Just keep showing up!
The Berlin Marathon is on 24th September. With only six weeks to go, Coach Sean has stepped up the training schedule. Here’s what it looked like last week: Monday: 12 x 400m anaerobic at 3:55/km (6:19/mi) (9km) Tuesday: Hilly run (11km) Wednesday: Tempo run 8k at 4:38/km (7:27/mi) (12km) Thursday: Midweek longish run (16km) Friday:…
I think this was one of the most beautiful hikes yet. Our friends are experts at finding undiscovered, secluded gems. Whenever they suggest a hike,…
For the first time in nearly a year, I’ve been back on the track for intervals. I knew that these were going to hurt! My…
When I told Coach Sean about the Zermatt Marathon, he wasn’t amused. He suggested that I switch it to a half-marathon instead. Which I did….
Last Tuesday, we arrived back in Zurich. It felt good to be back! I love South Africa’s happy vibes, but it’s nice to experience some…
The Fish River Canyon is a legendary 89km (55 miles) hike in Namibia. The hike takes five days and the route follows the Fish River….
Last Saturday morning, I ran along the promenade with friends. It was the first time that we ran together since October last year. I was…
Time for a trail race! The Oxpecker Trail Run is one of South Africa’s top trail events. It takes place in the beautiful mountainous area…
This week saw two highlights: Last Thursday was a holiday here in South Africa. Many vineyards around Cape Town offer special events, including running events….
We’re getting close to the end of our 13 Peaks Challenge. Last week, we ticked off peak number 12. Only one more to go! Klaassenkop…