On the 27th June 2021 I took part in the Penshurst Place Running Festival which is part of the Castle Run Series. A fantastic day which had something for everyone. I decided to take part in the 10k timed run, which was the first event of the day. I had the aim to finish this … More Penshurst Place Running Festival
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
This weekend was supposed to be one of the busiest running weekends of the year. I was set to return and repeat last years fantastic 3 day event weekend, starting off with 5k and then pacing the sub 4 #funbus at Liverpool Rock and Roll Marathon weekend. Then heading back to London to run the … More Staying active Virtually
For Jess (@the_buggy_runners_diary) the Lockdown isn’t too dissimilar to normal life, she explains all in her Lockdown Lowdown. What have you learnt about yourself during lockdown? I’ve learnt about what’s truly important in life and how we don’t need as much stuff as we thought we did to live our lives and be okay. I … More Lockdown Lowdown with… Jessica Sanderson
It is time for a Lockdown Lowdown with @leah_runner_girl, be prepared for some seriously cute baby pictures. What have you learnt about yourself during the Lockdown? I’ve learnt that I have a massive addiction to hobnobs and tea! I’ve also learnt more about what’s important in life. Time to stop, think and have a bit … More Lockdown Lowdown with… @leah_runner_girl
Continuing with my Lockdown Lowdown it is a pleasure to hear from Evie (@simpleexplorer). The purpose of this blog series is to get to know a bit more about each other, and share the impact of the Lockdown on us, and how we are responding to it. What have you learnt about yourself during Lockdown? … More Lockdown Lowdown with… Evie
Running a marathon is something that is a huge challenge, and people need to mentally prepare for one. The first is always that more difficult, when you venture into the unknown. Once you get the marathon bug some people may run one or two a year. You hear all the time about the importance of … More Top tips for back to back marathons
On the 2nd February 2020 I took part in the Watford Half Marathon. This is the 3rd time I have taken part in the Watford Half, and the 3rd time I have been the sub 1:40 pacer at Watford Half (click HERE for my review from 2018). Unfortunately the Watford Half Marathon 2019 was cancelled … More Watford Half Marathon 2020
I am so pleased to welcome a bumped edition for the Running Motivation series by Anna fromThe Running Channel. Anna is a runner, pacer, volunteer, and all round lovely person. Anna is also the content Lead for the running channel and has sent me some brand new content about New Year’s resolutions. What has been … More Running Motivation – with Anna Harding
My Running Motivation series is designed to offer everyone a little bit of motivation in the dark, cold months. Whilst everyone starts their Spring event training, or have a desire to get active, it is good to hear from a range of people with their top tips. My next guest is the wonderful Canadian running … More Running Motivation – with Elizabeth (@Along4therun)
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