).Aiming for MdS 2012.Problem: I like cake.

to train for MDS when i get round to it any advice on kit and training or an offer of a running partner would be cool cheers

Hi there,I've just agreed to run the MDS for charity in 2007 - but I have never done a marathon before, or even a half.I'm fairly fit though - but need to seriously get into some kind of training regime / schedule to get the necesssary level

but at nearly 2 grand this is way beyond my means for such a race. I know it doesn't compare with things like the MdS it's still too much for me

Got the email through today to say that entries for the UK places in the 2011 MdS will be taken on Wednesday, 2nd July. They use an online entry system now, so if you're looking for a place, I'd get in quick.More info on the BOM website:http://www

Superb accomplishment. There is a Team of 6 of us from my local Tri club doing this on September 22nd. I am really looking forward to the challenege. Rachael - you make me doing the MDS seem very small - what an incredible achievement, youre

Hi all. I am running in the marathon des sable next march.So I class myself as being reasonably fit. I am 40 next year and want to do an IM to mark this!!! My question is this: Could I have a few weeks off to recuperate after the MDS and then start

am doing mds next year... but novice to ultras. is anyone looking for a team member for this race... enthusiastic and reasonably fit female 50 miles a week, 1 x 20 mile run... are there any similar races before april that would be good for mds

Can anyone suggest a tried & tested rucksack for doing the Marathon des sables with? Their website recommends 'Moletrack' but they don't seem available in the UK. Thanks. there is a UK supplier - you can buy all sorts of MDS kit here including

i am looking for a training programm or advice to build one for the mds next year. mostly running... I plan to run several times a day to build the overall target and fit in with family... run with running buggy and child 3 or 4and half stone inside