Tag Archives: marathon

Summary

Posted on March 7, 2011 by marathonnicki

Here are some stats for you from my long run at the weekend: Number of times I laughed aloud while running along listening to a Miranda Hart audiobook: at least 10 Number of endorphins experienced: none Number of runners who … Continue reading →

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I do run run run, I do run run!

Posted on February 13, 2011 by marathonnicki

Training schedule for today suggested an 8 mile run. My legs suggested we watch a DVD, especially as it was windy and rainy out, and it would be far nicer to sit indoors and eat Mini Eggs. I suggested they … Continue reading →

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New shoes!

Posted on January 8, 2011 by marathonnicki

I’ve got lovely new trainers, cha cha cha! And my online fundraising has hit £995…who wants to be the one to tip it over the £1000 mark? There might be a box of chocolates in it for you…! http://uk.virginmoneygiving.com/NickiClarkson

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Eeek!

Posted on January 5, 2011 by marathonnicki

I’ve had one of those days where I’ve veered wildly from being excited about running the marathon to being totally terrified that I won’t be able to complete it. This was sparked by yesterdays training run going according to plan … Continue reading →

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Lovely things!

Posted on December 29, 2010 by marathonnicki

First of all, training update: I did my scheduled 20 minutes today, all good until the last 3 minutes when I cracked and walked for a bit (but did then run the 3 mins after that…when I got to the … Continue reading →

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What do dinosaurs eat for breakfast?

Posted on December 27, 2010 by marathonnicki

Meatabix! Ha ha ha? Well I’m pleased to say that I am now officially following a proper marathon training plan to the letter. It’s one that the lovely people at DebRA kindly sent to me, based on the Runner’s World … Continue reading →

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Back on track (peep peep!)

Posted on December 7, 2010 by marathonnicki

Other than a hacking cough I’m feeling okay now and went for a run today, my first for 6 days. It was brilliant! I was expecting to be sluggish and struggle but I think my body liked having a 6 day … Continue reading →

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Snow

Posted on December 1, 2010 by marathonnicki

How cool is this, I have snow on my blog! Only virtual snow mind, no sign of the real thing here but veeeeery chilly. I went for a 10 min run this morning – my legs are okay with that. Think … Continue reading →

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Hiccup

Posted on November 27, 2010 by marathonnicki

Slight hiccup on the training front this week – I did a really good run on Wednesday morning (except for Foord Road which is so much steeper than it looks when you drive along it, so might have walked up … Continue reading →

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The 3 T’s

Posted on November 23, 2010 by marathonnicki

Marathon preparation. Currently defined as transforming myself from a hedgehog-type (slow, lethargic when it’s cold, likes to eat then sleep through dark nights and inconvenient weather) into something more resembling a tiger (powerful, fast, sleek. But maybe not as stripey). Wow, … Continue reading →

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