September 3, 2010

Stronger Feet

The internet can be a hugely useful training tool when it comes to running.  Apart from all the information out there about diet and nutrition, there’s also oodles of things to motivate and inspire you too.   I especially enjoy it when I find practical, easy to follow guides on how to improve my running technique.  …Read the Rest

Rutland Water Marathon
September 1, 2010

Rutland Water Marathon

Usually I run the roads round here.  I like tarmac, what can I say!  However, I am fortunate to live …Read the Rest

Nutters Assemble Here!
August 7, 2010

Nutters Assemble Here!

Since starting this blog about marathon running, I’ve been delighted to see how many people have come to have a read …Read the Rest

Hope Runs High In New York
August 3, 2010

Hope Runs High In New York

Some of you may have heard that I have a place for the New York Marathon, later this Autumn.  My …Read the Rest

TRI something new & TRI something FREE!
July 1, 2010

TRI something new & TRI something FREE!

Something you may not know about me: once upon a lifetime ago I was involved in Triathlon training. I got …Read the Rest

Pace Your Race
June 13, 2010

Pace Your Race

I’m getting a little frustrated with training at the moment.  Nothing new there!  Although I’m a very patient person generally, …Read the Rest

Nokia’s Fitness Guru At Your Service
June 4, 2010

Nokia’s Fitness Guru At Your Service

Just a quick post to tell you some exciting news. I’m very honoured, and a little surprised, that Mr Nokia …Read the Rest

A Barefoot Revolution
May 30, 2010

A Barefoot Revolution

If you read my previous post, you’ll understand why I’m thinking of ways not to damage my toes when I …Read the Rest

Look away now..Runners Feet Ain’t Pretty!
May 20, 2010

Look away now..Runners Feet Ain’t Pretty!

Apart from the aches and pains I was expecting to get after running 26.2 miles of Virgin London Marathon, I …Read the Rest

Twitter and Facebook Help Boost Fundraising
May 16, 2010

Twitter and Facebook Help Boost Fundraising

I can’t believe that the Virgin London Marathon was three weeks ago.  It really has been the most amazing experience …Read the Rest

Top Ten Running Tunes
May 13, 2010

Top Ten Running Tunes

A little while ago, Real-buzz asked a whole heap of marathon runners (myself included) which songs they found motivated them …Read the Rest

My London Marathon photos
May 12, 2010

My London Marathon photos

Here are a few photos from the final couple of miles of the Virgin London Marathon 2010. They say you should smile, straighten up & be aware your photo is being taken at this stage … clearly I was too knackered to heed the advice!

Recovery Tips: When should you start running after a marathon?
May 10, 2010

Recovery Tips: When should you start running after a marathon?

Running a marathon is exhausting.  Not just physically but also mentally.  There’s usually been a big build-up to the main …Read the Rest

2011 Virgin London Marathon General Ballot
May 3, 2010

2011 Virgin London Marathon General Ballot

I have to mention this.  I know you’ll all think I’m mad but this is important … If, like me, …Read the Rest

My London Marathon Journey (video)
April 27, 2010

My London Marathon Journey (video)

Credits: Soundtrack – My fave Nickelback “If Today Was Your Last Day” Many thanks to Mr S and his filming …Read the Rest

Virgin London Marathon 2010 – were you there?
April 27, 2010

Virgin London Marathon 2010 – were you there?

The last few days have gone by in a blur and I’ve a lot of catching up to do.  Lots …Read the Rest

Virgin London Marathon Music & Apps from Nokia
April 24, 2010

Virgin London Marathon Music & Apps from Nokia

The last couple of days have been manic.  I’m full of nerves and excitement and feeling as jumpy as a …Read the Rest

Good Luck Message to London Marathon Runners
April 20, 2010

Good Luck Message to London Marathon Runners

Good luck from Charlie Chaplin – London Marathon Guinness World Record Holder Last year, Sergeant Major Gordon ‘Charlie’ Chaplin successfully …Read the Rest

Carb Loading
April 17, 2010

Carb Loading

I’ve been talking to a variety of nutritional experts recently and exploring the idea of ‘Carb Loading’ in the final …Read the Rest

Top Tips for Marathon Tapering
April 15, 2010

Top Tips for Marathon Tapering

After all the months and months of hard, lonely training it’s time to taper! With the Virgin London Marathon just …Read the Rest

Ice, Ice Baby! a.k.a. Benefits of an Ice Bath!
April 11, 2010

Ice, Ice Baby! a.k.a. Benefits of an Ice Bath!

Having been accustomed to numerous injuries and hours and hours of physiotherapy, I have decided that nothing is too far …Read the Rest

Nominated for Blogger of The Year
April 10, 2010

Nominated for Blogger of The Year

I’ve never been nominated for anything before ..  So imagine my surprise at receive the following: “Well done! You were …Read the Rest

Joanna’s Marathon is on Facebook
April 10, 2010

Joanna’s Marathon is on Facebook

I’m really pleased to announce that ‘Joanna’s Marathon’ is now on Facebook.  There’s a special Fan Page that I’d like …Read the Rest

Marathon Expo – The Best Free Event For Runners!
April 8, 2010

Marathon Expo – The Best Free Event For Runners!

The Virgin London Marathon Expo – 21st -24th April 2010 Whether you’re running in this year’s Virgin London Marathon or …Read the Rest

Break A Guinness World Record
April 4, 2010

Break A Guinness World Record

Guinness World Records is the world’s recognised authority on record-breaking achievements.  This year they have partnered with Virgin London Marathon …Read the Rest

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