December 7, 2018
My London Marathon Mementos
Completing the London Marathon is one of my greatest achievements. I may not have finished in the time that I wanted, but I got through the hottest London Marathon on record. Battling my mind, and my body, I somehow made it to the finishing line. To celebrate my achievement, I
December 5, 2018
Chasewater Pudding Dash 10k 2018 Review
Table of Contents Toggle Introduction:Pacers:The Course:Aid Stations:Entertainment:Atmosphere:Goodie Bag:T-shirt and Medal:Race Photography:Overall:Photo’s: Introduction: Having enjoyed the Chasewater Easter 10k in 2017, I decided to enter the Pudding Dash this year. My last 10k was on September 2nd, and I wasn’t really fully fit for that, nor prepared. My most recent 10k
December 2, 2018
Weekly Training Review – 26th November – 2nd December
Last week’s report can be found here. Table of Contents Toggle Weekly Training:Monday 26th November:Tuesday 27th November:Wednesday 28th November:Thursday 29th November:Friday 30th November:Saturday 1st December:Sunday 2nd December:Weekly Summary: Weekly Training: This week I had planned 7 sessions; 3 runs, 1 Core session, 2 weights sessions and a Yoga and Foam Rolling session. Monday Tuesday
December 1, 2018
Chasewater Pudding Dash 10k 2018 Race Day Results
Table of Contents Toggle Introduction:Miles 0-3.1:Miles 3.1-6.2:The Finish:Splits and Official Time: Introduction: I have previously ran the Chasewater 10k route at the Chasewater Easter Run on April 16th 2017. I had struggled around the course that time due to a chest infection. As such, I just missed out on
November 28, 2018
Nike Pegasus 35 Review
Table of Contents Toggle Introduction:Design:Sizing:Running:Distances:Pace:Rotation:Conclusion:Photos: Introduction: The Nike Pegasus range is a neutral running shoe aimed at the “average” runner. With this, the shoe is marketed as being able to handle long, slow runs, as well as speed work and race day. My only prior experience with the Nike Pegasus
November 25, 2018
Weekly Training Review: 19th – 25th November 2018
Last week’s report can be found here. Table of Contents Toggle Weekly Training:Monday 19th November:Tuesday 20th November:Wednesday 21st November:Thursday 22nd November:Friday 23rd November:Saturday 24th November:Sunday 25th November:Weekly Summary: Weekly Training: This week I had planned 7 sessions; 4 runs, 1 Yoga and Core session and 2 weights sessions. Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
November 24, 2018
Sub-30 Minute 5k
I wasn’t going to post this until my weekly training review tomorrow, but I’m too excited not to! I did it! Today I ran my first ever sub-30 minute 5k at Parkrun. I still can’t quite believe it, especially given my previous personal best was 30:29. I thought that I
November 23, 2018
How Jeffing Can Improve Your Race Times
Table of Contents Toggle What Is Jeffing?Benefits Of Jeffing:Ease Into RunningHelps Build FitnessLess Strain On The BodyCover Further DistancesMental BreakFeel FreshGet A Personal BestConclusion: What Is Jeffing? The term “Jeffing” refers to the running technique founded by Olympian Jeff Galloway. The approach uses intervals of running and walking to help
November 20, 2018
7 Types Of People I Hate At The Gym
Table of Contents Toggle Introduction:The Posers / Attention SeekersThe Phone UsersThe Machine HoggersThe Heavy SweatersThe TalkersThe Loud Music ListenersPeople Who Don’t Re-Rack WeightsConclusion: Introduction: When I used to train at the gym, there were a number of things that really irked me. I’m supportive of other people trying to achieve
November 18, 2018
Weekly Training Review: 12th – 18th November 2018
Last week’s report can be found here. Table of Contents Toggle Weekly Training:Monday 12th November:Tuesday 13th November:Wednesday 14th November:Thursday 15th November:Friday 16th November:Saturday 17th November:Sunday 18th November:Weekly Summary: Weekly Training: This week I had planned 7 sessions; 4 runs, 1 Yoga and Core session and 2 weights sessions. Monday Tuesday











