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What’s your dream?
Nadal. Hamilton. Robson. All of these sportspersons have one thing in common: they all realised one of their dreams this weekend. Raphael Nadal first. Have you ever seem someone battle so hard for their dream, against the best of the … Continue reading
Torres! Torres! Torres!
The wonderful feast of football that was Euro 2008 ended with an excellent match and a worthy winner from Fernando Torres. As a Liverpool fan, I obviously had a close eye on Spain, and it’s great to see our top … Continue reading
Relief?
I dreaded waking up this morning. Why? Because I had a dreaded feeling that I’d get out of bed and would be in agony with my shins again. Back to square one, more weeks off and big possibly of having … Continue reading
On a downer
Haven’t been able to run for two weeks now. My legs tingled constantly – every minute – for the best part of this time. After starting and really getting into it, it’s been quite depressing knowing after just a few … Continue reading
Aaaaarrgghh!
This is bad. My shins are REALLY hurting today, and my legs are tingly a lot too. I knew I’d pushed it yesterday, but felt alright last night. I’ve had shin splints years ago when doing a bit of running … Continue reading
Message to all staff
I’m even further committed now. I thought I’d tell everyone at work so they’d know why I may be hobbling around in the mornings soon, and to let them know about my chosen charity (Dreams Come True). Plenty of encouragement, … Continue reading
Kitted out
Went to a sports shop to get my running gait analysed and pick up some decent trainers. The video cam in the shop showing how I run picked up I slightly overpronated, so they helped me pick some suitable trainers … Continue reading
Systems check
Let’s face it: getting older sucks. My legs certainly feel ten years older, and after many years of niggling injuries from footy they could be in for a shock when I start training regularly. I may have not put on … Continue reading
At the foot of the mountain, looking up
Now I’ve committed to run, I’ve decided to write a blog to detail my experiences throughout the training period. Mostly, this is for my own benefit so I can look back on it years later. If I had done a … Continue reading
What have I done??!!
The phone rings. Steve (mate in New York): “Dude – gonna sign up to run the New York marathon in November. My work can get me a place. You should do it too! Hurry, as applications have to be in … Continue reading