Many apologies for being late with this post, but I have been a bit busy this weekend, what with driving the 300 plus miles to Edinburgh, taking part in a bit of a running race, and then driving home the following day. My brain is a bit low on inspirational juice at present, so I … Continue reading Running Late…
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Running into the Wall
I missed a trick with last week's post when I literally ran into a wall - well, at least kind of stumbled against it. This week I had an encounter with the metaphorical wall that elite endurance athletes like myself try to avoid. Yesterday was my last long run before the big event. I approached … Continue reading Running into the Wall
The Not-so-Long Good Friday Run
I set out for my run this morning with intentions that proved to be greater than my ability to deliver. This was due to the recent downturn in my training because of feeling unwell. My cardiovascular and respiratory systems have had a bit of a holiday, so they were suffering from the first day … Continue reading The Not-so-Long Good Friday Run
Running with an Urti
I have been looking after someone's urti for the past few days. I don't know to whom he belongs, but it has meant that my activity levels have been lower than I would have liked this week. There have been opportunities for mid-week running, but in the end I opted for a glass of wine. … Continue reading Running with an Urti
Running a Country Cousin
To paraphrase Brendan Behan, I'm not sure if I'm a runner with writing problems or a writer with running problems. When I sit down to compose these running posts, I always try to find a suitable title that will provide a good peg for the story, and one that will hopefully spark some curiosity. Today … Continue reading Running a Country Cousin
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
Running and Social Facilitation Theory
Oh, my mind was busy today as I trundled along for my weekly "long run". I was aiming for a Pavarotti. To be more specific, it was a flat Pavarotti. The flat part is self-explanatory - after my struggles with hills (or "positive inclines") during earlier long runs, I thought I would revisit a fairly … Continue reading Running and Social Facilitation Theory
Running and the Electric Brae Phenomenon
Today's "long run" did not get off to a promising start. It was lovely to see the bright morning sunshine reflecting off the lake as I approached my usual parking place, but there was a strong icy wind that pierced like a stiletto and offered a degree of resistance - so, sharp, but also like … Continue reading Running and the Electric Brae Phenomenon
McRunning Man is Here!
Oh, what an apposite moment to announce the arrival of McRunning Man - well into Burns' Night and no haggis nor wee dram of whisky has passed my lips, and no skean dhu drawn with culinary intent. This new blog post category has been created to record my various trials and tribulations as my training … Continue reading McRunning Man is Here!
In Praise of Blueberries
My personal attack on purple broccoli has led to a public backlash and the running police are on my case for promoting a more individualistic and maverick approach to training. Random boxes of fresh vegetables (including copious quantities of the dreaded broccoli) have been left on my doorstep, and my email inbox has been … Continue reading In Praise of Blueberries
Psychologist on the Move 