after Chicago Marathon, this was my 10th US State I have finished a marathon in. Running 2 marathons in 2 States over the course of 2 weekends is pretty special. Travelling back and forth between USA and the UK was pretty … More Detroit Marathon 2023
On 24 September 2023, I finished the Berlin Marathon 2023. Berlin is one of the World Marathon Majors and a race I am very familiar with. I first ran the Berlin Marathon in 2014, and I learned a lot about the importance of race nutrition and hydration. I learned from mistakes, which is often the … More Berlin Marathon 2023
On 9 September 2023, I took part in the Queen’s Memorial Run. A year after her passing, Phoenix running events put on a timed event with their usual options of multiple laps. 8 laps for a marathon, which is what I always take part in. Today marked my 120th Marathon (139 for 100 Marathon Club … More Queen’s Memorial Run 2023
On 6th August 2023, I completed Ironman Gdynia in Poland, my 7th Ironman. An Ironman is never easy. It takes so much out of you, and it takes real resilience and determination to get to the finish. Although an Ironman is never easy, sometimes it’s made much harder, and this year in Poland, it was … More Ironman Gdynia 2023
We go to Ironman events as family adventures. Yes, one day is pretty much taken up with me spending the whole day swimming, biking, and running. But even then, it doesn’t bother my family, as that is the time they spend exploring aquariums or zoos, having fun days out whilst I’m busy. However, that is … More Kids Aquathlon and Night Run Gdynia – Ironman Poland 2023
On Friday, 14 July 2023, I decided to fit in a cheeky weekday marathon. I do a lot of marathons with Phoenix Running, and they have a Friday series that is slightly cheaper with perks like a free entry for every 5 events. I have not managed to be in the position to come down … More I Love Fridays – Marathon