On the 3rd February 2019 I took part in the London Winter Run. This is a 10k run in central London, and an event I have considered doing for years. I have never done this event before because they dont have Pacers, so I’ve always taken part in other events on the same day as … More London Winter Run 2019
In 2019 the second edition of the National Running Show promised to be bigger and better than 2018. It delivered. I loved this concept last year, and you can have a recap HERE. This year there was 50% more space, more brands, more speakers, more people, it was everything I loved about the National Running … More The National Running Show 2019
It is one thing to run a marathon fast, but for my 5th interview for the “How to run a marathon faster series“, I welcome someone who does this time and time again. Adam Holland. Adam is an extreme endurance athlete who knows a thing or two about running a marathon fast. He has ran … More How to run a marathon faster – with Adam Holland
2018 has been an incredible year of running and pacing, and I will once again do a highlight review. Throughout my recap I will highlight events by their medal, share a few of my thoughts about the event, and link my race review in case you want to read some more. 2017 was amazing and … More My 2018 recap
As part of my “How to run a marathon faster series” I am pleased to welcome Jordan Foster. Jordan is better known as Projectmarathongirl and her improvements over the last few years makes her an ideal person to talk with about running a marathon faster. Jordan is a Sub 3 Marathon runner and recently finished … More How to run a marathon faster – with Jordan Foster
On the 21st October 2018 I took part in the Amsterdam Marathon. Getting towards the end of a fantastic year, this would be my 5th International event of the year, and the 4th Marathon I have paced abroad this year. I am pleased to have ran a total of 42 marathons, which is 49 toward … More Amsterdam Marathon 2018
I am writing this with a huge smile on my face. On the 7th October 2018 I took part in the Chicago Marathon. This is the second time I have ran in America after completing the Las Vegas Marathon 2017, but the first time I have paced in America. I am very fortunate to have … More Chicago Marathon 2018
Over the years I have paced numerous events, and during this time I have helped many people get into pacing. It has been great to see people taking time to pace others. Whether that is at a local Park run, pacing a friend, or at an official event. I am often asked for tips about … More So you want to be a Pacer?
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
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
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