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Thames Valley 10K at Dorney Lake Race Recap

Thames Valley 10K at Dorney Lake Race Recap

Thames Valley 10K at Dorney Lake Race Recap I don't even know if I remember how to write a race report. It has been that long since I last lined up at the start of one. On Saturday I ran the F3 Thames Valley 10K at Dorney Lake with my friend Tam, after 14 months...

The Best Virtual Running Races This Spring

The Best Virtual Running Races This Spring

It can be difficult to stay motivated at the moment and if you’re feeling that way then don’t worry. You’re definitely not alone! With in-person races not on the calendar in the UK for at least a few more weeks, things are a little uncertain. The weather is a bit up...

Brighton Half Marathon 2020 Race Recap

AKA the windiest race I've ever run. 45 mile per hour winds along the coastline is no joke. At one point I looked over to my right just in time to see a couple of runners get pounded by one of the waves breaking over the sea wall! I'd been invited down to Brighton by...

Race Day Anxiety & Resolution 10K Race Recap

I both love and loathe races.  I LOVE the community, the volunteers, the comraderie of the other runners and the medals. And it is VERY convenient to have portaloos and drinks stations on the course.  But when I’m actually racing, wow that is nerve wracking. Knowing...

RunThrough Wimbledon Christmas Fun Run Race Recap

'You never regret a run'... except the times that you do, kind of. I really enjoyed the Christmas Fun Run on Sunday however it was probably not the best thing for my body when I'm dealing with the cough/cold thing that's going round right now and I'm paying for it...

Nepal Impact Marathon Race Recap

I hadn't pooped yet and I was starting to panic.... Setting off from the scout hut to the race start line without having completed all my morning rituals.In fact, I'd be super blase about it all and ended up having to run to catch up with the group leaving for the...

Brighton Half Marathon 2020 Race Recap

AKA the windiest race I've ever run. 45 mile per hour winds along the coastline is no joke. At one point I looked over to my right just in time to see a couple of runners get pounded by one of the waves breaking over the sea wall! I'd been invited down to Brighton by...

Egham and Thorpe Half Marathon

Well if you follow me on Instagram you'll see that the Egham and Thorpe Half Marathon did not go to plan for me. Whilst it wasn't a goal race by any means, I entered last minute to use the race atmosphere to do a workout that I was dreading. I don't know if I've got...

Race Day Anxiety & Resolution 10K Race Recap

I both love and loathe races.  I LOVE the community, the volunteers, the comraderie of the other runners and the medals. And it is VERY convenient to have portaloos and drinks stations on the course.  But when I’m actually racing, wow that is nerve wracking. Knowing...