Category: Running
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Running through a pandemic
We have seen races and events cancelled and postponed as the world grapples with the ongoing effects of this pandemic. Now there is some light at the end of the tunnel, with some ‘Covid-secure’ races and events billed. I have been reflecting on what this means for me. I was an active club runner, run…
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The return of parkrun
I consider myself a parkrun supporter. I’ve supported, volunteered and run at parkrun events, but the sentiment and tone of the recent announcements feel off-balance to me. For example, the announcement of the delay of the restart of the 5k events on Saturday 5th June. The headline, “Today parkrun UK has announced that it has been forced to delay…
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Connecting with nature
Mental Health Awareness Week causes me to reflect on the therapeutic nature and benefits of my connection with nature. I’ve always found comfort in nature. Over the years, I relished being exposed to the challenge and calming influence of the elements. As a boy, I became a proficient paddler, keen to find solace in a…
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Lace up and go running!
“Run when you can, walk if you have to, crawl if you must; just never give up.” Dean Karnazes
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Bridges of The Tyne Road Race 2018
Tuesday, July 3, 2018 Bridges of The Tyne, or BOTT as we fondly refer to it, is a go-to race for many Striders, where the standard of competition is high. Most importantly, Tyne Bridge Harriers put on a consistently excellent event, and are renowned for the enthusiastic, cheerful marshals (thanks all concerned!). I had an extended…
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Laufen mit TriAs Hildesheim
Saturday, January 20, 2018 What else after a rather pleasing outcome at the Georgengarten parkrun? Suitably re-fueled by coffee and cake, I was looking forward to running with the TriAs triathlon club (http://www.trias-hildesheim.de/index.php) in Hildesheim, courtesy of a kind invitation from work colleague, Nils. “Come along, it will be fun, 12km or so at a…
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Border Harriers 66th Brampton to Carlisle 10 mile Road Race 2017
Sunday, November 19, 2017 Although some may not see the appeal of a wintry run along main and minor roads which are not closed, I relish the prospect of this, the oldest 10-mile road race in Britain. Slick organisation, a net downhill course (albeit with a few negative decline challenges!), friendly atmosphere and the lure of a…
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Airport Run – LHR T5
London Heathrow Airport Terminal 5, Tuesday, March 14, 2017 ~5.7km For some time, I have been interested in what some may see as a slightly unusual run; inside London Heathrow airport Terminal 5. My motivation comes from spending way too much time in airports, and Ben Edelman, an associate professor at the Harvard Business School,…
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Amsterdam Half Marathon
Sunday, October 16, 2016 Amsterdam plays host to a number of running events over one weekend, including a Half Marathon, and Marathon. I selected the Half Marathon, and lured by the lack of hills, attended with the purpose of securing a PB, aiming for a time of1:55. This is an event for those who appreciate…
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Lisburn Half Marathon
Lisburn & Castlereagh City Council host what is considered one of Northern Ireland’s largest sporting participation events (~6,000 runners), offering a mid-week Half Marathon, 10k, and 3K Fun Run. I stayed at the Holiday Inn Express at Queen’s Quarter, Belfast, adjacent to Botanic train station, which is also a popular choice for Belfast running events.…