Saturday started early, with a big breakfast and a lift to the train station to meet my running partner Frizzer. This would be the first time that I had been to London as an adult, and I was as excited as a kid at Christmas!We dropped our bags
the other’s best distance.Do you still get as much satisfaction racing now as when you first started?I have the same enthusiasm for the sport now as I did 30 years ago. I am like a child on Christmas day every time I compete.What’s the best piece of training
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with a mini-reconnaissance of the bike course. "By the time I got to Zurich I was like a little boy waiting for Christmas, but with a catch," explained TC. "I could see my presents under the tree. I'd asked Father Christmas for a shiny medal and a big
good idea to light yourself up like a Christmas tree to ensure you can see and be seen on winter training outings. Here are some ideas to get you started. And don't forget: more is more when it comes to reflective, flashing and fluoro kit
instead of meeting friends for an early evening run. Here are some simple eating strategies that will keep you energised:Shrink your mealsRather than super-sizing your meals, keep portion sizes small to avoid stuffing yourself like a Christmas turkey
one last big race in before Christmas
December TBC Luton Marathon, Beds Undulating, multiple-lap courses; getting one last big race in before Christmas--Have we missed any?We'll be updating this list as more events are confirmed over the months ahead but please do get in touch if you spot any
I'd experience if someone told me they were decorating 50 bedrooms in 50 days."Too Much Water: "Apparently some crazy Germans do 12 in 12 days for the 12 days of Christmas."Plodding Hippo: "I get bored if long running alone, but in a race I'm in too
or too aggresive, but a race or two before Christmas and definitely a spring marathon. If you're struggling to get into the big races then somewhere like Lochaber is a great alternative: a really good race and a nice weekend break. Good luck. – bunions
