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
Today I should be writing about my experience of Ironman Santa Rosa. On 25th July 2020 I had planned on taking part in my 5th Ironman, but this race is yet another casualty of Covid-19. So instead today I reflect on my Ironman Journey to date, what I’ve learned, and what the future holds. My … More Not Ironman Santa Rosa
Ironman Vichy 2019 On 25th August 2019 I took part in Ironman Vichy. This was my 4th Ironman, and I’m so proud to have finished. It was a personal worst for me, but the Ironman I am most proud of. I will go into details below about how it went, but it is the hardest … More Ironman Vichy 2019
It’s that time of year again. During the summer I reduce the number of events I take part in, have a bit of downtime with family, but also add in a challenge or two. I spend most of the year in my comfort zone pacing others to hit PB’s, which I absolutely love to do. … More Anything is Possible
I am in Hamburg getting ready for Ironman Hamburg. I have done this twice before, so I know I can do the 2.4 mile swim, 112 mile bike and 26.2 mile run, so why am I so anxious. Maybe it is the lack of training. Maybe it’s the heat which not only concerns me because … More Pre Ironman nerves
Paul, you are an Ironman… These are some of the most powerful words you can here after an event. The emotion that runs through your body at this point is overwhelming. After working so hard through the event, and to get yourself to this point, it’s all about these words. I have done this once … More Ironman Kalmar 2017
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