This is probably the best location that I have been privileged to run in. Every part of the course was very scenic from the stone houses, to the many panoramic views of unspoiled British countryside.
The race was run over 3 laps or if you are an endurance specialist (also known as) Ultra runners they completed a 4th lap making the race either…
March was always going to be a daunting month with two planned marathons just two weeks apart.
I started the month in good spirits, aiming to increase my training miles and hopefully build confidence in my fitness/endurance levels.
Thankfully the 2nd marathon took place on the 7th and it took place in and around Cambridge. The Cambridge Boundary run is organised by the University and is a cheap, well organised event…
I am pleased to report that I am getting back to a higher level of milage over the month and am feeling quite happy with my time on the road in February.
During February I have also booked 8 of the races that are required for the 10 in 10 challenge to be a success. I am missing August, but thanks to the running community on the Runners World forum pages there are several viable solutions.
The month is split into a repeating…
The month started badly, the weather was not suitable for running and i was jetting off on holiday for 10 days.
That said i did go to the gym out in Pittsburgh and can confirm that i can not train on treadmills. The rubber matting slides as your foot lands and the noise that goes with it is too much for me. I appreciate that i do not have the best technique when running, but if i find a good rhythm then i do not generally…
