Updated on Apr 28th 2012 at 11:49 PM from the JustGiving API

Just seein if jg is up and ringing again

Updated on Apr 19th 2012 at 8:41 AM from the JustGiving API

Three days to go. Last day at work yesterday. Travelling down to London today. Have to register at expo before race so we are going there tomorrow. Then it's my birthday on Sat so just a quiet meal and show for me before early to bed. Let's just hope the weather brightens up a bit before sun! X x

Updated on Apr 10th 2012 at 10:03 PM from the JustGiving API

In proper taper mode now! Did just under 2 hour run on Sunday. Longest run this week is 45 mins. Although could do with wearing off some of the chocolate I ate over the Easter weekend!!! Less than two weeks to go- getting quite nervous now......

Updated on Mar 31st 2012 at 1:22 AM from the JustGiving API

What a fantastic day for fundraising. Cake sale at 4n went really well and the dress down and cake sale at work raised a phenomenal amount. I have been overwhelmed today by how generous and supportive people have been. It has made a massive dent in my target. Off to sell cakes again tomorrow at local scout group. More donations will follow so watch this space ........

Updated on Mar 25th 2012 at 10:20 PM from the JustGiving API

Did longest training session yesterday - 22 miles. Managed it is 2 and half hours despite having massive bloated from new marathon trainers! Good job there's a rest day tomorrow. X

Updated on Mar 20th 2012 at 10:12 PM from the JustGiving API

I am becoming very sad. Very excited today as started to break in new trainers ready for marathon day. Although they are a lot cleaner! X

Updated on Mar 20th 2012 at 10:10 PM from the JustGiving API

Decided to do long run on Sat last weekend instead of Sunday which was a nice change. Managed 21.3 miles in 3 and half hours. Only one more long run before marathon then they start to reduce. Celebrated success of long run by going out with a friend for a few drinks. Was nice going out on a sat night an not having to worry about getting up to run on sun. X

Updated on Mar 13th 2012 at 10:25 PM from the JustGiving API

Sorry not updated for a while life has been a little hectic. Had a Sunday off long run last week which was a welcome break. Although still had to run on sat and sun. Ended up aching quite badly too! Easy run last night then threshold run this evening. Starting to feel like I am getting a bit quicker although it's slow progress. Just under 6 weeks to go to marathon........

Updated on Feb 27th 2012 at 9:08 PM from the JustGiving API

The nice weather yesterday made my long run so much better. It was nice running down the country lanes when the sun was shining, although it was still a bit windy. Managed 18.4 miles in just under 3 hours so i am right on track at the moment. Hoping to finish marathon in about 4 and half hours. Only had a 20 minute easy run today which was a bit of a relief then back on to threshold run tomorrow. X x

Updated on Feb 27th 2012 at 9:07 PM from the JustGiving API

The nice weather yesterday made my long run so much better. It was nice running down the country lanes when the sun was shining, although it was still a bit windy. Managed 18.4 miles in just under 3 hours so i am right on track at the moment. Hoping to finish marathon in about 4 and half hours. Only had a 20 minute easy run today which was a bit of a relief then back on to threshold run tomorrow. X x

Updated on Feb 27th 2012 at 9:07 PM from the JustGiving API

The nice weather yesterday made my long run so much better. It was nice running down the country lanes when the sun was shining, although it was still a bit windy. Managed 18.4 miles in just under 3 hours so i am right on track at the moment. Hoping to finish marathon in about 4 and half hours. Only had a 20 minute easy run today which was a bit of a relief then back on to threshold run tomorrow. X x

Updated on Feb 27th 2012 at 9:07 PM from the JustGiving API

The nice weather yesterday made my long run so much better. It was nice running down the country lanes when the sun was shining, although it was still a bit windy. Managed 18.4 miles in just under 3 hours so i am right on track at the moment. Hoping to finish marathon in about 4 and half hours. Only had a 20 minute easy run today which was a bit of a relief then back on to threshold run tomorrow. X x

Updated on Feb 19th 2012 at 4:27 PM from the JustGiving API

Just back from long run. Was a bit worried about performance as had a few drinks last night. Me and Steve went away for the night to Cotswolds. Did okay in the end though. 16 miles in just over 2 1/2 hours. X

Updated on Feb 17th 2012 at 8:15 PM from the JustGiving API

Sue from Forever has kindly donated some argi+ and bee pollen tablets to me to help with my marathon training. They are hopefully going to give me a boost to my training. Will let you know how they go. X

Updated on Feb 7th 2012 at 8:52 PM from the JustGiving API

The snow hindered my training on Sunday but only a little! Trained at the gym instead. Didn't realise how different it would be running for 2 hours on a treadmill! Managed to get through it though and now the snow's melted it's back to road running! X

Updated on Jan 29th 2012 at 9:32 PM from the JustGiving API

Managed 14.55 miles today. Did 14 of those in 2hours 9 mins. Really chuffed that I am now over half way mark and not a bad time either. Just over 12 miles to go!! Bit of a change in training plan this week so looking forward to it! X x

Updated on Jan 17th 2012 at 9:55 PM from the JustGiving API

Decided to go with just the 5 layers for my run tonight as it was so cold. Vest top, thermal top, hoodie, running jacket and gillet. Not forgetting gloves, hat and earmuffs. Proper cold weather training gear! Lol!

Updated on Jan 10th 2012 at 11:07 PM from the JustGiving API

Forgot to update on sunday but did 11 miles in just under 2 hours. Bit sad but was really excited about trying out new toy (ipod nano touch) that I had for Christmas. Haven't been able to use it before as waiting for armband to arrive! Really pleased with it hence the photo! Will def help with training! Lol!

Updated on Jan 3rd 2012 at 10:06 PM from the JustGiving API

Happy New Year! Have taken a break from updating site over Christmas and New Year but now back on track. For those of you who think I took a break off training too, think again. I wouldn't recommend a 10 mile run on new year's day having eaten and drunk far too much the night before but I suppose you have to give these things a go! Will keep you updated on how training progresses.......

Updated on Dec 28th 2011 at 2:29 PM from the JustGiving API

Took a week off training over Christmas. First day back today. Thought I was going to struggle but didn't do too bad managed 10.6 miles on just under 1 hour 30. At least that's a few mine pies worn off! Few more to go though!

Updated on Dec 20th 2011 at 10:28 PM from the JustGiving API

First time I've had chance to post update this week with all the christmas prep. Did a long run on Sunday managed 10.6 miles - longest run yet ! Yippee! Monday run to the gym was a minute then than usual but figured I was still tired from Sunday. Have had a well earned rest today and off running again tomorrow night. Only two more training sessions before Christmas. X

Updated on Dec 16th 2011 at 10:15 PM from the JustGiving API

Work Christmas meal this afternoon. Wouldn't recommend running just after three course meal! After the initial sick feeling and bought of stitch wasn't too bad a run tonight. Away this weekend with long run to look forward to on Sunday afternoon when I get back!

Updated on Dec 14th 2011 at 9:37 PM from the JustGiving API

Had a busy week this week - too tired to do a long run so settled for 5 miles. Really cold out, pavements were icing up as I ran. Will have to go for a long run on Sunday now ......

Updated on Dec 11th 2011 at 10:24 PM from the JustGiving API

Went to hoar cross hall health spa for the weekend. Didn't miss out on training though ran 7 miles on treadmill then went for a back massage!

Updated on Dec 7th 2011 at 9:42 PM from the JustGiving API

Had a good long run tonight. Did 8.68miles in 1 hour 20 mins. Longest run yet! Woo hop. Came back feeling quite pleased then realised marathon is about 3 times that! Think I've got a bit more work to do!

Updated on Dec 5th 2011 at 10:17 PM from the JustGiving API

Had a good work out today. Ran to gym (approx 3 miles) in 22 mins them did a session in gym. Ready for bed now!

Updated on Dec 4th 2011 at 11:17 AM from the JustGiving API

Went out with a friend last night. Had a few too many drinks. Not looking forward to long run today!

Updated on Dec 4th 2011 at 10:47 AM from the JustGiving API

2.12.2011-Steve made the run a festive one today. He subject me to his version of Dominic the Italian Christmas donkey most of the way round! For those of you who don't listen to radio 1 you won't know what I am on about!

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