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Monthly Archives: September 2018
Wk38 & 39 into October
It took a week or so for me to get back into a normal pattern after being away, but by last weekend I was almost there. I’d told myself I’d run 9-10 miles the day we came back (Saturday)… but … Continue reading
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1,000 miles running target for 2018
Those of you who have followed me for a while will know that in 2017 I set myself the challenge of running 100 miles a month. I found it very motivating to do, and by the end of the year … Continue reading
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Tasty Blueberry & Banana Loaf
On Monday night I decided I’d make this recipe … https://www.runnersworld.co.uk/nutrition/recipes/gluten-free-blueberry-banana-bread I don’t really mind that it’s gluten free… I’ll eat anything – gluten free or not, but it had simple ingredients, it was tasty and easy to make. – … Continue reading
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Scottish Half Marathon 2018
The doms are slowly wearing off after my first attempt at the Scottish Half Marathon on Sunday 23rd September, and what a good event it was. From getting good reminders, and a simple login system with lots of information, to … Continue reading
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Lunchtime runs?
I was thinking, for the winter, it would be good if some like minded people in my work who enjoy running too, might be interested in being a part of a regular running group at work. It would certainly motivate … Continue reading
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My Scottish Half Strategy
I figured with a couple of days to go until the Scottish half, it’d be a good idea to look at the route and elevation, and the weather and see what my plans for the run will be. Having been … Continue reading
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9 days in New York City
As you might have already realised, we had a great holiday, and 3-4 days after we got back we’re only now adjusted to the time zones. Just in time to go back to work. I know I wrote this down … Continue reading
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Got my number
Today I got my number for the Scottish Half Marathon this weekend – https://www.scottishhalfmarathon.com/ 1197 👍🏻 Looking forward to it.
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Oops – zzz
It’s lucky we still have a few days off after coming back from New York… we’re back to work on Wednesday. I was thinking yesterday that after the night time flight, where I maybe got 5 hours sleep, that I’d … Continue reading
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My Pearson Porridge
When I stayed with my lovely Uncle and Aunt recently, my uncle made me a nice concoction of porridge, or overnight oats … and I figured when I got back from my holidays I’d make my own again. His version … Continue reading
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