On 23rd September 2018 I took part in the Bristol Half Marathon as the sub 1:40 pacer. This is the first time I have paced this event, but an event that holds a lot of special memories for me. In 2006 I took part in the Bristol Half for the very first time, and this … More Bristol Half 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
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
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
Why Limassol Marathon is #morethanarace for me … More Limassol Marathon Weekend 2018
My first marathon of many for 2018. My next will be my 40th at #runlimassol … More Breakfast Marathon 2018
As most people will be aware I won an awesome package with CEP for the Rock n Roll marathon weekend at Las Vegas. See full blog about the whole journey HERE. After deciding to run the marathon as part of my prize, I explored what there was on offer for the whole weekend. After running … More Las Vegas Rock n Roll 5k
The #ballbuster is a notoriously difficult event held at boxhill. The route which many use in training is referred to as the ballbuster lap. This 8 mile lap takes you down from boxhill around some tough inclines in Headley, before finishing with the 2 mile climb up the zigzag. An 8 mile lap on this … More Boxhill #Ballbuster 2017
A different sort of run today. No timing, no pacing, no pressures, just 5k around a park with Kelly Holmes. Fitness Rewards planned this charity event to support Kelly, and it was a great opportunity to meet some of the Fitness Rewards guys before a blast around the park with Kelly. My lovely wife was … More Running with Kelly
Paul, you are an Ironman… These are some of the most powerful words you can here after an event. The emotion that runs through your body at this point is overwhelming. After working so hard through the event, and to get yourself to this point, it’s all about these words. I have done this once … More Ironman Kalmar 2017
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