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
The Big Catch-up
Hello everybody! Is there anyone there? Maybe "everybody" speaks of a plurality that does not exist. Oh, it has been a long, long time since I last posted here. Hence the title. It has been quite a challenging start to the year with bugs and a persistent feeling of fatigue. This may be partly linked … Continue reading The Big Catch-up
Dark Satanic Treadmills
Oh, there has been a slight hiatus in my usually very strict training schedule. We elite athletes need to keep to the rules, and I believe my membership of the Elite Running Club (ERC) is under review following recent weeks of lacklustre training. Rumours are afoot that we could be facing a DEXIT, and who … Continue reading Dark Satanic Treadmills
Dreadmill Friday
This morning found me prevaricating about where to run. Last night I had thoughts of returning to the Brampton Valley Way for a gentle run, but there was a definite chill in the air this morning. This was confirmed by our very technical weather monitoring equipment in the garden. Yes, the birdbath was frozen. Erring … Continue reading Dreadmill Friday
Running into 2019
To all my followers and to anyone just passing by or dropping in - my very best wishes for a Happy New Year! If you are a runner, then I hope you get in the miles and avoid any injuries or other setbacks. If you are thinking about taking up regular running, then I hope … Continue reading Running into 2019
Yule Training Log
[Post-Christmas note - this article was originally posted with a header image of me in a funny Christmas hat, with sheep in the background, and the header title "Psychologist on the Sofa", with the strapline "Hey, if the hat fits, why not rest a while?"] Welcome to my special festive look blog! It is the … Continue reading Yule Training Log
Variation is the Very Spice of Running
While having a routine is an important part of training, doing the same thing all the time can get a bit boring. This risks undermining your motivation and sapping your enthusiasm. I have ostensibly structured my week around the main types of run, which in itself provides some variation. Herewith are some further variations... Route … Continue reading Variation is the Very Spice of Running
Booster Rockets and Running from Lions
I can understand if the title seems a bit dramatic to describe my Recovery Plus run today, but please allow me to provide some context. My three year-old grandson (Noa) is still here, and, as you can imagine, this necessitates a shift in priorities. We have been to the National Space Centre in Leicester and … Continue reading Booster Rockets and Running from Lions
On Track and Off Track
You will be pleased to learn that this is not one of my famous quasi-training posts, I actually managed to get out and do a bit of running today. Admittedly, it was not a Tempo Tuesday - I am far from my springtime level of fitness due to a lingering bug (and I am no … Continue reading On Track and Off Track
Thomas the Tank Friday
In Memoriam - Ineke Poultney This is my first post since the sad passing of Ineke last week after a courageous battle against cancer. She showed her unique humour and quirky view of the world until the end. She was always prompting me to blog, and it seems my humour and photography were greatly valued … Continue reading Thomas the Tank Friday
Psychologist on the Move 