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1st Place and A NEW Phoenix Record at the PRDNDTS 6-Hour Race - Race Review, Advice and Get Yourself A FREE Pre-Race Checklist

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1st Place and A NEW Phoenix Record at the PRDNDTS 6-Hour Race - Race Review, Advice and Get Yourself A FREE Pre-Race Checklist

This is a review of my first place finish at the Phoenix Events PRDNDTS 6-hour race on 9th February 2020.

I also managed to achieve a NEW 6-hour RECORD for all of the Phoenix events!

The article includes a review of the race itself, tips if you’re thinking of doing it. Plus the kit and nutrition strategy I used.

You can also grab yourself a copy of my FREE pre-race checklist. Which will help you prepare for your own races.

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5th Place at the Country to Capital Ultra - Race Review, Tips and Get A FREE Pre-Race Checklist!

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5th Place at the Country to Capital Ultra - Race Review, Tips and Get A FREE Pre-Race Checklist!

This is a review of the Country to Capital ultra race where I came in 5th place in January 2020.

The article includes a review of the race itself and tips and advice if you’re thinking of doing it. Plus the kit and nutrition I used.

You can also grab yourself a FREE pre-race checklist, which will help you prepare for your own races.

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23 of the Best Running Articles from 2019

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23 of the Best Running Articles from 2019

2019 was a fantastic year for running performances.

And it seems like the quality and quantity of running tips and training advice is better than ever.

This blog lists out the best 23 articles that I read in 2019 - Covering training, racing, nutrition, psychology and inspirational stories.

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12 Tips to Help Keep Your Running Training on Track Over Christmas

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12 Tips to Help Keep Your Running Training on Track Over Christmas

Keeping your running training on track over Christmas is one of the most difficult things to do. There are so many parties, so many delicious treats and so many easy ways to fall off the wagon.

Here are 12 tips to try to keep your fitness up in the festive period.

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The Shoe that Broke Running - A Review of the Nike Vaporfly - On the Running Podcast Review - Ep 4

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The Shoe that Broke Running - A Review of the Nike Vaporfly - On the Running Podcast Review - Ep 4

Would you like to save time by getting a summary of some of the best running, health and wellness podcast episodes? Without having to listen them all.

Then this article is for you!

This week - A review of the Nike Vaporfly, how to taper properly for races, should you split your long run into two and an overview of the MAF method for runners

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Expert Running Pacing Advice from Paul Addicott - A Man Who Has Paced 82 Races!

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Expert Running Pacing Advice from Paul Addicott - A Man Who Has Paced 82 Races!

This week, we get some expert pacing advice from someone who has helped thousands of people achieve their running goals.

Paul Addicott has paced for 82 running events. Mostly marathons. And so he has learnt a lot about how to run these type of events to achieve your target time.

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Could A High Fat, Low Carb (Keto) Diet Improve Your Running Performance?

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Could A High Fat, Low Carb (Keto) Diet Improve Your Running Performance?

What are the benefits of a high-fat, low-carb (keto) diet for ultra-runners?

Will a keto diet help you achieve your running goals?

And what are the specific foods that I use when training and racing on a keto diet?

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Focusing on the Future, Not on Failure - A Review of My World Record LEJOG Attempt

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Focusing on the Future, Not on Failure - A Review of My World Record LEJOG Attempt

What went wrong (and right) in my attempt to run more than 800 miles in 9 days?

How am I using my failure to look at the future in a positive way?

Plus, what’s next in my ultra-running diary?

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The Monthly Mileage: March 2019 - 4 Tips on How to Prepare for Races, Including Video and a FREE Race Checklist!

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The Monthly Mileage: March 2019 - 4 Tips on How to Prepare for Races, Including Video and a FREE Race Checklist!

Learn 4 tips for preparing for races - including videos of my nightly routine before major runs.

Plus you can grab your FREE pre-race checklist!

I’ve used these on the way to winning 100 mile and 100km races. And as part of my training in March, where I ran 1,066km (262 miles).

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Running Tips and Advice from A 100 Marathon Club Member

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Running Tips and Advice from A 100 Marathon Club Member

What does it take to be part of the 100 marathon club? Or to run 52 marathons in 52 weeks? Or to do 10 ultra marathons in 10 days?

And what advice can you get to improve your own running?

Find out in this interview with Barry Gerhold. Who’s done it all. And is planning much more!

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4 Tips to Improve Your Performance by Resting More - From A Month Where I Ran More than 1,000km!

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4 Tips to Improve Your Performance by Resting More - From A Month Where I Ran More than 1,000km!

How did I use rest to maximise my performance in February? When I still ran more than 1,000km (630+ miles).

And what did I eat and drink to keep up with the physical demands?

Read my review of my running and nutrition in February 2019 to find out!

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How I Stayed Focused During A 1,240km Month of Running - The Monthly Mileage: Jan 2019

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How I Stayed Focused During A 1,240km Month of Running - The Monthly Mileage: Jan 2019

What techniques did I use to stay focused during a month where I ran more than 1,200km (760 miles)?

And what did I eat and drink to keep up with the physical demands?

Read my review of January 2019 to find out!

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25 of the Best Running Articles from 2018 to Improve Your Performance

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25 of the Best Running Articles from 2018 to Improve Your Performance

Improve your performances by reading some of the best articles from 2018.

This summary covers information for training, racing, psychology, nutrition and inspirational stories

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Cracking Christmas Gifts for the Runner in Your Life (Or For Yourself!)

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Cracking Christmas Gifts for the Runner in Your Life (Or For Yourself!)

Tis the season to spend money!

  • Are you struggling to think of gift ideas for that special someone in your life who loves running?

  • Have you been asked by someone else to help them with gift ideas for you?

  • Or are you simply looking to treat yourself over the festive period?

Read this article for some inspiration!

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The Monthly Mileage: Nov 2018 - A 600Km Month with 2nd Place in a 50 Miler

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The Monthly Mileage: Nov 2018 - A 600Km Month with 2nd Place in a 50 Miler

How much did I run in November 2018? And how much crap did I eat?

And what helped me achieve a 2nd place finish at the Wendover Woods 50 Miler? And then run a marathon the next day?

Find out in the Monthly Mileage blog for November 2018!

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Wendover Woods 50 Mile Race Review - 2nd Place and a 140 Mile Week!

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Wendover Woods 50 Mile Race Review - 2nd Place and a 140 Mile Week!

Read about my 2nd place finish at the Wendover Woods 50 mile race, including

  • What food I used

  • What kit do I recommend

Plus, claim your FREE checklist which will help you plan for your own races

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1st Place at the Autumn 100 Mile Race - My Preparation, Race Review and A Free Checklist!

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1st Place at the Autumn 100 Mile Race - My Preparation, Race Review and A Free Checklist!

Read about my 1st place finish at the Autumn 100 mile race.

Including how I prepared for the event, my story of the race itself and my top tips for running your own ultra. Plus, you can grab a FREE race checklist!

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