Learning from the best: My reflections on an elite sports nutrition study day
As a member of the British Dietetic Association (BDA) Sports Nutrition Specialist Group (SNG) for several years, I had attended their annual study days whenever possible in the past, and always found them genuinely insightful and practical. So I was particularly...
Representing England at Chester Marathon (2:32): my big six takeaways
In the previous blog I recapped the events that led to my selection for England representation in the marathon at Chester…well, that day duly arrived in early October 2024, and it was a special one that taught me loads! Here are six of my takeaways: Unusual build and...
Winning MK Marathon and qualifying for England representation!
I had the considerable honour in October 2024 of representing England in my age group at the marathon distance. I have to pinch myself that I’m writing that sentence. Although my running has progressed nicely over the past decade, I never imagined I would reach this...
RED-S and underfuelling
It’s not uncommon to start a ‘running journey’ with the intention of losing weight, and as anyone who has discovered a passion for running will know, it really can be the start of a chain of positive health changes that might include weight management. However, as...
Valencia Marathon 2023: 2:30:10 (PB)
As I write this, we've just taken off from Valencia, on our way back to London Heathrow. Even if it weren't for the pink bracelets on every arm and 'easy run' shoes on every foot, it's unmistakably a plane full of tired, creaky, happy marathon runners. It's time for...
London Marathon 2023: 2h34 PB
Running as a new dad – five things I’ve learned
Between the nappy changes, sleepless nights, gurgles and cryng fits (there are some good bits, I promise), it is hard to look after yourself during early fatherhood. Three months in, I thought I’d come up for air to share five thoughts on trying to remain a...
11 things I learned from London Marathon 2022
Let’s start with the headlines: a first London Championship start, a 2:38:12 finish, a PB of nearly two minutes, and a negative split (1:19:21 / 1:18:51). I am genuinely over the moon with this, but as ever with the marathon, this is just the start of the story, and I...
Hydration hydration hydration: everything you need to know about hydration in endurance running
I was given a last minute place at Hackney Half a couple of weeks ago which meant (full disclosure here) that I ran under someone else’s name, thereby committing one of running’s seven deadly sins. I haven’t yet come up with a list of the other six, but perhaps that’s...
Manchester Marathon 2021
It’s that time again. My precious day off after the marathon, where I spend the day eating, drinking, and reminiscing on the sofa, overflowing with pain and pride. When you’re a recreational runner, these moments are so monumental and unforgettable that they...
