It was this time last year I ran a last minute marathon with Phoenix Running. It would seem that randomly (probably for similar reasons) I have done the same again. Take a look at last year’s blog HERE. A bit of background for you. I always have a couple of slow months in July/August. This … More Another last minute marathon
On Sunday 29th July 2018, I took part in Ironman Hamburg. This was my third Ironman, with a twist, no swim. I was very anxious about the swim leading up to the event, especially as the weather made it likely to be a non wetsuit swim, and posted about my pre-Ironman nerves, see blog HERE. … More Ironman Hamburg 2018
On 10th June 2018 I took part in the St Albans Half Marathon. This is the third year in a row I have taken part in this event, each time pacing 1:40 for Xempo. Last year I found the combination of the hills and hot weather really tough, you can have a little recap HERE. … More St Albans Half Marathon 2018
On the 3rd of June 2018 I took part in another Phoenix Running timed event. Today I wasn’t pacing for a change, but I wasn’t racing either… I was just running, doing my own thing. This was my 13th event with Phoenix Running, and I love using these events, when I get the chance, as … More Pyjamathon Marathon 2018
On 13th May 2018 I took part in the inaugural #RunGatwick Half Marathon. Although this was the inaugural event I had big expectations. I have ran #RunReigate a few times (read about Run Reigate HERE) and with the same organisers, and with the partnership with British Airways, surely it would be an event not to … More British Airways Run Gatwick 2018
On 22nd April 2018 I took part in the Virgin Money London Marathon. This was a tough race, in very hot conditions, the hottest on record for London Marathon. So, I want to start by saying a huge well done to everyone who took part today and thank you to each and every one of … More London Marathon 2018
I ran Manchester Marathon for the first time in 2017, and was pleased to pace 4:45. I had a fantastic time (you can read HERE) and couldn’t wait to return in 2018. The good news was I returned this year to Pace the sub4 #funbus my preferred time. In advance of the event there has … More Manchester Marathon 2018
You have worked hard to get this far, and race day is finally here, so what should you expect on Marathon race day? I have written about running marathons previously, but that was aimed to build confidence to make running a marathon feel more achievable – “so you want to run a marathon“. This blog … More What to expect on Marathon race day
Why Limassol Marathon is #morethanarace for me … More Limassol Marathon Weekend 2018
The Limassol Marathon 2018 with the #pickupthepaceteam … More Limassol Marathon 2018 – Day Two: Marathon
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