Tag Archives: Milton Keynes marathon

Wednesday and Thurday

Posted on August 23, 2012 by shazruns

Todays post comes with a BOGOF offer as will include details of two days due to me being too lazy to do a post last night-apologies! Yesterday we headed to Newquay and the famous popular surfing beach-Fistral Beach. The conditions were … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged Cornwall, London Marathon, Milton Keynes marathon, Newquay, Padstow, rick stein, running, surf | 3 Comments

Milton Keynes Marathon (or 26.2 mile monsoon run)

Posted on April 30, 2012 by shazruns

The Good The marshalls The supporters Carla and Alma for braving the elements Meeting Nicky and running the last three miles with her (how can anyone look that immaculate after 20 plus miles?) Making the decision not to run with Mr … Continue reading →

Posted in Milton Keynes Marathon | Tagged Janathon, long run, Marathon, Milton Keynes, Milton Keynes marathon, rain, running, supporters, windy | 11 Comments

Would it be possible….

Posted on April 28, 2012 by shazruns

to run 26.2 miles in :- and carrying maybe not possible but might well be necessary! Looking forward to obtaining feet like this:- (!!!!!!!!!!!!!)

Posted in Milton Keynes Marathon | Tagged Marathon, Milton Keynes marathon, rain, umbrella, wellies | 6 Comments

Not long now

Posted on April 14, 2012 by shazruns

This arrived Friday Shortly after this arrived Good luck to Alma and Louise for tomorrow

Posted in Milton Keynes Marathon | Tagged Milton Keynes marathon, nerves, running | 2 Comments

Eggscellent

Posted on April 8, 2012 by shazruns

This morning Madam and I headed in to London to get the tail end of The Big Egg Hunt. I have enjoyed reading about Zoe’s egg hunting expeditions and had planned a little hunt for ourselves, however when I heard … Continue reading →

Posted in Milton Keynes Marathon | Tagged Covent Garden, Eggs, hills, Marathon, Milton Keynes marathon, running, The Big Egg Hunt | 9 Comments

Adapted training

Posted on April 7, 2012 by shazruns

I am fortunate to work term time, so this has meant a week off with Madam with one to go and we love it. We have kept busy with a belated party for madam, shopping, and for me spring cleaning! The training … Continue reading →

Posted in Milton Keynes Marathon | Tagged Garmin, long run, Milton Keynes marathon, running, running buddy | 4 Comments

Toe trouble and time to taper

Posted on April 3, 2012 by shazruns

Saturday I ran 20.91 miles it should have been 21 miles, I am hoping the shortfall of .09 miles will not make a difference! RB joined me for 15 of those miles and I was very grateful for her company. The last … Continue reading →

Posted in Milton Keynes Marathon | Tagged doctors, long run, Milton Keynes marathon, running, sore toe, taper, toe nail | 6 Comments

Its been a funny week

Posted on March 30, 2012 by shazruns

Sunday-I took my reluctant tired sore legs for a run, limping slightly due to sore toes Monday-I brought Mr Garmin back to life by washing him, can only assume his buttons were clogged by sweat-nice! Tuesday-One of my toes went … Continue reading →

Posted in Milton Keynes Marathon | Tagged Asics, Garmin, London Marathon, Milton Keynes marathon, running, sore legs, sore toes, VLM, water retention | 3 Comments

Running Buddy’s First Half

Posted on March 25, 2012 by shazruns

Today was my running buddy’s big day. Today was the day of the Brentwood half marathon. Rumour has it that she has not been fun to live with this week, fretting about the race, the weather and at times threatening not … Continue reading →

Posted in Milton Keynes Marathon | Tagged Brentwood half marathon, cold, fartlek, half marathon, Milton Keynes marathon, running, running buddy | 3 Comments

RIP Mr Garmin

Posted on March 24, 2012 by shazruns

It is with great sadness that I announce the demise of Mr Garmin this morning at approximately 9 am. Cause of death unknown but rumour has it that the early mornings became too much for him. He was a loyal … Continue reading →

Posted in Milton Keynes Marathon | Tagged cool bath, energy gel, Garmin, long run, Milton Keynes marathon, running | 5 Comments