I think I’m making progress, which in this sport, is the whole point.
Category: training diary
I just want someone who cares about this stupid thing as much as I do
It’s not a secret that I’ve been looking for a running coach for a while now. Even when I technically had one, I was looking. I find myself really triggered by conversations on podcasts about coaching, whether or not you need a coach and when, how etc to get one. They make it sound like … Continue reading I just want someone who cares about this stupid thing as much as I do
Race recap: Ballarat Half Marathon- and a very unexpectedly large PR
I signed up for a road race. My first in almost 5 years. I hadn’t run a road race since Run Melbourne in July 2019, mostly on purpose, partly due to a pesky pandemic. I’ve struggled with crowds since lockdowns and was really not keen on the idea of putting myself in a human stampede … Continue reading Race recap: Ballarat Half Marathon- and a very unexpectedly large PR
Trying sucks
What’s something most people don’t understand? There are so many cheesy inspirational sayings stitched onto pillows and plastered on notebooks and Instagram accounts sprouting the benefits and joys of trying. They are lying. Trying anything sucks, especially if it is something that you are really invested in achieving. Trying will break your heart. If it … Continue reading Trying sucks
Some lessons you can’t unlearn, but you still try
Describe something you learned in high school. I’m a bit of a nostalgic hoarder. I have multiple stunning storage boxes containing a whole collection of random things from my life. From every single student ID, to the receipt for the Filofax I bought myself when I got my first article published to folded hand written … Continue reading Some lessons you can’t unlearn, but you still try
Running fast ain’t easy
I have a Nike t-shirt with saying on the front "running fast ain't easy". It's a super old shirt, at least 7 years old, and whilst I hate to agree with anything Nike have to say (or do), they ain't wrong! I decided last week that I was going to try to get faster. I've … Continue reading Running fast ain’t easy
I achieved the big goal, now what?
I spent about 30 out of 33 hours out on the Tarawera course saying never again. “One and done, get it done”. I crossed the finished line more relieved that it was over than proud or happy with what I had achieved after so long dreaming and trying. I saw my friend Ali at the … Continue reading I achieved the big goal, now what?
Race recap- Tarawera 100 Miler 2024
It’s hard to know where to start. It still doesn’t feel quite real. But somehow, I got from Kawerau to Rotorua, 100 miles (162km) under the power of just my own two feet. To be honest, I can hardly believe it. I thought it would be hard, but I didn’t really comprehend just how hard … Continue reading Race recap- Tarawera 100 Miler 2024
Tarawera Diaries- less than a week to go
I'm not sure if this is the calm before the storm, the quiet after the storm or the very distinct smell of rain right before a thunder storm rolls in. Ah, the joys of the rollercoaster that is tapering. This week I have fluttered between panic, resignation, despair, confusion, excitement and worry. I've purchased shoes … Continue reading Tarawera Diaries- less than a week to go
Tarawera diaries- Taper thoughts
Ritual, superstition, pre race routines. What are tried and true practices that have helped you succeed, that you have tested and experimented with and determined it’s a winner and what are mental crutches that probably aren’t actually serving you? Is that lucky pair of undies because they are the most comfortable, reduce chafe and fit … Continue reading Tarawera diaries- Taper thoughts
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