Tag Archives: Cheltenham

The Mean Streets of Cheltenham

Posted on September 1, 2013 by James Clay

I’ve spent approximately 92.7% of my 35 and a half years on Earth in Cheltenham. When I was a kid I walked to school, by the time I was in my teens that was an hour commute each way. I … Continue reading →

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Commandments Of Running #2

Posted on July 30, 2013 by James Clay

#2 Thou shall go exploring I heard the same phrase in various formats 4 times over the weekend… “My running route is…” I used to be that person. I made that mistake. Never again. I’ve lived in my flat for … 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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Mission Accomplished?

Posted on June 15, 2013 by James Clay

On Friday I set myself two goals in 12 hours: To swim a total of 300 metres in the pool for the first time ever To run my local Parkrun in a new PB Here’s how I got on… 1 … Continue reading →

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Manners Cost Nothing

Posted on June 3, 2013 by James Clay

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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