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Getting Marathon Ready: 6 Weeks until 26.2

With less than 40 days to go until the Chicago Marathon, it’s all beginning to feel very real. In the next few weeks I am doing my best to get to the starting line in tip top shape and ready to run. Here’s my advice to you (and myself) to get fully...
Chicago Marathon Training Week 11

Chicago Marathon Training Week 11

After listening to my body and taking the time to rest, stretch and foam roll last week, this week I felt back on form. The tempo and speed workouts were real confidence boosters, and with a bank holiday tomorrow for my scheduled long run, next week should be a great...
Chicago Marathon Training Week 9

Chicago Marathon Training Week 9

Apparently basic maths is a problem for me and I managed to mis-number my weekly training, whoops. Back on track now! This week was a battle between my mind and my legs. I think a lot of stress from the last few weeks, coupled with numerous early mornings, has left me...
Chicago Marathon Training : Week 7

Chicago Marathon Training : Week 7

This week has had great sessions, and some not so great sessions. Here’s how they went down… Monday – BarreSTRETCH with Sophie for a good old stretch and foam roll. Tuesday – My first proper track session ever. I woke up stupidly early and...