Category Archives: Life

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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The Easiest Food Lie To Tell Yourself…

Posted on February 16, 2015 by James Clay

I’m not stupid, I know how food works. I know about the mix of protein, carbs and fat. I’m well aware of the dangers of sugar. I understand the average calorie requirement for a man… And I try to eat … Continue reading →

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I’m An Aural Convert

Posted on January 27, 2015 by James Clay

I’ve been reading a lot recently about people who don’t run with music, but listen to podcasts instead. “What a backward step for mankind” I thought, “these are the kind of people who apply leeches to cure DOMS and believe … 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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The Big Pig Funny Jig Wall Run Muddy Fun Jog

Posted on January 13, 2015 by James Clay

Waking up on Sunday with a few hours left in the New Forest it was good to know we’d got another route planned and 10 miles of forest fun ahead of us, but it turned out even better than we’d … Continue reading →

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