It was quite a week. My first full week back at work. WOW, that was a challenge.
Running after work was always going to be hard, however, this week I decided to give myself a change of scenery.
Having toured around every single gym in Farringdon, Holborn and St Paul’s I finally found one.
Finding a place to put my clothes whilst I run is a lot more challenging than you think. So with my new membership, I said goodbye to the lovely streets of Borehamwood and Radlett and said hello to the hustle and bustle of the City of London.
The top two things I’ve noticed running in London:
* There is no such thing as the runners nod. When running in Borehamwood, I’d find that you would pass someone and they’d give you a nod or if your lucky a high five, not in London!
* It’s a lot harder. I thought I had a good sense of direction, but clearly not! I did find myself on a few occasions pausing my run and having to look at my maps to see exactly where I was. Ending up at Tower Bridge and having to get back to St Paul’s, when you have no idea where you’re going is harder than you think.
Anyway, not getting home until after 8 now has taken its toll. I’m now having to put my kindle away in the mornings and get Eastenders on.
Don’t forget to donate!
Sunday 14 January 2018
Wednesday 3 January 2018
109 days to go...
For those of you that I don’t see or speak to regularly, won’t know this, but I am
running the 2018 London Marathon.
If you do know me however, you’ll know I never talk about running, never mention the fact I have just gone for a run and never mention that I’m tired.
The London Marathon has always been on my bucket list. Watching it on TV last year, I said to myself, ‘I'm going to do it next year'.
Eight months later I’m more motivated than ever to complete those, what will feel like, 500 miles.
To me, running seemed ok, an avid gym goer, who could jog half-an-hour on the treadmill not a problem. Half an hour run up Elstree Hill - the biggest problem, EVER!
As I fully start my training this month, I’ll be writing about my journey in the rain, snow and hopefully some sun, to the finish line!
Enjoy reading months of me complaining and the stories my training has to offer.
running the 2018 London Marathon.
If you do know me however, you’ll know I never talk about running, never mention the fact I have just gone for a run and never mention that I’m tired.
The London Marathon has always been on my bucket list. Watching it on TV last year, I said to myself, ‘I'm going to do it next year'.
Eight months later I’m more motivated than ever to complete those, what will feel like, 500 miles.
To me, running seemed ok, an avid gym goer, who could jog half-an-hour on the treadmill not a problem. Half an hour run up Elstree Hill - the biggest problem, EVER!
As I fully start my training this month, I’ll be writing about my journey in the rain, snow and hopefully some sun, to the finish line!
Enjoy reading months of me complaining and the stories my training has to offer.
Oh. And don't forget to donate. I will be running the marathon for Kisharon - An amazing special needs charity that provides support to hundreds of Jewish children & Adults with learning difficulties and their families.
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