Trail running to explore the unbeaten path
A couple of weekends ago I managed to find some time to explore part of the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park trail for a bit of coastal path trail running. With the last coastal path trail running route that I ran having been part of the Strumble Head circular, I was keen to try something else … Read more
Global warming is a real issue affecting us now and more so in the coming years. We see the effects to some degree already. From abnormal weather patterns, exceptionally freezing Winters, to flash flooding and prolongued droughts. Global warming is nothing new. In fact scientists from Exxon mobile knew about it 40+ years ago. Yet … Read more
On a cold and rainy December late afternoon, I ran a small section of the Strumble Head Circular coastal trail. I’m always on a mission to explore and catalog various trail running locations that are within close proximity to where I live. To find and decide on Strumble Head, I loaded up my Alltrails app, … Read more
Earlier this year I purchased a pair of Distance Carbon Z Trekking poles to aid me on runs out on the trail that I categorise as ultra distance. Specifically I made a spur-of-the-moment decision to run a self-supported 50 mile ultra along the serpent trail. I was thankful to have made this purchase as this … Read more
After much planning and some complicated logistics, it’s time to start discovering trail running in Wales! Blog post and running frequency has lately taken a bit of a nose dive. For good reason though, as my family and I have been busy with a move we’ve planned for a long time – moving to Pembrokeshire, … Read more
I thoroughly enjoy getting out into nature by way of my trail running. There are so many benefits to trail running that have kept me hooked for years now. Spotting flora and fauna are one of those plus points when out running. For me personally, looking out for the elusive Slow worm (Anguis fragilis) is … Read more
Earlier in the year my brother-in-law and I agreed to sign up for and complete an official marathon event. For my brother-in-law (Jason), this would be his first marathon distance run – a goal he had set his mind on for some time. After failing to get places in the Brighton and London 2021 marathons … Read more
Just a quick post today to highlight one thing I love about the Summer time in England – the amazing landscapes and trails. Summer trail running is something I really enjoy, despite the heat and sweat that comes with it. In fact, I made a short video showcasing some of the local trails I’ve been … Read more
I recently completed my first 50 mile (80km) trail run, set mostly over the Serpent Trail here in England. Running 50 miles is now an accomplishment I can put behind me, as I focus on my next goal: 100km, (62 miles). My first 50 miler was quite hastily planned. I was physically prepared for it, … Read more
I’m writing this blog post to put a stake in the ground for a few new goals I want to achieve in the next 1-3 years. Summit Mount Kilimanjaro, breach 100km distance for a single run, and complete a 100 mile ultra marathon. It is my aim that writing this will keep me accountable in … Read more