taper time
So, it’s taper time for the next two and a half weeks.
When you’ve reached the pinnacle of marathon fitness (hahahahahahaha!) you rest your body, allowing all your bits to regenerate, Doctor Who style, and after three weeks of gentle runs (who knew I’d be calling 8 miles a gentle run?) you get to the start line full of beans and ready to go.
the magic number
I said earlier that I was dreading the moment, but the magic number is here and suddenly I can’t wait.
anatomy lesson
In the last month I’ve seen a podiatrist, a physiotherapist, a chiropractor and an osteopath. I’ve been poked, squeezed, clicked, popped, prodded and twizzled. Continue Reading »
look what I got!
Thanks to Lucozade Sport for being so kind! A huge box of gels, and energy bars, and the drink that’s supplied on course – so it’s vital to get used to training with it.
It’s all coming together this week – the quiz/disco I’m planning is starting to take shape, we’re having a cake sale at school, and I’m planning a fundraising girly night with wine, beauty stuff and Phoenix cards. Continue Reading »
