Category: Race Reviews

The Virtual London Marathon

February 8, 2021

On the 4th October 2020 over 37,000 runners took part in the Virtual Virgin Money London Marathon- running the iconic 26.2miles anytime within a 24 hour period, anywhere in the world. You could run this in one go or break it down into smaller amounts. This was a chance to run the London Marathon YOUR WAY and celebrate the 40th anniversary of the race. Find out how I got on and how you can get involved with the 2021 edition. … More The Virtual London Marathon

Ironman Virtual Race Club: VR3

April 19, 2020

I’ve decided that it’s time to start stepping out of my comfort zone in the comfort of my own home and I’ll be pushing myself to take on a different challenge each weekend during the lockdown period. This weekend was my first experience of the Ironman Virtual Racing Series and a steep learning curve in balcony running, turbo transitions and mastering multiple bits of tech (which I am useless at)! … More Ironman Virtual Race Club: VR3

Big Half Race Recap

March 11, 2020

On Sunday 1 March thousands of runners took the the streets of London for the Vitality Big Half marathon, a race regarded as the warm up event for the London Marathon later that spring. Starting at Tower Bridge and finishing in the shadow of the Cutty Sark, Greenwich, the route encompasses many of the iconic highlights of the London Marathon. Here is my race recap of my second time at the Big Half. … More Big Half Race Recap

Run Barbados Marathon Weekend, Things to do in Barbados and Travel Recap- Press Trip

December 30, 2019

The Run Barbados International Marathon Weekend offers an ideal collection of destination races for anyone looking to enjoy some winter sunshine whilst pursing their running agenda. The Marathon, Half Marathon, 10k, 5k and mile fun run take place as part of the bigger Run Barbados International Marathon weekend with the selection of races over the course of three days in early December. On the 4 December 2019 I headed out on an invited press trip with Visit Barbados to participate in the marathon weekend and see more of what beautiful Barbados has to offer. … More Run Barbados Marathon Weekend, Things to do in Barbados and Travel Recap- Press Trip

Parkruns, marathons, triathlons and adventures: my 2019 highlights

December 29, 2019

I don’t know about you but, 2019 has been a funny year. It’s simultaneously felt like it has flown by, and yet at the same time felt like a never ending year where a lot of stuff has been crammed it. Marathons, triathlons, adventures and adult stuff like buying our first home- 2019 has had it all and picking a top 10 has been tricky so here’s a top 12!   … More Parkruns, marathons, triathlons and adventures: my 2019 highlights

My first ultra marathon: Race to the King recap 2019

June 30, 2019

One week on from Race to the King and I’m still on the biggest high. My very first ultra marathon experience, getting to share all the miles and memories with Livvy and what an unforgettable weekend it was! I still can’t believe I ran that far, and I’m in shock at just how much I’m enjoying all this trail running malarkey. … More My first ultra marathon: Race to the King recap 2019