We have entered the era of covid-19 and the lock-down in the UK has become official since 23rd March. We are allowed to exercise in the local area but not to travel out of town. I really miss my favourite running routes but I am fortunate to live on the edge of town within a … Continue reading Keeping it Local
Author: Derek Lee
I was born in Croydon, South London and eventually settled in Northamptonshire. After more than 30 years as a clinical psychologist in the NHS, my welcome retirement finds me dabbling in bits and pieces - e.g., writing, running, martial arts and photography.
Running into Spring
This post is just a brief training update for the sake of completeness before I introduce the next phase. I use the term "training" quite loosely because i do not have any upcoming events to aim for. The target is really to keep those limbs moving. 17th January 2020 A visit to the Brampton Valley … Continue reading Running into Spring
On The Road Again – Again
My first use of the title was back in 2016, so a bit of recycling as we come into 2020 does not seem unreasonable. The themes are also recycled - recovery runs following large gaps in training and updates following long gaps between posts. It seems that I am in a repetitive cycle of being … Continue reading On The Road Again – Again
Autumn Morning Run and Training Update
The first day of autumn and the sun was shining over Aldwincle Lake this morning when I ventured out for yet another "recovery run". This is running for enjoyment and pleasure, with no pressure to perform well. It is not about PBs or heroics or building resilience, stamina or muscle. It is to keep the … Continue reading Autumn Morning Run and Training Update
Another Barefoot Mile
It is that time of year again, relaxing on the Black Sea coast at Shkorpilovtsi. But my body needs a gentle reminder that demands will still be made of it, never mind being on holiday. Hence my traditional barefoot mile run along the shoreline, enjoying the feel of the sand and surf underfoot. I did … Continue reading Another Barefoot Mile
Rothwell Town Carnival 10k
As promised, a personal account of the inaugural Rothwell Town Carnival 10k, wonderfully organised by Desborough Races . This was the first outing for my new Alzheimer's Research UK top, for whom I will be raising funds in my next big race. Details and funding opportunities will be revealed shortly under the heading Operation Newkie … Continue reading Rothwell Town Carnival 10k
Naturally Reserved
For completeness, I bring you my latest training run.... 4th July The goal for today was to have a gentle recovery run in preparation for my race on 6th July. I chose Titchmarsh Nature Reserve because by nature I'm reserved! Haha, only joking - I chose it because it offers a fairly flat run around … Continue reading Naturally Reserved
Positively Inclined, On the Line and Partly Submerged
The title describes my three most recent training activities. Of course, I like my titles to work hard, so we can extract some further meanings as the post progresses. I want to get my money's worth. 28th June I thought it was important to try to rediscover my old training habits by including a bit … Continue reading Positively Inclined, On the Line and Partly Submerged
Slow Train to Fitness
I spent a long time trying to come up with a title for this post. In essence, it is another "catch-up", summarising my training to date during June. I looked for suitable quotations about June to help disguise the repetitive theme of catching up, but that would have come across as too contrived. I found … Continue reading Slow Train to Fitness
Another Catch-up
Hey, I am the catch-up runner! Well, I try to catch-up with those in front, but not particularly successfully. In fact, it is difficult to even catch-up with myself at times. Often my mind has raced ahead when I've been out for a training run, and only later have my legs caught up. It … Continue reading Another Catch-up
Psychologist on the Run 