Not to mention Tempo-free Tuesday! It has been one of those weeks where lots of thoughts about running have not been put into practice. I think there are two main contributory factors to this state of affairs. Firstly, a lovely autumn cold, with all that entails - especially the lethargy, each movement as slow and … Continue reading Fartlekless Friday
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Ad Libitum Sunday Running
So, we're getting all highbrow now are we, throwing in a bit of Latin to make a mundane post seem more interesting? Absolutely. Guilty as charged. Mea culpa. Another deviation from tradition today because I undertook my long run in the late afternoon instead of in the morning. It actually worked out well, having time … Continue reading Ad Libitum Sunday Running
Sunday Habits
It may well be the case that I have sinned against the esteemed establishment of elite runners (of which I am a dishonorable member), but I do not have any immediate plans to take Holy orders. The Sunday habits to which I refer are about getting back into the routine of regular running. Experienced long … Continue reading Sunday Habits
My Annual Puppet on a String Run
I suppose one way to describe my running style (and there are many comparisons that come to mind) would be like a puppet on a string. However, that is not the thinking behind this post. This morning it was a bit overcast here on the Black Sea coast in Bulgaria, perfect conditions for a little … Continue reading My Annual Puppet on a String Run
Dr Derek’s Running Equations
It often surprises me how my mind seems to end up in strange places when I am running. I suppose if it is an often occurring event, the element of surprise should have diminished over time. However, such an inconvenient fact would have deprived me of a good opening line. And the capacity to be … Continue reading Dr Derek’s Running Equations
Dr Derek’s YI Foods System
There is a smorgasbord of advice available to runners who want to optimise their training and racing by adopting the right nutritional strategy. We elite athletes don't have time for diets - we go straight in with nutritional strategies. I'm sure everyone is familiar with high and low GI (glycaemic index) foods. Less well known … Continue reading Dr Derek’s YI Foods System
Running Behind Schedule
I skipped my Sunday long run this week - as in missed it, not that I actually skipped and gamboled like a lamb for several miles. That would be something to blog about! My plan was to do a Monday long run instead, but that didn't quite happen either. Quite happen? Let's be honest, it … Continue reading Running Behind Schedule
Running with Jelly Babies
This is a sign of things getting serious - 35 days out from the big day and I'm turning my attention to my nutritional strategy. I have dabbled with dates, fiddled with figs, and today I've been jogging with jelly babies. They pack a good carbohydrate punch, and with correct pacing of their consumption, can … Continue reading Running with Jelly Babies
Running Like a Penguin
Further to last week's post (Running Against the Rules), I have received a warning letter from the marathon police threatening to confiscate one of my training shoes for a week. This would have meant training in hopping mode, and I didn't fancy getting in touch with my inner frog. So, despite the inclement conditions, I … Continue reading Running Like a Penguin
Running Against the Rules
It is not widely known that we elite athletes have to sign up to a solemn code of practice once we put on our personalised running shoes. These are not personalised in the sense of having our initials embroidered on them (but I daresay this could be an option), rather they match the degree … Continue reading Running Against the Rules
Psychologist on the Move 