Month: November 2008

So here’s the graph I’ve constructed based on the times given to me via the email alerts. The first section just gave the average time at each 5km point, but from 16 miles onwards I’ve worked out the exact pace per mile. It peaks between …

I wanted to capture my whole marathon story and publish it, as much for me as for anyone else. I’ve broken it down into sections to make it easier to post and read. There’s a lot to tell so if you really want to live …

The Quick Decision Steve phones out of the blue and tells me he’s got a place in this year’s New York Marathon via his work if he wants it. Would I want to do it too? Completely un-Andy-like, I make a snap decision and agree. …

T minus four days 4:30am: The journey that will take to me glory or despair starts with a simple, irritating buzzer from my alarm clock. I grab a few last-minute items and open the curtains, hoping that the blanket of white that unexpectedly descended last …

In the house No sooner had I put my head down after midnight, then my phone’s alarm woke me up. 4:30am: Game Time. A quick physical check appears to indicate that I’m rested and stomach is fine. Relieved that this was the case, and not …

Grab everything you can The medal. The glorious, hard-fought medal is handed to me. I thanked the helper, and kiss its metal surface hard. If I die now, this is coming with me. I stumble towards a small stage and get an official photo taken. …

Just thought it would be nice to show you all the route. Double click on an area to zoom in. Drag with mouse to pan around.