Ok, bear with me on this one, I don’t mean to sound so aggressive….I also don’t want you to all disappear out of my life. I actually want to tell you about the benefits of getting out into the countryside, getting lost out there and enjoying some scenery. I also don’t mean get so lost […]
Commiserations – Some ideas for whats next
So, you got the e-mail or the magazine saying you didn’t get in to the London marathon. Here are some ideas for alternatives for you: ASICS Manchester marathon http://www.greatermanchestermarathon.com/home/ A very fast and very flat route with area of great support. If you are after a personal best then this marathon is certainly one […]
When you want to quit
When you want to quit So, on Wednesday last week (4 July) I ran the Nice Work Bedgebury 10k. I turned up and it was a beautiful evening, nice and cool but no breeze and the setting was perfect for a trail run. It promised to be a good event with less than 100 […]
From Walker to Runner
From Walker to Runner Firstly, let’s get this straight, whether you run at walking pace or walk at running pace, the fact you are out there makes you a runner. You can call yourself a runner. Running, for a lot of people, isn’t simply about putting on your trainers and getting out there and running. […]
What a difference a year makes
In an effort to see just how far I have come this year in increasing awareness of anxiety, depression and mental health I thought I would combine my #2017bestnine and #2016bestnine into one post. – 2017, you have changed my life! – Running, you have changed my life! – Instagram, you have changed my life! […]