Author Archives: doug

Review – Craft Pro Zero base layer

Posted on 16 February, 2012 by doug

Craft Prozero base layer This has turned out to be a great find, compensating for the mediocre Montane featherlite marathon jacket that I’m also wearing in this picture. Craft clothing have a couple of different terms for their baselayers with the Pro … Continue reading →

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Why I’m tee total

Posted on 15 February, 2012 by doug

Few things are nicer than a good coffee or tea Please bear with me in a brief departure from the usual running and cycling posts.  Back to normal after this post. Just imagine alcohol didn’t exist and you are the … Continue reading →

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Guest blog by Tony Gavin

Posted on 10 February, 2012 by doug

Tony Gavin, centre I came across Tony Gavin via Progait on the web.  In my book, you cannot underestimate how important things like a gait analysis are in terms of taking care of yourself and enjoying going for a run. After all, … Continue reading →

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Ask me a question!

Posted on 9 February, 2012 by doug

Many people who know me personally already realise I sometimes ask a lot of questions.  What makes it even more tiring for them is that I tend to ask ‘open’ questions.  Besides, I have really gained from picking people’s brains … Continue reading →

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Linseed / Flaxseed

Posted on 5 February, 2012 by doug

As I’m not a big fan of eating oily fish, I need to be mindful of how I get sufficient Omega 3 and 6 fatty acids.  For sure we all need to include these in our diets for the benefit of our … Continue reading →

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Maximum heart rate

Posted on 3 February, 2012 by doug

When I’m training on the treadmill I occasionally grab the sensors to see what my heart rate is.  Having done this quite a few times over the months and years I can pretty much predict what it’s going to be … Continue reading →

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Review – The Food Doctor Savoury Roasted Soya

Posted on 29 January, 2012 by doug

Savoury roasted soya, as scoffed by Rachel Following on from The Food Doctor’s raw seeds and nuts I thought I’d try out these savoury roasted soya beans.  Little did I know I would be thwarted as they were scoffed by Rachel, who … Continue reading →

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My erratic training

Posted on 23 January, 2012 by doug

Remember I’m following a training programme for the MK Marathon?  Well things went a bit awry last week but not disastrously. On Thursday I was meant to do 70 minutes at marathon pace (they suggest a 9 minute per mile pace) … Continue reading →

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Longing for those longer days

Posted on 19 January, 2012 by doug

Early morning bike ride in Cumbria At breakfast time we were talking about the winter and how we had noticed the days were now starting to get a little bit longer.  That is really encouraging and it won’t be long … Continue reading →

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A little bit of interval training

Posted on 18 January, 2012 by doug

Just so you know, I’m following the intermediate training programme for the 2012 MK Marathon which is helpfully on their website.  Although I’ve only been doing it for a week or so, I’m enjoying it as it brings variety to my running … Continue reading →

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Specialized Sonoma shoes – review

Posted on 13 January, 2012 by doug

I’ve had these shoes for at least 3 or 4 years and probably a good enough time to do a blog review. What are they? They are made by Specialized, well know maker of mid priced bikes, bits and clothing – … Continue reading →

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More on being 50 years old

Posted on 12 January, 2012 by doug

Following on from my positive view of being 50, click here, I have noticed a view drawbacks of being 50.  Admitting to these is hard, let alone the thought of being middle-aged.  Never mind this middle-aged stuff, I’m just getting going! … Continue reading →

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The benefits of being 50

Posted on 5 January, 2012 by doug

Yep I’m now the big 50 but I’m in better shape than when I became 40.  That feels good but a bit weird knowing I’ll be a super veteran in races from now on.  That sounds old but it isn’t … Continue reading →

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New Years’ Resolution?

Posted on 3 January, 2012 by doug

Cycling in the Cotswold Hills – where miles often drift by unnoticed Are you wanting to start getting fit?  Are you saying “I want to lose weight”, “I want to start running or start cycling” or maybe “Shall I join … Continue reading →

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