Category Archives: Running

28 Ways To Know You’re A Runner

Posted on February 23, 2015 by James Clay

I’ve shamelessly stolen this from my running club Facebook page, where the question was asked and my fabulous club mates answered. Which do you agree with? Anything we missed? You Know You’re A Runner When… You check every pair of … Continue reading →

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A Public Declaration Of Intent

Posted on February 20, 2015 by James Clay

I don’t think I’ve ever done this before. I may have muttered something vaguely similar to a friend or possibly convinced myself I’d have a go, but here’s the very first time I have ever announced this… Tomorrow I will … Continue reading →

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Should Marathons Be Accessible To All?

Posted on January 15, 2015 by James Clay

Firstly let’s be absolutely clear on something. I am a firm believer in the inclusive nature of running. I am almost fanatical about getting people to take up running and stick with it through the first few difficult months, until … Continue reading →

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Doing The Double

Posted on January 4, 2015 by James Clay

I don’t buy all the “new year, new you” rubbish, in fact January 1st is just December 32nd in a dress. But what I do believe is that bank holidays are that most beautiful and rare opportunity to do something … Continue reading →

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Fulham Palace parkrun #55

Posted on November 1, 2014 by James Clay

When I first saw the memorial poppies at Tower of London announced I knew I had to go. As time grew short to get a visit in I knew it would have to be a Saturday. Knowing I’d be in … Continue reading →

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