pace or RPM and being overly cautious on the day.Having typed that lament, I can happily admit that I loved the race itself. Part of the battle building up to the Dextro Energy Triathlon London was to conquer my irrational dislike of cycling. Before
the way.Before I eulogise too much, it's time to get back to racing mode. This evening will be a quiet one for me spent swotting up the big no-no, drafting, and on triathlon's essential race day rules and etiquette.Good luck if you're racing in tomorrow
steel frame with fetching white handlebars, I felt a burst of affection. Murmuring and jealous glances from the rest of the office proved my brand new bike would turn heads.Much as I could stare lovingly at my bike all day without exposing
just mucking in and loving the sport - an ethos that suited me just fine.All that was left was to collect my race number from the small-but-perfectly-formed expo and relax before the big day - hardly a feat in such a charming tourist hotspot. Carb
The Skeleton Run 5 (Leicestershire, October 29)As darkness sets, grab a costume and join a band of fearless runners and nordic walkers for a thrilling Halloween race. The hilly trails of Beacon Hill Country Park offer the perfect racing grounds
Studland Country Fair 5K (Dorset, August 29)On a bank holiday weekend there's nothing better than heading to the seaside or a country fair. Combine both with this charming race which takes you around Poole Harbour before heading back
along the way making sure you'll never have a dull moment. Some fast times will be notched up in this event, chosen as the County 10 Mile Championship and the final race in the 2011 Leicestershire Road Running League. However, even if you're not a speed
of the big day. Race hard to be London's speediest Santa or just enjoy taking part in this feelgood event. Enter online now.Liverpool Santa Dash 5K (Liverpool, December 5)In Liverpool they don't do things by halves. Not content to be the largest festive race
-Marathon in March, I've suffered from unrelenting tightness and pain in my lower left calf.After the race, I rested up for a month (a whole month!) but then, refusing to admit defeat, I was back pounding the pavements. On days off from the gym bike, I've been
woodland of Sherwood Pines. A good mix of inclines and flat trails should keep you entertained over the two lap Robin Hood 10K, testing Evil Sheriff duathlon, single lap Maid Marian 5K or the family-friendly Little John 2K. The race has a friendly
