On 3rd November 2024, Sydney Marathon was announced as the 7th World Marathon Major. This is exciting news for runners around the world who have been looking forward to the addition of more Majors to join the current Major races: Tokyo Marathon, London Marathon, Boston Marathon, Berlin Marathon, Chicago Marathon, New York Marathon. Although, it … More Abbott World Marathon Major – 7th Star and beyond
On 28 January 2024, I ran my second marathon of the year. Once again, I joined Phoenix Running Events on the tow path at Walton-on-Thames. This time, the theme was unicorns, so naturally, I wore one of my Boston Marathon tops for the occasion. This was my 148th event for the 100 Marathon club, including … More Unicorn Run 2024
The Abbott World Marathon Majors are a collection of some of the biggest and best marathons in the world. They currently consist of: Tokyo Marathon, Boston Marathon, London Marathon, Berlin Marathon, Chicago Marathon, and New York City Marathon. Together, these six marathons make up the Abbott World Marathon Majors, and if you complete all of … More Abbott World Marathon Majors Slam
After completing the World Marathon Majors Six Star Journey at Tokyo Marathon in 2023, I am mindful about how daunting the task can be. I have been approached by a number of people asking if it is possible for an average every day runner to complete the World Marathon Majors and become a Six Star … More How to become a World Marathon Majors Six Star Finisher
What a journey it has been to get to Tokyo Marathon. What an even bigger journey it has been to get to become an Abbott World Marathon Majors six star finisher (but that can wait for another blog). If you have been following my journey you will know that I had a place at the … More Tokyo Marathon 2023
Boston Marathon is not just about the race. Monday 18th April 2022 is the victory lap, the Road to Boston is a special one. A race that is extremely difficult to get in to. There are of course some different ways to get in with charity, tour operators and sponsor places, but these are extremely … More Boston Marathon 2022
On the 7th November 2021 I took part in the Barcelona Marathon. This race was not planned, in fact until recently I thought I would be pacing the New York Marathon. But with the travel ban lifting the day after the Marathon, this race was just not meant to be. I hadn’t planned another race, … More Barcelona Marathon 2021
My next guest for my Road to Boston series is Thomas Eller. Thomas was born and raised in Essen, Germany. He was born and raised deaf. Thomas currently works as a deaf teacher for deaf children and teens in his hometown of Essen, Germany. In September 2018 at the age of 38 Thomas ran his … More Road to Boston – with Thomas Eller
Coach Kev helped me to find the structure and motivation to go a little faster for the Virtual New York Marathon. On my Road to Boston Coach Kevin is going to help me to train for the sub 3 dream, and is a great addition for my blog series. Kev Quinn is a marathon runner … More Road to Boston – with Coach Kevin Quinn
This week I’ve managed to get a few structured sessions in. The Road to Boston will need me to train Hard, be consistent, and not make excuses. This week has consisted of a 5 mile Tempo; 5 km intervals; and a long run. With some spinning for cross training this is a good start. When … More Road to Boston – with Holly Rush
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