Blog Post Written On:
14.10.2009
Ever since running the Great North Run with my iPod Touch and Nike+ Running software, i’ve been on the look out for a new device which i could use to keep track of my running and cycling training. The main reason for this, was the accuracy of the Nike+ software. A half marathon is 13.1 miles, but my Nike+ system was telling me i had ran 16.5 miles. I know it might have felt like that on the day, but a 3.4 mile discrepancy just isn’t good enough. I’ve since found out, that other routes that i have run were well out with the Nike+ software aswell.
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Blog Post Written On:
21.09.2009
Yesterday I completed my first ever Great North Run, and I absolutely loved it. It really was an experience that will stick with me for the rest of my life, and I can’t wait to do it again next year.
The day started with me being dropped off at about 9.30am beside the civic centre for the short walk to the starting line on the central motorway in Newcastle. At this time in the morning, it was cool with beautiful clear blue skys and i just knew the day was going to be a good one, although i knew the temperatures would rise a bit to levels that would make the run a bit uncomfortable. continue reading »
Blog Post Written On:
28.08.2009
In just over 3 weeks i will be running my first ever half marathon, the Bupa Great North Run. 13.1 miles of pure hell, but i can’t wait.
When i got my place for the Run, i knew i would like to raise some money for a good cause, but i wasn’t 100% sure for which charity.
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