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- steve c463 0-100 Miles in 6 Months The trials and tribulations of a 50-something preparing to run 100 miles in the name of Factor50. 4 POSTS read the blog
- Alex Kendall 5 marathons in 5 weeks By running five marathons in five weeks, Alex hopes to inspire others to take action to save the environment. Follow his training, thoughts and motivations here. 10 POSTS read the blog
- MaryLS A Novice's Account of Barefoot Running Mary tackles barefoot running for the first time. She shares her ups, downs, thoughts and musings about minimalist running as she competes in races for charity. 3 POSTS read the blog
- jonmackintosh Aim high, anything is possible! From unfit and overweight to ultra fit but still a little overweight! The trials and tribulations of Jonathan's journey from three miles to 53... and beyond. 32 POSTS read the blog
- BenMoreau Ben’s Olympic Dream Follow elite marathon runner, Ben Moreau, on his path to the 2012 Olympics (via the newsagents to satisfy his love of chocolate). 27 POSTS read the blog
- Stonetiger999 Born To Plod Accomplished ultra-marathon runner. Gazelle-like sprinter. Writer of a blog that hardly ever goes off at random tangents. None of these statements apply to Jay, who (happily) still feels like a beginner despite having starting running a year ago. 30 POSTS read the blog
- Pinky13 Changing Room Drama Queen Forget getting fit Pam Swift just wanted to get into her favourite clothes, that was her biggest motivation. So a few months down the line what's changed? 17 POSTS read the blog
- Chronic Runner Chronic Runner Caolan is a runner, a mother, a wife, a climber, and a philosopher (I think about and teach Philosophy for a living) .Some think I have a little running problem - but running is like eating to me. 28 POSTS read the blog
- Grum Crashing through the undergrowth! Thoughts and actions from running outside the box. 2 POSTS read the blog
- Kim Ingleby Energised Running Thoughts Personal Trainer Kim, a Sports NLP Coach & Sports Therapist, shares her top tips for all areas of running, helping you complete your first race with confidence or to gain the edge in your next race. Kim trains clients from GB athletes to beginners. 25 POSTS read the blog
- Bob32 Give Me Strength Julie is a runner and a coach who has a passion for health and fitness and a strong belief that strength training is a must every runners week. 11 POSTS read the blog
- Edward Going Downhill Edward's been running for nearly 30 years, but at 54 is witnessing first hand the fall-off in performance that ageing brings. Humour and help in equal portions for anyone suffering the same fate. 3 POSTS read the blog
- GJames Greg James' Marathon Mission Radio 1 DJ Greg James had a dream; to run his first marathon in London’s Olympic year. Teaming up with his producer Laura, Greg is realising his dream and will run the London Marathon in support of The Stroke Association and in memory of his Grandfather. 1 POST read the blog
- manths Hit the Ground Running A 20-something non-runner who has stupidly signed herself up for a half marathon — can she do it? 5 POSTS read the blog
- SandGoby I Think Therefore I Run Tamsin considers the health effects and environmental implications of running and how it is shaped by modern science...Who says that “pavement pounders” can’t be big thinkers?! 4 POSTS read the blog
- thesaster London Marathon Virgin 2012 Follow the trials and tribulations of Sarah Lees as she tackles her first London Marathon. 23 POSTS read the blog
- Mimi Marvellous Mimi Record-breaking ultra runner, glamorous grandmother and fan of all things pink, Mimi Anderson. 34 POSTS read the blog
- lordmooch Michael’s Meanderings For self confessed computer geek, Michael Lysons, running is all about having fun. Well, most of the time it is. 23 POSTS read the blog
- gavtris Misadventures in Multisport Former track hurdler, 30s, seeks multisport nirvana. Must fit around family and job; must be prepared to make allowances for finite talent, budget, and hours in day. 9 POSTS read the blog
- Papi runs Papi Runs With the news of his new baby, Rowan decided to put the beers, cigs and the rest to one side and run the Great Langdale once again. Caught by the running bug, he's finding it's infectious. 6 POSTS read the blog
- Bo Novak Plant-Powered Running Girl From total beginner to half-marathoner (I hope!) in time for my 46th birthday. Thoughts about vegan nutrition and women's health along the way. 15 POSTS read the blog
- John Stanford Relay GB Running is about setting challenges. Here's one set to motivate many people rather than just the individuals. 4 POSTS read the blog
- respectthestupidity Respect the Stupidity Matt Beardshall, author of Coast to Coast, has been described as “the runner’s runner”. Here’s his unique take on life on the run. 45 POSTS read the blog
- meelymason Run Off My Feet A beginner runner from Mansfield, who tries hard to fit running around, work, home and two young children. 10 POSTS read the blog
- Mark Cooper Runs Europe Running For My Life Mark started running in a bit to quite smoking in 2007. By 2010 he ran from Amsterdam to Barcelona and now runs ultra marathons anywhere my passport will allow him. Mark is a motivational speaker, follow his progress and advice on goal setting. 12 POSTS read the blog
- running_dan_w Running For Others Inspired by his wife's illness, Dan decided to run 800k in 12 months for charity. This is his story. 6 POSTS read the blog
- KateA Running Free Kate Allatt survived a brainstem stroke with Lockedin syndrome. She couldn't walk, talk, swallow or move, only blink. Prior to that she ran 70 miles and was preparing to scale Kilimanjaro. Now her challenge is to run 1km in the Percy Pud race in Sheffi 7 POSTS read the blog
- JuliaA Running To Learn An international marathon runner in the 80s and still fast in her fifties, the lessons Julia has learnt mastering her running have helped her better master life. Find out how here! 31 POSTS read the blog
- bugbear She Runs, She writes Fiona Bugler is a mum of two and a runner and writer with ambitions to run a sub three-hour marathon 16 POSTS read the blog
- ToughGirl The Adrenaline Zone Tough girl Aimee is looking to take on new challenges and try anything to get the heart racing and adrenaline flowing. 15 POSTS read the blog
- Running Bear The Art of Running and Training Follow Edward, runner, beer lover and big man, as he prepares for a 100 mile race and examines the artistic side of a running life. 27 POSTS read the blog
- Moriarty The Meaning of Running Moriarty muses on why we run and shares the story of how it helped him recover from alcoholism. 18 POSTS read the blog
- AdamT The Next Step The tale of your average runner taking on new challenges after meeting some extraordinary characters 6 POSTS read the blog
- SandMan The Race From Hell The story of Bug co-founder Joe Mountain's jungle marathon, where venom, acid and jaguars were all in a day's racing 7 POSTS read the blog
- slowbutsteady The Reluctant Runner A 40-year-old mother of two who really should know better having completed the Belfast Marathon 2011. Currently training for the Brighton Marathon 2012 in an attempt to inject some discipline into her life and a little less thigh into her jeans. 31 POSTS read the blog
- therunningdan The Running Dan The Running Bug's Dan Foley on running, health and what's going on at Running Bug HQ. 16 POSTS read the blog
- James Dunne The Running Technique Coach James coaches runners and triathletes of all levels to help them improve their running technique, develop functional strength and promote increased mobility and good running posture. Read his practical advice for all runners. 1 POST read the blog
- davidbrowncoach The Sporting Mind Get your mind right and the rest will come. David Brown from The Academy of The Sporting Mind on the mental side of running 5 POSTS read the blog
- thefizzio The Treatment Plinth A chartered physiotherapist, runner and all-round 'into his exercise' kinda guy, Matt sets about debunking injury and rehabilitation myths. 4 POSTS read the blog
- Kevin Quinn Thoughts of a Runner Father to a brilliant boy, Finley. Husband to a lucky lady, Gabrielle (although to be fair I am punching above my weight), founder of realrunners.co.uk and massive athletics fan. Training for Hamburg Marathon (2.28) and hoping for sub 2.20 later this year. 6 POSTS read the blog
- toddleckie Triathlon is the day job Committed to training as a professional triathlete for three years, Todd Leckie's regime is often swim, bike, run, sleep, repeat. But some interesting stuff also happens along the way... 3 POSTS read the blog
- RunDeeMc Ultra Ambition Dee was a non-runner who said: ‘Why not?’ when offered a place on the London Marathon three years ago. Now, she's about to run the race of a lifetime, the notorious Marathon des Sables ultra marathon. 23 POSTS read the blog
- Journopig Virgin London Marathon Virgin Join Nell as she trains for her first attempt at the Virgin London Marathon in April 2011 16 POSTS read the blog
- watfordlooper Wake Up Call From marathon runner to overweight smoker and back again, this is the story of how Simon re-found his love of running. 2 POSTS read the blog

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The Accrington 10k and My First Problem

Posted 6 months ago

by MaryLS
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The pain has now eased and I'm stuck in rush hour - the perfect time to reflect on my first 10k experience! On Sunday, along with 302 other runners, I braved the Pennine Hills of the Accrington 10k Road Race. I was extremely apprehensive of that cloudy...
Rule Number One

Posted 6 months ago

by MaryLS
- 1 Comments
Rule number one of barefoot/minimalist running is to ease yourself in slowly. Theory goes that thanks to those cushioned running shoes that you've been wearing for who knows how long, you're feet and legs have become weak in the areas you need...
Barefoot beginnings

Posted 7 months ago

by MaryLS
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This is it. For the last time, I donned my three-year-old (I know!) Nikes to pound the pavements. This week, I am switching to Vibram FiveFingers Biklia and beginning to train for various 5 and 10Ks around the North West, and you are more than welcome...

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