Well its been a while since I last wrote but with only two weeks to go before The Wye Valley 50 then I thought I would give you all an update on how the trainings been going.
Since finishing sixth in the Brecon Beacons 40 miler in December I have been hitting the trails and mountains as much as my schedule allows me. Ive been putting in some solid 70 to 80 mile weeks and considering thats only on 5 to 6 days a week running once a day then I dont think thats too bad really.
The great thing about the last few months is that I have had a chance to run in some really wonderful countryside with plenty of elevation and long distance trails.
These locations include :- The Black Mountains, Brecon Beacons, Offas Dyke Path, Wye Valley walk amongst others. I have put a few photos beneath so you can get an idea of how cool its been. Ive also been lucky enough to have my brother along with me for a few runs and Im happy to say he's joining me for the 50 miler in a couple of weeks. He's a pretty good runner so I wouldnt be suprised if he has a great result. We are training together more frequently now, mostly in preparation for the Ultra Trail South West 100 in June. These are the races I am planning to do this year.
1. New Years Day Stanwick Lakes Half Marathon (2nd place).
2. The Wye Valley 50 (March 10th).
3. Buff Lightning 12 hour race (Eastnor Castle March 25th)
4. Worcester Marathon (April)
5. Brecon Beacons 40 (May)
6. Ultra Trail South West 100 (6000m (18000ft) ascent) (June 23rd)
7. Adidas Thunder run 24 hour race (solo entry) (July 27th)
Well thats the lot for now there will be more races towards the end of the year but all of these are leading up to hopefully a place in the UTMB next year.
Take care all,
Enjoy the photos.
