Category Archives: Training

…And Then I Swam.

Posted on June 27, 2013 by James Clay

It’s hard to believe that 16 days ago I couldn’t swim. In the last two weeks, and with the help of two good friends, I have developed from doggy paddling a 12 metre width of the pool. After trying a … Continue reading →

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So THAT’S How You Run!

Posted on June 24, 2013 by James Clay

I’ve been running for a little over 3 years now. In that time I’ve shared pavements and paths will all manner of experienced athletes, I’ve read countless magazines, blogs, and websites about running as well as several books. I’ve had … Continue reading →

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Exercise Jim, But Not As We Know It.

Posted on June 22, 2013 by James Clay

The idea of Juneathon is to exercise every day, and I was doing really well until today. Today I was up and out at 8am to help build a music festival and there was no chance for a run, swim … Continue reading →

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“If I Could Choose The Life I Lead…

Posted on June 21, 2013 by James Clay

…then I would be a boatman” That Levellers song was rolling around and around in my head this morning as I rode the 32 mile canal path from Gloucester to Sharpness and back. Indeed I was so happy at times … Continue reading →

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Swimming, It’s Just Like Golf.

Posted on June 20, 2013 by James Clay

Years ago I lived with three professional golfers. They all played, they all taught, they all knew best. We used to have bags of clubs in the kitchen, by the back door, and when we popped out for a smoke … Continue reading →

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