Tales of walking, running and mood dependent, maybe other random stuff!
For a while after the marathon last July, and over the winter, I felt like I’d lost the love of running. Maybe as I didn’t have a goal? I think I need to have a purpose and something to strive for; although at times I do enjoy running for running’s sake, I’m definitely better when … Continue reading Loving the trails again!
This year I decided to enter the Balmoral 15 mile race on a whim as it fitted with my marathon plan (which specified a 15 mile long run). It’s always good to run somewhere different and given that I’ve only done this race once before, way back in 2012 when I found it very tough, … Continue reading Trac Run Balmoral 15 Mile Trail Race
Day 4: Tyndrum to Bridge of Orchy Having very much enjoyed the last few days but feeling somewhat tired, I’d resolved last night that today would be a day off. The original plan had been to have breakfast, read my book (Eleanor Oliphant is Completely Fine) and go for a run along the West Highland … Continue reading Tyndrum, Days 4-6 (‘Spring’ holiday)
The first instalment of our Spring walking holiday, based in Tyndrum. Snowy tops on the munros made for beautiful scenery (when we weren't fogged in)!
Keen to get some more hills in his legs, Bruce had been watching the weather forecast during the week, and off the back of this we booked an impromptu weekend away. Heading off on Saturday, earlier than planned due to big winds putting paid to his golf, we enjoyed a leisurely drive down the road … Continue reading Arrochar Weekend: A Tale of Two Parts
Having lacked focus since dropping out of Fraserburgh Half Marathon (in favour of going away to celebrate Mum's 70th birthday), I decided that I needed a focus, and have therefore made the decision to follow an 18 week training plan in the lead up to Fort William Marathon. The year got off to a reasonable … Continue reading Marathon Training Begins …
In contrast to my usual hectic weekends, for once I totally relaxed! Heading away straight from work on Friday, we (Mum, big sister, cousin, two Aunties & I) spent two nights at the Golf View Hotel & Spa in Nairn. The hotel has mixed reviews on Tripadvisor but we loved it. The staff were great, … Continue reading Weekend Away
The hill forecast today was excellent. Following a day of wind and snow, the skies were due to be clear for most of the afternoon with no wind; no better opportunity to get out. Our initial hope had been to head south to the Angus Glens to walk Mayar and Driesh; however, the latest dump … Continue reading Finding Alan’s Hut: A Surprising Test of Winter Navigation
You may recall in the not too distant past having your arm twisted to buy some fudge, relaxing on the couch for a session of Reiki, or maybe just being kind enough to make a donation to the very worthy cause that is Braemar Mountain Rescue in exchange for me running the Illuminator, the 15 … Continue reading Training with Braemar Mountain Rescue Team
Honoured to be invited to share my marathon journey on project345blog Wishing James every success in his forthcoming marathon!
Clare, happiest outdoors! 