Sometimes it can be entertaining to write your thoughts straight after a race but sometimes you can be glad you waited. I know I've been the most irritating runner in Scotland for a while now, but I would have probably hit a new level. The most irritatingtaterest of all, but it's what I am, so … Continue reading Think for a minute – Scottish Athletics Masters track and field champs 2022
800M
Change my Mind – Shettleston 10k 2022 and Livi 800
This will come as no surprise to most of you but I don’t really know what I am doing. It’s true. Last year running wise I had a massive focus, I knew I wanted to compete at the steeplechase. My aims were in black and white, no dubiety; I knew exactly what I wanted. I … Continue reading Change my Mind – Shettleston 10k 2022 and Livi 800
Sub-culture – The Monument Mile Classic 2022
So let’s be honest here, I am in the twilight of my running career and I mean that in a nice way and in a respectful way to myself. Now hold fire Mr Angry Keyboard man and hear me out, I can already see the smoke coming off your fingers, easy there tiger. It’s not … Continue reading Sub-culture – The Monument Mile Classic 2022
Falling to pieces – 50 miles, 800m, 5k and others
Disclaimer : This is my blog. And I have always used it as therapy for me. Be kind. This one a mixed bag, so some extra tunes, moans and races. It has been a while since my last blog. And as you will see it's not been from lack of running, or racing. Or anything … Continue reading Falling to pieces – 50 miles, 800m, 5k and others
We can’t stop what’s coming – the first 800m race since 1989.
Disclaimer and background: As the lurgy continues to ravage my house I found myself with a bit of extra time. So I am writing a blog entry in 2 parts. One on the Sunday, the one after the Wednesday race. It'll be as disjointed as an episode of River City, with less believable characters. The … Continue reading We can’t stop what’s coming – the first 800m race since 1989.
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