On 31st August 2025, I took part in the Sydney Marathon. This was the inaugural event as a World Marathon Majors, as Sydney joins: Tokyo, Boston, London, Berlin, Chicago and New York City as the 7th World Marathon Major. For many Marathon runners, who like to travel, the World Marathon Majors offer fantastic events around … More Sydney Marathon 2025
On 10th August 2025, I ran the Prosecco Marathon at Denbies vineyard, with Phoenix Running events. This event was my 9th marathon of the year and 170th marathon (plus) in total. I love coming to Phoenix Running events for my long run training sessions. It motivates me to do my long run, and I love … More Prosecco Marathon 2025
On 27 April 2025 I ran the London Marathon. I make no secret of the fact I love this event. London Marathon is more than a race for me, and I have so many fond memories of this event. In 2011 I ran London Marathon for the first time. It was my first marathon, and … More London Marathon 2025
It is New Years Eve, so it is time for a recap of 2024. This year, in many ways, could be deemed as a fitness failure. From the high of 2021, I have slowly been losing fitness and struggling with my weight and health. There are lots of reasons and excuses, but ultimately, there are … More 2024 Recap
After running the World Marathon Majors Grand Slam in 2023, it was always going to be a bit of a come down not running them all in 2024. I was very lucky to be able to run all of the World Marathon Majors in 2023, but it is not affordable or realistic to run them … More My Abbott World Marathon Majors of 2024
You take the blue pill – the story ends, you wake up in your bed, and believe whatever you want to believe. You take the red pill – you stay in Wonderland, and I show you how deep the rabbit hole goes. On 11th May 2024, I took part in the Neo Run, with Phoenix … More Neo Marathon 2024
Running London Marathon is always a highlight in my running calendar. On 21st April 2024, I had the privilege of running London Marathon 2024. This was my 12th in person London Marathon (13 including 2020). It was also my 153rd Marathon (plus) and the 113th event as an official pacer (50th Marathon as a pacer, … More London Marathon 2024
On 14 April 2024, I finally returned to run the Limassol Marathon. Limassol may not have the biggest marathon, but it has become one of my families favourite destinations for a lovely holiday and run. We first travelled to Limassol in 2017 so I could run the marathon, then I returned for Limassol Marathon 2018 … More Limassol Marathon 2024
On 17 March 2024, I returned to run the eternal city of Rome. This was my 3rd time running Rome Marathon, but this year, it was extra special. Each year, the marathon has been getting bigger, and with over 15,000 runners this year, the course direction was changed. Rather than the spectacular backdrop of the … More Rome 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
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