Hell…that was far

On Sunday I did my first ever 1/2 marathon. Yes, I know you’re probably sick of my talking about it. I’m sorry not sorry. For me, it’s a big deal. To understand why it matters to me, it’s important to realise that I’m not a runner — not in the least. In the past two years [ish] I’ve… Read More Hell…that was far

I’m likely to look very much like Homer Simpson on Sunday: Taking on my first ever 1/2 marathon #DurbanRunnerChallenge

You know those people you see running on the beach/street/track/trail that look like they’re just coasting along and enjoying themselves? You know those people who just look so smooth and fluid, like this is something that comes easy to them? Come on…I know you do. Well, I’m not one of them. But nonetheless, I’ve kind of… Read More I’m likely to look very much like Homer Simpson on Sunday: Taking on my first ever 1/2 marathon #DurbanRunnerChallenge

Paying off

Today, for the first time in a long time, it felt like my diet and training was starting to pay off. I felt lighter, slimmer, fitter. I don’t know if I actually am [weigh-in and measurements are on Monday] but it felt like it.    Inspired by my amazing wife, who’s been on the Weight Watchers… Read More Paying off