Grief is weird… I think that’s my new saying because I find myself saying it over and over and it’s true. This week I’d been saying “it’s nice being back to reality” and it was total bollocks. Why? Because not only am I not back to reality but it’s also not nice. Let me explain: I’m building and shaping a new reality. One without ringing a hospice or visiting one, one without asking my mum how she is each day, one without a mum. And yes, being back home with family and finally back in work and in the gym or pounding the streets has been good, it’s been a relief, but it’s not nice when I remember that this isn’t the reality that I remember. But, I’ve always said that life constantly changes and it throws obstacles your way and I’ve overcome so many in the past 4 years. I know I can do it, I’ve proved I can but it doesn’t make grief any easier. Grief is weird, but it matters and more importantly, you matter. #running #run #runnersworld #runnersofinstagram #runners #runchat #ukrunning #ukrunners #runnerslife #runbts #grief #griefjourney #runningforlife #runningformentalhealth #runnergirl
Saturday morning 5.5 miles 🏃♂️Longest run in 2 months. Hopefully seeing the end of the sciatica 🤞 #run #runner #running #runnersofinstagram #runnersofinsta #runningmotivation #runningcommunity #runningchallenge #runningchallenges #instarunner #instarunning #instarunners #runchat #ukrunchat #ukrunner #ukrunning #ukrunners #fitnessgoals #fitnessmotivation #londonrunner #londonrunning #londonrunners
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Parkrun this morning with the team once again! Kept it light, but still pacy - aimed for 28 minutes which I must say I paced perfectly😂 all gearing up for the Southend Half Marathon next weekend, hoping that the weather plays ball for us. Two games of hockey this weekend too - so Monday isn’t going to be a very mobile day!🤕 #parkrun #running #ukrunning #ukrunners #5krun #distancerunning #distancetraining #newbalancerunning #5km
Enjoyed that run around this morning, managed to run some on a slightly different route I've never ran before too so that's a bonus 👍🏻 #running #runstreak #runner #fitness #runningmotivation #RED #runnersofinstagram #runners #instarunners #training #G2E #motivation #runhappy #marathon #instarun #garmin #gym #instarunner #runningcommunity #ukrunners #ultrarunner #marathoner #workout #gbultras #cycling #runningcommunity #runnerslife #treadmill #zwift #garmin
@parkrunuk #227 ✔️ Nothing special, just ticking it off today after a pretty hectic week at work. It’ll always make you feel better afterwards 👏🏃♂️ #running #runningmotivation #runningcommunity #runners #runnersofinstagram #runner #runninglife #parkrun #halfmarathontraining #halfmarathon #marathontraining #lovewhereyoulive #healthylifestyle #fatlossjourney #parkrunuk #loveparkrun #parkrunner #runningcommunity #strongerfaster #Getactive #runtime #ukrunners #ukrunchat #wearerunners #Brightonmarathon #Marathontraining #intervals #consistency #consistencyiskey #Gym
Chicago Marathon training HAS BEGUN! 🎉 20 weeks until race day in Chicago and I am giving myself more time than the last to train for this one, especially now that @runna has a longer plan on offer. Last time I followed a plan on the Runna app, the longest option was only 16 weeks, even when I wanted a plan that started sooner. I'm happy to see there's the option to start earlier, which hopefully will prepare me better to take on my second Marathon. It's a lovely sunny day, but I'm not wearing my usual colourful sunglasses, because I can't see out of them anymore. After a wet and rainy walk back down from Snowdon I got absolutely soaked through. Despite the sunglasses being in a case, the lenses got really damaged somehow 🤔 So now I can't see out of them and using my non-running sunglasses until the new ones arrive. Today's long run is only meant to be an 8K, but I did a 12K 🙄 Already being rebellious... I'm pacing a couple of @runthroughuk 10Ks this summer so I need to make sure my endurance is back to acceptable levels. And I can quite comfortably run longer distances, so I wanted my long run to actually be somewhat long. I WILL follow the plan properly in a couple of weeks' time😊 Happy Saturday runner friends! . . . . . #running #marathoner #icandohardthings #runningmotivation #runningcommunity #run #runner #runnersofinstagram #runnerslife #ukrunners #ukrunner #runners #runnershigh #instarunners #slowrunner #slowbutstubborn #forerunner255 #forerunner255music #gogarmin
A HUGE shout out to Julie on her 1/2 Marathon performance in Edinburgh last weekend! 🤩 Julie had taken time out from running events across the past few years, but had reached a point where she needed more of a focus again. It’s important ya know. To give your training that purpose back. Something to work towards. The pursuit of something challenging. It’s easy to get sucked in to the ‘no pressure’ life and forget that sometimes it’s actually that ‘pressure’ which gives the kick up the arse to achieve things again. This stuff 👆 also brings with it inspiration, and once you get going - motivation! Something a lot of runners seem to seek out and mourn when it disappears. The whole process of training for events brings with it challenges that are CHOSEN. Life will throw us challenges regardless, so they may as well be ones we’ve chosen and can get behind eh! If you’re feeling a bit lost with your running and a bit un-inspired, maybe you need to add some more direction in to the mix. Forget about the ‘pressure’ (it’s only in our head really anyway), and start working towards SOMETHING. Make moves. Like Julie did. She had a GREAT time and loved the feeling of inspiration that training for the event brought. Get started. Build that momentum. Let me know in the comments what you’re going to work towards. 👇 LET’S GO! 🤘
Huntingdon Parkrun 5k I know, I know today is supposed to be my rest day, but that Parkrun was calling my name. 🤪 So today I ran the parkrun pushing my 2yo in his running buggy, and got the fastest time of the year. It was a very busy start and a lot of waiting on the first 1k. Pushing a buggy means limited spots to overtake. There were a few nice spaces to really step it out and had a few moments of 8 minute mile paces. I think I could have done it under 30 if I hadn’t started in the back. But over all a great run today. Now to put my feet up for the rest of the day. 12 miler tomorrow. #strongerthanmyexcuses #mrmikesmarathonjourney #wearerunthings #runthings #RunHappyNation #CelebrateYou #therunningcommunity @goneforarun #runna #runningmakesmehappy #runHappy #runninginspiration #runmore #runnerslife #parkrunhappy #instarunners #ukrunners #parkrun #parkrunuk #runner #runnersofinstagram #huntingdonparkrun #runner #running #ukrunning #ukrunchat #loveparkrun #cambridgeshire
#Day2️⃣5️⃣9️⃣ New month, new #strava trophies. Important to really get the legs moving after yesterday, decent speed treadmill session was just the ticket. Now to enjoy the weekend (very needed as work will be crazy the next few weeks). Only downside is the girl on nights. Sods law... #HWPO 💪💙🏃🏼♂️ #running #runner #runningmotivation #runningcommunity #ukrunners #ukrunchat #runnersworld #runnersofinstagram #instarunners #runnerscommunity #runners #instarun #igrunners #igrunning #igrun #ukrunning #runninginspiration #runningismytherapy #runningaddict #strava #instagramrunners #runchat #fitness #runcommunity #athlete #runstreak
Trying some effort 🏃🏻♀️💨 after reformer Pilates this morning. 20 minutes of tempo thrown into the mix. Pleased that I warmed up into it and felt good at the end ☺️ #run #running #runner #saturdaymorningrun #temporun #running bytheriver #postPilatesrun #garminuk #girlswhorun #thisgirlcanrun #ukrunchat #ukrunners #runspirerunners #june #summerrunning #RdgUK #womensrunningcommunity #fitnessover40 #trainingrun #trainingdiary #runningdiary
Struck gold with the conditions on this morning’s run - my go-to 10miler along the River Esk & round Dalkeith Country Park. Twin aims were a combination of keeping the HR down despite the heat, and trying to top up the tan (priorities not necessarily in that order). As my grey complexion shows in the first picture, I had more success in one of these goals… 👻 Lack of tan aside, decent week ticked off! 2 strength sessions, 2 speed sessions, 3 easy runs incl. today’s longy - 46k total. 📝 Next 5 weeks are gonna sit right around here, only increasing volume via the long run, just to get used to this structure & demand on the body again. Then get the reward of a few shorter races, hopefully get into PB shape, and we’re into the next marathon build… more on that to follow!
@corkcitymarathon tip. So it is race day eve and no doubt thousands of thoughts are going through your mind regarding how Sunday will plan out. Honestly forget about them all. Enjoy tomorrow and take the chance to put the feet up and relax. Grab a book, watch a boxset that you meant to catch up on just get off your feet. What happens on race day will look after itself. Definitely have few times that you hope to cross the finish line. From personal experience if you only go out with one time in mind and miss it then the race and the training may feel like failure. Believe me I have been there. If Plan A doesn’t happen have a Plan B or even a plan C. Some days can be like that but the joy is that there is always another marathon or half on the horizon. Finally Sunday is all about enjoying the whole event. This is what you trained for , you will finish your race but most importantly enjoy the event and celebration that comes with it. Wear that medal as you’ve earned every bit. Good luck to all whether it’s your first or might be your last 😉 #20x20 #garmin #runningblog #runningblogger #runnersofinstagram #ukblogger #instarunners #marathontraining #couch25k #nikerunning #nikerunclub #dublinmarathon #top4running #ukrunchat #halfmarathontraining #irishrunner #selfie #ronhill #run #runner #running #ukrunners #runchat #ukrunchat #runningcommunity #happyrunner #selfie #longrunsunday #runeveryday #ambassador #malagamarathon #corkcitymarathon
🏅 New 5k PB: 24mins at @newbury_parkrun Training at @shaded.fitness paying off 🙌🏻 . #parkrun #parkrunuk #newburyparkrun #parkrunnewbury #running #ukrunners #runnersuk #runners #newpr #newpb #5k #5kmrun #5km
Finally after nearly 9 years I’ve hit my 100th parkrun! In that time I’ve ran various different courses, trained for 2 marathons, got divorced, hit various challenging points in my life all whilst raising 2 amazing kids! Love how running is such a big part of my life even when it’s not always easy. Hopefully the next milestone won’t take as long as I no longer work Saturday’s and whilst my daughter is out of football season I’ve got my wee man to come run with me. #parkrun #100parkruns #run #running #runner #runningcommunity #ukrunchat #ukrunning #ukrunners #alvastonparkrun #runnersofinstagram
Haven't been able to run much this week due to half term so it was good to get to Parkrun this morning 😀 pleased with a time of 22:05 as well. Then a much slower lap of the lake. All good, hopefully get out again tomorrow before starting a new job on Monday 😀 I'll then have to reasses time vs. Running goals etc. etc. Have a super weekend all. #trailrunning #trailrun #trailrunner #trailrunninguk #ukrunning #ukrunners #runnerscommunity #runnersofinstagram #runninguk #runningmotivation #parkrun #parkrunuk #running #run #worlderunners #runningcommunity #loverunning #instarunner #instarunners #runnersworld #instarun #garmin #laufen #fitness #garminrunning #redfoxrunclub #stravarun #strava
We live not too far from the OG parkrun, Bushy and everytime we go, I forget how absolutely rediculous the whole thing is! 😂 There was well over 1,000 runners this morning, a big queue to take a photo by the infamous tent sign (top tip: take your photo at the end. There’s no queue!) and the start is just absolute carnage! …but so much fun! 🤪 James is running the @eaglestrackmile this afternoon, so we took it easy and it was very enjoyable, if a little crowded!! 😅 . . . . #runner #runnergirl #running #runninglife #runnerslife #runnerscommunity #runnersofinstagram #womensrunninguk #womensrunningcomunity #ukrunners #ukrunchat #instarunners #inspiringwomenrunners #thisgirlcan #thisgirlruns #marathonrunner #marathontraining #marathongirl #whyirunldn
A trip to Southampton ParkRun today. Forgot how busy this gets. Took about a mile and a half to be able to run freely but felt good and pleased with the effort overall 👟: @nikerunning Vaporfly Next%3 ___________________________________ #run #runner #running #justrun #runnersofinstagram #instarunners #instarunning #wildrunners #getoutside #runnersworld #runningmotivation #runningfamily #runforfun #nikerunning #nikerunclub #runhappy #shokz #garminuk #ukrunchat #ukrunners #runningcommunity #mentalhealth #mentalhealthawareness #mindfulness #fyp #fypシ #runnerspictures
Saturday intervals. Another early morning run. A bit of a speed session today - 15 minutes warm up 9 x 40 seconds at up to 6:15 m/m pace with 3 minute recovery 10 minutes cool down I must say that I really enjoyed that session. I don’t do many speed workouts so this made a good change. I am surprised by my mileage for May. I had planned to reduce my running a lot, but got to 81 miles. Very happy with that. #run #runner #running #runners #runningman #runnersworld #instarunners #runnersofinstagram #instarunners #runnerscommunity #ukrunners #ukrunning #runningcommunity #fitness #ukrunchat #runforlife #runitfast #ukfitfam #fitfamuk #runhappy #runwithus #cheltenhamrunning
It’s a beautiful morning ☀️ gorgeous through the fields, so quiet and although some of the hills are so steep the views from the top are so lovely. I wasn’t sure if my route would be way over the 10 miles planned, and I needed to be back for my son to get to cricket, but for once my route planning was pretty perfect and I just had to add in an extra little loop down the road to get to 10! Love running around here, the paths are a little overgrown in places, but it’s so pretty and I love seeing the seasonal changes. Last of the back to back runs for the weekend was last week so I’m looking forward to a nice lay in tomorrow for a change! This time next week I will be in Reading for @endure24uk 😬 I can’t wait, hoping it’s nice and dry and the sun keeps shining! #ultratraining #weekendrunning #weekendrun #saturdayrun #longrun #trailrunner #trailrunning #trailrun #uktrails #offroadrunning #britishcountryside #wiltshirerunning #ukrunning #ukrunners #runuk #morningmiles #keeprunning #runner #fitness #zaazeeactivewear #tikiboo #garminuk #feetures #inov8 #high5sportsnutrition #veloforte
Well that feels a lot better, didn’t want to push the distance after that! Have a great weekend everyone. #run #running #runners #runmotivation #runner #runningman #runningshoes #runningmotivation #runnersofinstagram #runnersworld #runnerscommunity #runners_of_insta #runnerslife #runningcommunity #runningworld #ukrun #ukrunchat #ukrunning #ukrunners #fitness #fitnessmotivation #training #trainingmotivation #selfie #spring #weekend #weekendrun #saturday
Because who doesn’t love an empty gym. #runnersofinstagram #running #run #runningmotivation #runner #runners #runninggirl #runningcommunity #northeastrunners #thisgirlcan #thisgirlruns #runrunrun #runnershigh #fitness #garmin #garminforerunner #garminrunning #longrun #training #greatnorthruntraining #runninggoals #runnersworld #instarunners #runstagram #ukrunners #ukrunningcommunity #gymsharkrunclub #garminrunner #75softchallenge #garminbeatyesterday
May mileage Consistent mileage to the previous month but more elevation in preparation for @thelapwindermere Conquered Hathersage Hurtle after DNF last year, wooop!! Enjoying a lovely holiday in Ireland this week and then a new training block of joy begins next week eeek! #velographic #monthlymileage #velographicforstrava #trainingblockofjoy #training #run #running #igrunners #ukrun #ukrunning #ukrunners #ukrunningcommunity #trailrunners #ultrarunning #ultrarunner
With this photo, I welcome countless runs ahead. 🏃🏻♀️🧡 . . . . . . . . . . . #run #running #runner #runmotivation RunUK #UKRunners #BritishRunning #RunBritain #MarathonJourney #UKFitFam #RunnersLife #LoveToRun #RunHappy #InstaRunners #Runspiration #RunCommunity #RunWild #FitnessGoals #EveryMileMatters #RunWithMe #newhobby #brightonbeach #brightonandhove
#Day2️⃣5️⃣8️⃣ Another steady run yesterday but realised I'd not done my half marathon for the month, so had to dig even deeper today. Somehow I always manage to find that little bit extra when needed. Hopefully the cold is almost gone now too. Used my body weight in tissues. Half done for 41 consecutive months now too 💪 #HWPO 💪💙🏃🏼♂️ #running #runner #runningmotivation #runningcommunity #ukrunners #ukrunchat #runnersworld #runnersofinstagram #instarunners #runnerscommunity #runners #instarun #igrunners #igrunning #igrun #ukrunning #runninginspiration #runningismytherapy #runningaddict #strava #instagramrunners #runchat #fitness #runcommunity #athlete #runstreak
MOVE EVERY DAY IN MAY COMPLETE 🤩🙌🏻 Finishing off the month completing this challenge PLUS finishing the Edinburgh Half Marathon! 😍 Don’t quite know what to do with myself moving into June now… 🤣 Move for your mind. Move for your body. Move for yourself. Move because YOU DESERVE IT! ♥️ . . . . . #highvibelife #highvibes #moveeverydayinmay #exercise #halfmarathon #workout #fitness #fitnessgirl #challenge #health #wellness #runnersworld #igrunners #runuk #training #crosstraining #moveyourbody #runnergirl #runnersworld #igrunners #womenrunning #lifestyle #healthylifestyle #igfit #getfit #thisgirlcan #ukrunners #scottishrunner
RUN STREAK DAY 1247!! Caerphilly to Southampton! Multiday 6 Months Training - Day 121!! A wee late afternoon run around the estates and once again the sun is out and the temps are in their 20s! A few people out, but the roads not as busy as normal. The run streak continues.... Run Streak Start Date 01/01/2021 Watch Streak (Days) Polar GritX Day 1208 Coros Apex 42mm Day 1208 RETIRED STREAKS 5KM 400DAYS (08/01/21 - 11/02/22) #runeverywhere #runeveryday #everydayrun #runnersofinstagram #instarun #altrarun #runsteak #streakrun #polarglobal #corosglobal #scottishrunners #ukrunners #scottishindian #runnersworld #ukrunchat
Aborted gym session this evening - I need more sleep 😴😴😴 . This week was always going to be tough, carrying ride london fatigue and then travelling across the country and back with work As a result my recovery hasnt quite been what id have liked. Going into tonights session i felt a bit flat but thought i could push through and then get a good nights sleep tonight. . Halfway through my deadlifts the tank emptied and i realised pushing through would just leave me knackered for the weekends running. . With back to back sessions in the mountains planned and @epona100ultra just 3 weeks away I figured the energy would be better spent running than in the gym . Now to eat and get an early night... #oldman 😅
Nice progression, felt better than the last few weeks. Started taking tabs to help with iron in take and will be good in a few more weeks or so. 🤞🫡 #run #running #runner #runners #runnersofinstagram #athlete #athletics #strava #cardio #cardioworkout #endurance #trailrunning #roadrunning #distancerunning #igrunners #runningcommunity #ukrunners #ukrunning
Evening fell races are back! Not feeling very fit at the moment but enjoying some old favourites. #running #fellrunning #trailrunning #ukrunchat #fellrunners #runnersofinstagram #runnersofinsta #runhappy #girlswhorun #ukrunning #ukrunners #ukrunningcommunity
Striking out of May with a solid end to a month of two halves! 🏃🏻♀️⚡️🏃🏻♀️ A fun filled Friday of strength training joy + 5 smile miles to see out the week. 🏋🏻♀️🏃🏻♀️🏋🏻♀️ Chapter 5 has definitely had a few sparkly moments which have been oh so needed! 💖 ✨5 months sober ✅ ✨80 smile miles🏃🏻♀️ ✨3 races 🏃🏻♀️ ✨2 PB’s 🏃🏻♀️ ✨Spicy strength training sessions 🏋🏻♀️ ✨Sunshine filled strolls of joy 🚶🏻♀️ ⭐️5 months into 2024 and I feel like I’m starting to see progress in both areas of my training. I feel strong and smiley on my runs, even if I’m having to squeeze them in at the end of a long day & I no longer fear the gym, which for me is pretty huge! 💗 Having ended last year feeling very wobbly to say the least, I made a conscious decision to make 2024 my year of health and healing. It truly is hard work every single day and whilst not everyday is sparkly - healing isn’t linear! I feel so much lighter and sparklier as each day passes. 💖 Prioritising yourself can be hard especially when the life juggle is tricky but it’s oh so worth it. ✨ Heading out of chapter 5 feeling ready to take on whatever June has up its sleeve! Roll on longer days of summer joy! ☀️💃🏻☀️ Keep sparkling & keep striving for stronger beauts, cos you can and you will. 💖
A beautiful 6 miles along the coast of croyde this morning. Nice little bit of exploring to start the day 🏃🏃 #runnerscommunity #runnersofinstagram #runninglife #runnerslife #run #runners #runhappy #runningman #running #runnershigh #runner #runningmotivation #ukrunchat #ukrun #ukrunning #ukrunners #instarunner #instarun #instarunning #trailrunning #garminrunning #garminrunner #motivationrunning #fridayrun #fitnessmotivation
That was a hot one ! #running #runstreak #runner #fitness #runningmotivation #RED #runnersofinstagram #runners #instarunners #training #G2E #motivation #runhappy #marathon #instarun #garmin #gym #instarunner #runningcommunity #ukrunners #ultrarunner #marathoner #workout #gbultras #cycling #runningcommunity #runnerslife #treadmill #zwift #garmin
A repeat order of wooden medals for @crossfitnewquay Need custom wooden medals or trophies for an event this year? Get a Free Quote Today. Visit our website for more info (click the link below or in our bio) https://sustainablemedals.com . . . . #runningmedals #ukrunners #runuk #ukrunchat #runningclub #woodenmedals #medalmonday #ukrunner #lovetorun #runningcommunity #instarunners #ultrarunning #running #racedirector #medal #triathlon #halfmarathon #crossfit #crossfitnewquay #racemedals #medalsoftheworld #instamedals #runhard #marathonrunners #medals #runfast #walking #ocr #runsome #ecomedals
As May comes to a close we want to give a massive shoutout to our Co-founder Reece and one of our Senior Account Managers Dan who both... went running! Reece smashed his first marathon over in Copenhagen whilst Dan hit a new PB in his local Leeds half! Well done chaps, the rest of the team are delighted that you do all the running for us🏃♂️💨 #TipTopMediaCo #UKRunners #MarathonRunner
GBSCOT50 W15 D5 - 10mi Last Long Run Done ✅ "Long run" is pretty subjective for this morning's run. If you're training for a half marathon, a 10-mile run definitely counts as a long run. But if you’ve been doing 3+ hour runs for the last few months, 10 miles hardly feels long. Still, it's the longest run on my plan this week, and it just squeaks into double digits, so I'm calling it a long run. After weeks of early morning starts on Thursdays and Fridays, it was nice to wake up at a reasonable time, go for my long run, and still get back in plenty of time for work. The streets were busier than I'm used to in the morning, and the urge to stop and say hello to every dog I passed was very real! That's the hard work officially done! Over the next week, I've got a handful of 6-mile runs, a 4-mile, and a 3-mile shakedown left on my plan. It’s starting to feel very real now! #running #training #ultratraining #morningrun #longrun #wishaw #ravenscraig #newstevenson #motherwell #northlanarkshire #ukrunchat #ukrunners #runnersjourney
Friyay!!!! Cheeky little 11 miler with Dex to round off a week of decorating and a bit of uni work thrown in. Happy days 👍🏻 #ukrunningcommunity #ukrunners #trailrunning #trailrunninglife #ukrunner #run #runningislife #runningwithdogs #blacklab #trailrunner
That Felt Better👊🏼 . Managed to bag 5mile! I didn’t manage to fit in any kind of fitness yesterday but I did refuel on pizza. So really needed to get out, not sure why but I was really dreading/anxiety over it. Not sure why…. . My chest felt back to normal & my leg went as they do. Job done & we move on. . #run #miles #running #runhappy #runners #runner #runnergirl #runnerslife #runnershigh #runnersofinstagram #runnerscommunity #runningmotivation #motivation #ukrunning #ukrunners #ukrunner #workout #workoutmotivation #fit #fitnessmotivation #fitness #fitnesslife #fitnessgirl #fitnessaddict #fitnessjourney #fitnesslifestyle #fitnessgoals
Fueling for the marathon: So the days that all marathon runners love will arrive this week. #carbloading From Today until Saturday slightly increase your carbohydrate intake.This does not mean you eat anything and everything in sight but like everything stick to the food you’ve been using in your training. Easy slow release foods such as porridge are a great fuel. Mix in some bananas for snacks during the day and pasta or bagels for lunch dinner. A slightly bigger helping of each will fuel the muscles for the race on Sunday. Decrease the amount of fiber too so that tummy issues don’t strike or cause upset. On Saturday have your biggest meal earlier than normal and then just snack for the rest of the day. This should stop that lethargic feeling if you eat too late and plus it gives your digestive system longer to process the food. You should wake up hungry on race morning. #20x20 #garmin #runningblog #runningblogger #runnersofinstagram #instarunners #marathontraining #couch25k #nikerunning #nikerunclub #runthistown #top4running #ukrunchat #medalmonday #halfmarathontraining #irishrunner #selfie #ronhill #run #runner #running #ukrunners #runchat #ukrunchat #runningcommunity #happyrunner #maketodaycount #selfie #longrunsunday #runeveryday #carbloading
The London 10k Week 4 Run 5 - 200m intervals. I'm not a fan of these and I'm no good at them, but I can now tick them off the plan. The reps got steadily slower but they were all at better than my 5k pace so I feel like it was mission accomplished. That's it for May. 328km for the month which is my first month over the 300km mark since March last year. I'm pretty confident about my current goal but we'll see. #ukrunners #ukrunchat #runnersofinstagram #10ktraining
Friday miles. Awake early again so got out and did my run. Nice morning for it. #run #runner #running #runners #runningman #runnersworld #instarunners #runnersofinstagram #instarunners #runnerscommunity #ukrunners #ukrunning #runningcommunity #fitness #ukrunchat #runforlife #runitfast #ukfitfam #fitfamuk #runhappy #runwithus #cheltenhamrunning
A great run by all tonight (and great eating of the buffet) from Appleton Thorn. It’s always one of the best runs of the summer, so if you missed it keep your eyes peeled for the next one 👀 💜 #teamVPRC #warrington #warringtonrunner #northwestrunner #runningclub #clubrun #clubrunner #run #running #runner #runnerslife #ukrunner #ukrunners #runningcommunity #instarunners #runnersofinstagram #igrunners #ukrunchat
A gorgeous morning for a holiday run 🌅 The actual running part didn’t feel too horrendous, just an easy-ish out-and-back 5km run along the sea front. I know the first few runs back after time off feel crappy, but this one was more “okay” than awful and I’ll take that; progress is progress! Now back to the serious business of laying by the pool all day. Bliss ☺️ #runner #runnergirl #runninggirl #runlikeagirl #thisgirlcan #irunspire #happyrunner #runnerslife #ukrunner #ukrunners #runningcommunity #instarunners #runnersofinstagram #igrunners #ukrunchat #halfmarathontraining #marathontraining #strava #stravarun
Progressive Hill Reps with Runna ✅ I have been dreading this training all week. However as soon as I stepped out the door I was all in! The hills were surprisingly good, but the head wind going up hill wasn’t very nice. I felt good on the hills and taking the little bit of rest between each helped tremendously. We are blessed to have a nice winding protected footpath that goes up and over a major highway to provide a hill for training. Since Cambridgeshire is quite flat usually. According to Garmin I climbed 20 floors on that run. Rest day tomorrow then a 12+ miler for Sunday. 1.2mi warm up at a conversational pace (no faster than 10:40/mi), while jogging to base of hill 5 reps of: • 45s running hard uphill, 20s walking rest. Easy jog back down. 4 reps of: • 90s running hard uphill, 30s walking rest. Easy jog back down. 1.2mi cool down at a conversational pace (or slower!) Marathon Plan (Week 5/16) #strongerthanmyexcuses #mrmikesmarathonjourney #wearerunthings #runthings #RunHappyNation #CelebrateYou #therunningcommunity @goneforarun #runna #runningmakesmehappy #runHappy #runninginspiration #runmore #runnerslife #parkrunhappy #instarunners #ukrunners #parkrun #parkrunuk #runner #runnersofinstagram #huntingdonparkrun #runner #running #ukrunning #ukrunchat #loveparkrun #cambridgeshire
⏳️GUEST ANNOUNCEMENT ⏳️ On this weeks episode Rob and Ben speak to Dan Thompson from the Running out of time Relay.... Another great thought provoking conversation with another excellent guest This relay goes from Ben Nevis all the way to Big Ben over 1 month with 210 stages all over the country to raise awareness on great climate work and inspire action. Listen to the full episode tomorrow from 16:15 @dtruntheworld @climaterelay @the.green.runners #relay #climatechange #runnerscommunity #ukrunchat #UkRunners #sustainability #GreenRunners #green #awareness
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Thursday evening 3 miles 😊 #run #runners #runnersofinstagram #runnersofinsta #igrun #igrunner #instarunner #instarun #instarunning #igrunning #runningmotivation #runnersmotivation #ukrunning #ukrunners #ukrunner #ukrunningcommunity #ukrunchat
🫶 I love running on holiday! 🫶 I really enjoy running somewhere new, it feels like a real adventure. Plus it’s a great way to explore new places. It doesn’t have to be far either, this mornings 3.5 miles was quite long enough. I was up and out early but it was still boiling hot! And finishing off a run with a trip to the bakery is always a good idea! Set me up perfectly for a day at the pool. I’m definitely made for warmer climates. #summerrumning #algarverunners #runninginspiration #runningmotivation #motherrunner #runningmum #running #running #runnersofinstagram #runnerscommunity #runnersofig #runningcommunity #ukrunning #ukrunners #ukrunchat #runningover40 #teamkyloe #kyloeinthewild
GBSCOT50 W15 D4 - 7mi Cambusnethan Priory Trails After last night's spicy park session, my legs were begging for something easier today. I had planned to take the dog around Dalzell Estate with me, but when he showed no interest, I decided to head upstream along the Clyde Walkway instead. This time of year, it’s not unusual to see cattle grazing in the fields along the path. While they usually don’t bother runners, adding a dog into the mix can change that dynamic. So, this is a route I tend to run solo. It’s been a month or so since I last ventured in that direction, and the riverside trails have become pretty overgrown. The grass doesn’t bother me, but the jaggy thistles were a completely different issue! Between them and the recent downpours making it soft underfoot, my head was constantly thinking about foot placement, and my eyes were scanning for any problems. I've got one last long run tomorrow, and then I can count the number of runs I have left before race day on one hand. #running #training #ultratraining #eveningrun #cambunsnethan #cambusneathanpriory #northlanarkshire #riverclyde #clydewalkway #cows #fieldpuppies #ukrunchat #ukrunners #runnersjourney
@peacehavenrunclub Magic Mile 🏃♂️ A 5:57 minute mile 🏁 That downpour came at the right time didn’t it ☔️😅 After a 12 hour shift and those conditions I’m pretty stoked with that 👍 Think my Strava GPS got lost a little. Even got some @high5sportsnutrition and @_nicolebakes_ goodies 👏 #running #runningmotivation #runningcommunity #runners #runnersofinstagram #runner #runninglife #parkrun #halfmarathontraining #halfmarathon #marathontraining #lovewhereyoulive #healthylifestyle #fatlossjourney #parkrunuk #loveparkrun #parkrunner #runningcommunity #strongerfaster #Getactive #runtime #ukrunners #ukrunchat #wearerunners #Brightonmarathon #Marathontraining #intervals #consistency #consistencyiskey #Gym
RUN STREAK DAY 1246!! Caerphilly to Southampton! Multiday 6 Months Training - Day 120!! Back in Caerphilly, a wee run around the estates after a crazy drive back from London. The sun was still out and a few people out about with the muts and pasted a couple running people. Usual waves and acknowledgments along the way! The run streak continues... Run Streak Start Date 01/01/2021 Watch Streak (Days) Polar GritX Day 1207 Coros Apex 42mm Day 1207 RETIRED STREAKS 5KM 400DAYS (08/01/21 - 11/02/22) #runnerscommunity #runningcommunity #ukrunchat #ukrunners #runninglife #runstreak #streakrun #polarglobal #corosglobal #therunningcommunity #altrarunningfans #altra #scottishrunners #scottishindian
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Tired intervals - a real test of endurance and willpower. Despite the fatigue from a bad nights sleep, intervals were on todays @coopahruncoach plan and needed to be done. So it was time to push through and complete the reps. Just about managed to hit the desired paces. Progress isn’t always about feeling your best - sometimes it’s about showing up and giving it your all, even when you’re running on empty. #runnersofinstagram #runningcommunity #ukrunchat #runningmotivation #running #runhappy #igrunners #ukrunners #instarunners #runnersofinsta #marathonrunner #runspire #runningtraining #fartlekfamily #twistedrunning #twistedrunner #coopahrunning #NoExcuses #IntervalTraining #PushThrough #TiredButTriumphant
4 evening miles 🏃♂️around Kilburn. Pic from a run through Regent's Park at the weekend which was a lot more aesthetically pleasing route 😀 #run #runners #running #runnersofinstagram #runnersofinsta #runningmotivation #runningcommunity #instarunner #instarunning #imstarunners #runningchallenge #runningchallenges #runchat #ukrunchat #ukrunner #ukrunning #ukrunners #londonrun #londonrunning #londonrunner #londonrunners #fitnesmotivation
Found out I have low iron from the blood test as expected. So iron tabs for now and should be back training nicely in a few weeks. 👍 #run #running #runner #runners #runnersofinstagram #athlete #athletics #strava #cardio #cardioworkout #endurance #trailrunning #roadrunning #distancerunning #igrunners #runningcommunity #ukrunners #ukrunning
Morning 4 miler ✔️🏃🏻♀️🌞🇪🇸 Running views looking a little different this morning! Hello from Barcelona 👋🏼 Here for a few days with my besties and absolutely loved getting out and exploring this morning 🥰
A very moist one this afternoon 🥴☔️🦆 First run in 5 days and I could deffo feel it to start with, everything felt v creeky 🙈 Accidental neg splits (ish) too. #lonelygoatrunningclub #mumsthatrun #thiswomanruns #ukrunners #northamptonrunning #northamptonrunner #runnersofinstagram
Ohhhhhh a good ol early morning session today. 20 x 200 (200) Only managed to pick up the pace toward the end Speed is what I need to work on. Work on your strengths AND weaknesses 🕺🏼 #ukrunchat #ukrunningcommunity #ukrunners #instarunner #instarunning #runnersofinstagram #strava #stravarun
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Today was the day. After 5 and a half weeks off after breaking my metatarsal I went for my first run, it was great. I'd like to say I was super disciplined and kept up my aerobic fitness and strength training during the break, but I didn't. I've had some time to think and evaluate though; running is more than just a hobby for me, it gives my life structure and without it my mental health suffers and I feel apathetic and demotivated generally. With that being said I also need to do more strength training and less running overall. I don't think I'd have rolled my ankle so easily if I hadn't been overprioritising running at the expense of everything else. I've decided I'm cutting back from running 6 days a week to 4 (probably 5 during marathon build up). This will give me time to fit strength training in and also a little more time doing things other than running. From today's run it seems I've (predictably) lost some fitness, but not a terrible amount really. I did an easy 3km and my HR was probably around 10BPM higher than I'd have expected on a similar intensity run before the injury. I had a little bit of complaining from the foot for about the first 5 minutes which settled down and didn't come back, so that was reassuring. The plan is to build back up over the next 4 weeks or so to around 40km / week with mostly zone 2 running. I'll probably start adding some threshold work too in the last week. I'm still entered in the Scottish half marathon in Edinburgh in August so I'll have around 6 weeks to tune up for that if all goes well, but I'm unlikely to PB this time! My real focus is still on York marathon in October 😎 #running #runningjourney #injuryrecovery #marathontraining #ukrunners #runninguk #runnersofinstagram
Patiently waiting for summer, just like I patiently wait for my coffee. (Which is to say, not at all.) . . . #SummerHurryUp #donewiththisweather #ukrunning #ukrunners #runnersofinstagram #runningmotivation #runningmum #runninggirl
#Repost 🌲🌲 It's marathon season baby! Things are coming together and we're getting all excited 🏃💨 We're spending today putting together the final booklet for the marathon and I realise we haven't posted about it in a while. So here we are, lets have a little chat. This thing is going to be big, we're currently on 500 entries which is twice the size of our most popular Sherwood Pines run and we still have another two months to go. All the stops are pulled out and the gas is down. The beer fire truck is secured so Pimms under the sun is a go! Two race arches, climbing wall, coffee van, pizza, 50 volunteers (🙏), beer and one of the best marathon routes you'll ever see. Our friend and Rasselbock champion Chris (@dizbott_run) ran a reccie this weekend and had only good things to say. The excitement now is real, I can feel it in the air.
Progress isn’t always linear, especially when injury strikes. 🏃♂️🚧 In early March, I had to take a complete break from running for 2 months. It was a challenging time, but I refused to let it derail my fitness journey. 💪 Instead of dwelling on what I couldn’t do, I focused on what I could. 🚴♂️🏋️♂️ I channeled my energy into cycling on my @wattbike and strength training at @watergatestudios maintaining my cardiovascular fitness and building resilience. Now, just a few weeks back into running, I’ve seen a 33% improvement in my fitness level. 📈 At the 90-day mark, an 18% gain. Zooming out to 1 year, a 3% increase despite the setback:. But the most incredible progress appears at the 2-year view - a stunning 93% boost in my overall fitness! 🙌 The lesson? Embrace adaptability on your fitness path. When faced with obstacles, find new ways to keep moving forward. 🌟 Consistency is key, even if it means taking an unconventional route.💯 Every small victory matters. Whether it’s a few more reps in the gym, an extra mile on the bike, or a slightly faster pace on your run, celebrate each triumph. 🎉 Over time, these micro-improvements compound into life-changing results. So, no matter where you are in your running journey - returning from injury, building base mileage, or chasing PRs - remember that progress is a journey, not a destination. 🏃♂️🏅 Keep showing up, stay adaptable, and never stop believing in your potential. Your strongest, fittest self is waiting at the finish line. 💯” . . . . . #Courage ~ #Injury ~ #Instagood ~ #Instarun ~ #Love ~ #Marathontraining ~ #Mentalhealthmatters ~ #Mobility ~ #Physicaltherapy ~ #Physiotherapy ~ #Picoftheday ~ #Rehab ~ #Resilience ~ #Runhappy ~ #Running ~ #Runningcommunity ~ #Runningmotivation ~ #Stravarun ~ #Successmindset ~ #Thrive ~ #Trailrun ~ #Ukrunchat ~ #Ukrunners ~ #Yougotthis ~ #runningcomeback #crosstraining #injuryrecovery #strengthenyourrun #consistencyiskey #trusttheprocess
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Last night was the @runthroughuk Runthrough Chase The Sun 🌞🏃🏼♂️ at Battersea Park , i opted for the 5km in my @runthroughkit tbh I was tired and my hayfever was bad so I was not expecting much, I started out strong and only had to stop twice due to swallowing pollen 😩 I came in at 23 minutes and 52 seconds which I am so happy with it’s my third fastest 5km ever I’ve been working so hard the last few months on getting my times down and it’s paying off 😁😁😁😁 Thanks to Runthrough for another great event and thanks to all the volunteers and staff 💙 Was great to see lots of the Runthrough family smashing there race Medal 381 earned 🏃🏼♂️🥳 #runthroughuk #runthroughkit #runthroughfamily #runthroughchasethesun #runthroughbatterseapark #5kmrace #running #runner #runnersofinstagram #runneruk #ukrunning #ukrunners #londonrunner #runningblogger #runningblog #brooksrunning #lovetorun #runformentalhealth #lgbtrunner
The London 10k Week 4 Run 4 - commute with a lap of the park. For any football chairmen browsing Insta, this is a picture of me in the 2024 Champions League Final dugout. My role is super hush hush so best not to look me up on the team sheets but I am immediately available for managerial roles. For everyone else, the Champions League Final fanzone has taken over Regent Street. Looks like fun if that's your thing. 7km at almost threshold pace today. Hopefully I'll still be strong for tomorrow's speed session. #ukrunners #ukrunchat #runnersofinstagram #10ktraining #championsleaguefinal
🔔 Four PBs this year already. Want to keep that momentum going 💪 #run #running #runner #runinglover #runchat #runchatuk #ukrunchat #ukrunning #ukrunners #trackandfield #roadrunning #roadrunners #5k #5krun #5ktraining #10ktraining #halfmarathon #halfmarathontraining #marathon #marathontraining #runninghi #york #instarun #instarunners #instarunner #instarunning #veganrunner #veganrunnersuk #veganrunning #happyrunner