Christmas was exciting as a kid. The days when you used to circle things you wanted for Christmas in the Argos catalogue, hoping your parents might see and tip off Santa. As an adult it’s stressful. The main problem is what to buy people. Lucky for you I’ve saved you the hard work and rounded …
There is a new endurance event in town….
There is a new endurance event in town…. Christmas shopping It’s that time of year again, the shops are packed with people frantically ticking off a gift list as long as their arm. You queue for what seems like hours trying to find the one remaining parking spot to find you can’t squeeze in it as …
Choosing the right training plan
Manchester marathon is fast approaching and I need to get my act together and start writing my training plan. This year I want to try a bit harder. Instead of stuffing my face with Celebrations (even the Bounty’s and no one likes them), I need to be out training over the festive period. With so …
Layer up and keep warm
The coffee chains have rolled out their Christmas cups. The shops are full of festive knitwear. I’ve had to de-ice my car windscreen twice this week. It’s officially winter. I may not be a fan of the dark nights, but I really love running in cold weather. It means I keep moving – it’s too cold to stop. The …
Review: Unilite headtorch
The clocks have changed, it’s officially Autumn, time to dig out the winter running wear and the hi-vis. It’s important to stay safe and visible when running at night – see this post for tips on staying safe in the dark. I live in a rural area, my street has no streetlights. (I’m still using this …
Race Review: Leeds #tough10 2017
Last Saturday my friends and I took part in Tough 10 at Roundhay Park in Leeds. It was part of a series of #tough10 challenges taking place all over the country in aid of Cancer Research. There are no obstacles in these events – just a chance to take on some of the UK’s toughest …