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 →
Forest & Moors 10k
I haven't done the Forest & Moors 10k before, nor heard much about it. But the club social team had put this down as one of our events (with picnic afterwards) so we thought it would be a really good one to join in with. This was our first club event since before Covid. It... Continue Reading →
Lakeland Trails Keswick 15k trail challenge 2021
It was good to be back. I’ve missed this, getting away, into a beautiful place, forgetting about the stresses for a while. Unusually we were on our own for this LT run (normally there are a few friends that come over too) which changed the tone of the weekend, but gave us a chance to... 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 →