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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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Tom was selected to represent England for the first time at the 2024 Chester Marathon, and finished as 2nd place M40 and 5th overall in the England Team, in 2:32:03. Read more here, or sign up for more news.