Author Archives: James Clay

LSD Ruined My Life

No, not the hallucination inducing drug so beloved by the flower power generation, but Long Slow Distance runs. And maybe ruining my “life” is a bit of an exaggeration, perhaps it would be fairer to say ruined my “short term … Continue reading

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Manners Cost Nothing

Just been out for some interval work and for a change I avoided the quiet cycle path I normally use and went out on the mean streets of Cheltenham. That was a mistake. Firstly the pavements of this town are … Continue reading

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The Marathon Stopped Me Running!

I’ve been lacking in running mojo, and unable to figure out why. The weather has been better, I’ve had plenty of time on my hands, there’s been no injuries…I just haven’t felt compelled to hit the streets. Then during yesterday’s … Continue reading

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Juneathon Begins

“There’s a wise saying that goes like this: A real gentleman never discusses women he’s broken up with or how much tax he’s paid. Actually, this is a total lie. I just made it up. Sorry! But if there really … Continue reading

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Two Things Tuesday – 28th May

(apologies for the late post, technology is not always my friend!) 1 – Runner’s World Trailblazer 10k – Forest of Dean Saturday saw my last running event before the start of marathon training in a few weeks. From now on … Continue reading

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