On 14th January 2023 I ran my first marathon of the year. When Phoenix Running events put on an event with the promise of as many doughnuts as you can it, it is hard to miss. In all seriousness I am looking to get back into shape this year, which I let slip throughout last … More Doughnut Dash Marathon 2023
Determination. Sometimes things do not go to plan, you have to dig deep, and it takes real determination and heart to finish a race. On 6th August 2022 I took part in Thames Meander Marathon, and it started like any other race, until I took a fall. I fell around the 9 mile mark and … More Thames Meander Marathon 2022
On 23rd October 2021 I completed Ironman Portugal. It was fantastic to be part of the first ever full distance Ironman at Portugal, and to once again take part in an Ironman after a pause in 2020. Ironman Portugal was my 5th Ironman, but these things don’t get any easier. I always describe myself as … More Ironman Portugal 2021
On 25th July 2021 I took part in the Asics London 10k. This is always an event I enjoy running, in fact it is my 8th time taking part in the London 10k, formally known as the British 10k. But after being cancelled in 2020, and with the year 2021 has been so far, with … More Asics London 10k 2021
On the 15th August 2020 I returned to racing. After 5 months of race cancellations, including 8 marathons, 1 Ironman, and many half marathons in between (so far), it is great to be back at an event. I am trying not to dwell on all the missed experiences and financial losses, and instead look to … More Phoenix Assemble Marathon
On the 26th April 2020 I didn’t run the London Marathon. For those that know me, you will know how much I love the London Marathon, and I want to try and run it every year I can, preferably as an official pacer leading the sub 4 #funbus. I have ran London marathon 8 times … More Not the London Marathon 2020
My Running Motivation series continues with the fantastic Emma Joy, who writes her Blog Lipstick and trainers. Emma is a personal trainer, coach and sub 4 hour Marathon runner. She has a great personality and as her blog implies, lipstick and trainers dont have to be mutually exclusive. You can follow Emma on Instagram HERE. … More Running Motivation – with Emma Joy
We can all find it hard to get out the door from time to time. Whether you are just getting into running, or a seasoned athlete, there are times that we may find it difficult to find that motivation. During the winter months it can be harder to find that motivation in the cold and … More Running Motivation
On Sunday 17th November 2019 I took part in the Fulham 10k with adidas #cityrunsLDN. This is the first time I have ran any of the city runs series, as all the events have always clashed with other races. When I found out the date for Fulham 10k did not clash I immediately wanted to … More Fulham 10k 2019
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