You’ve got to do your local marathon, and with the start line literally outside my door, there was no excuse really. I’d signed up late last year not really sure of what my plan would be, and with my first 100 mile race planned only 4 weeks after this, it had to be a … Continue reading Edinburgh Marathon
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Selection for The North Face Ultra Team – excited or what!
After the elation of completing the Marathon Des sables, I was expecting to 'come down' as you normally would imagine after such a massive achievement and experience in my life. But that was not to be, I had been selected as part of The North Face Ultra Team! What fantastic news! I have been chosen, … Continue reading Selection for The North Face Ultra Team – excited or what!
MdS – What worked well & not so well
I am a Marathon Des Sables finisher! I successfully completed the gruelling challenge and after months of meticulous planning, it's now time to understand what worked for me and what didn't. If you are planning to do this event or something similar, I hope this information may be of use to you. Se my original … Continue reading MdS – What worked well & not so well
Pre Marathon Des Sables – the final preparations
The time is nigh! The 29th edition of Marathon Des Sables will kick off in the Sahara desert on Sunday 6th April, with me and hubby, Dion taking part and aiming to have the race and time of our lives. Joining 1077 other participants, we will be undertaking an epic adventure to ‘run’ 160 odd … Continue reading Pre Marathon Des Sables – the final preparations
When a healthy habit turns into a full blown obsession!
I had never considered I was a 'runner' until I had a few marathons under my belt and came to the realisation that I was slightly hooked on the sport. Gone were the days of entering a race just to 'complete', I now wanted to 'compete'. Being an Australian I have always had an element … Continue reading When a healthy habit turns into a full blown obsession!
Endurance Life – Coastal Trail Series – Northumberland Ultra 35.7 miles
My first DNFAfter training hard the week before with 123 miles ran I was feeling pretty invincible to say the least. Well I was in my head in any case but my legs seem to tell a different story which was to play out later in the week. I had felt OK but knowing I … Continue reading Endurance Life – Coastal Trail Series – Northumberland Ultra 35.7 miles
Pilgrims Ultra – 2 day event, 66 miles
Driving down to The North Downs way from Edinburgh for the Pilgrims Ultra looked ominous for the pending race. As soon as we crossed the border into England the rain started, and didn't stop! Torrential rain & hazardous driving conditions made the drive extra long, and looking out to fields of water we could only … Continue reading Pilgrims Ultra – 2 day event, 66 miles
On track & feeling strong
What a week! 84 miles in total! That is the furthest I have ran since completing the Kalahari Augrabies Extreme Marathon in October last year. Considering I am training for Pilgrims Ultra in a couple of weeks in the lead up to Marathon Des Sables in April, I would say that is well on track. … Continue reading On track & feeling strong
Keeping the festive ‘cheer’ at bay
The festive period is a tough time for anyone who is trying to keep fit or watch their waistline that's for sure. Which is why I am so proud of my efforts over the festive period. Not that I need to lose weight necessarily, but what woman isn't pleased when the weight comes off, and … Continue reading Keeping the festive ‘cheer’ at bay
A week of ups and downs
Coming down off the adrenaline rush that was Adidas Thunder Run was always going to be a tough week for the mileage. With only 42 miles in the bag for this week, its a pretty low mileage week but I was feeling pretty knackered all in all. I did make good use of my runs, … Continue reading A week of ups and downs
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