I didn’t have covid particularly badly, in fact I’d say it was pretty mild. But the effects, particularly for running, have been long lasting. I do feel like I’m making progress now, but it has been frustrating! Covid in November 21, just about managed to pick up running a little bit in January - still... Continue Reading →
Kettlewell trail Half Marathon race review – one to remember!
Three weeks ago, at the very end of May, was the time for the Kettlewell Half Marathon. Training had not been perfect, but with Staveley (11 miles) three weeks before and some hill training, I’d hoped it would be enough. Looking fresh at the start (I'd end up in the river later) This race is... Continue Reading →
May training update – less miles than April!
Despite a few long runs in May, overall I did far less miles. Two big races in the month and I was trying to be easy on the body in between and not push too much. Quite a few trail runs, lots of wet runs and the usual everyday running from home. Training update: May:Miles:... Continue Reading →
Lakeland Trails Staveley 18k
At last we were back on the trails. We were supposed to do this race May 2020, it was delayed until late last year, and then postponed again back to it’s normal run month of May. I’ve never done this one before, so I didn't know the route at all. Waiting for the start Road... Continue Reading →
How 2021 is running so far
Here we are already in the middle of April. Things are looking a little more positive at long last. It’s been a long time since I have updated on here and I’ve been trying to work out why. It isn’t because I forget about it - lots of time I think about what I want... Continue Reading →