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Better Sore Than Sorry

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Author: Iain

Blog Mental

Procrastination and Running

August 13, 2023 by Iain

It’s been an odd few years for me fitness-wise. There were the lockdowns where I got fit and loved running on deserted …

Blog Physical

How to be a Parkrun Run Director

July 22, 2023 by Iain

  I’ve been a Parkrun Run Director twice and enjoyed it immensely both times.   To anyone who knows Parkrun, you’d think …

Blog Physical

How to run a faster parkrun (5km)

May 21, 2023May 21, 2023 by Iain

This post can be for anyone that wants to get a faster time at parkrun, whether it’s sub 20, sub 30 or …

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Awesome Playlist Blog

The Awesome Running Playlist – Track 54

November 7, 2022 by Iain

Mixed Emotions – Chase & Status feat. Clementine Douglas (2022)   The very first time I heard this tune it had me …

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Osprey Archeon 25 Backpack Review

October 5, 2022 by Iain

With the return to the office and my resolution to minimise driving there, I decided I needed a quality backpack to carry …

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Vivobarefoot Primus Lite III Review

September 24, 2022September 25, 2022 by Iain

I’ve been looking into getting a pair of Vivobarefoot shoes for several months, if not years. I finally got myself to the …

Awesome Playlist Blog

The Awesome Running Playlist – Track 53

February 19, 2022 by Iain

Adelphi Music Factory – People Everywhere (Can You Feel It) – 2021   Keeping the energy high is the Sheffield collective that …

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Blog Physical

Endura BaaBaa Blend Baselayer (Long Sleeve) Review

October 28, 2021December 10, 2025 by Iain

  I bought two of the previous available Endura BaaBaa Merino Baselayer and lived in them through lockdown. My flat was being …

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General goings on – October 2021

October 25, 2021 by Iain

  I’ve not posted an update for a while. I’ve seen the same thing with many bloggers over the last 18 months. …

Awesome Playlist Blog

The Awesome Running Playlist – Track 52

September 1, 2021 by Iain

Bob Sinclair – New New New (Avicii Remix) (2010)     It’s been a while since we’ve had a bit of Avicii …

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