Whilst I continue to watch from the sidelines for now, Jill has been getting stuck into all manner of challenges. From regular Parkruns to muddy 5k obstacle races (see below photo) and long-distance walks, Jill seems to have some sort of…
Ophthalmology Update
I’ve recently had an Ophthalmology review at the Norfolk & Norwich University Hospital. I got a minor telling off for not having had a review for a while, but, as nice as they are there, it’s not exactly the highlight…
Racing Round-Up
Prior to my current enforced rest period, this is what I’d been getting up to racing wise: – 5th March – CC Breckland Open 10 Mile Time Trial: First TT of the season – and it felt like it! I…
Medical Update
Two weeks ago I visited Orthopaedic Triage to get more information and advice about the back problems I’ve had over recent months. There was good and bad news. Unfortunately it’s a case of having 8 weeks off from sport, more…
2017 Events Schedule
Somewhat delayed, but here’s an update on my plans for this year. The original aims for for 2017 included the national track cycling championships (January), London Marathon (April) and defending the European Middle distance triathlon title (June). I was also…
Race Report – National Track Cycling Championships
David McGaw (Cambridge CC) made his competitive debut on the track piloting me around the National Cycling Centre’s Velodrome in Manchester at the National Championships (27-28th January). It’s difficult getting track time if you don’t live near a velodrome and…
Product Review – Naked Runner Glasses
The nice people at Naked Runner were kind enough to send me a pair of their R1 glasses in England colours to try out a few months ago. Since then I’ve put them to the test and over-all I’ve been…
End of Year Review
So, 2016 is over and, whilst I’m well into winter training towards the 2017 season, it’s nice to look back on the past 12 months. It’s been a decent year over-all with a few bumps in the road as usual!…
Norfolk Sports Academy
Hot on the heels of my recent post about Artic One’s Forward Motion grant, I’m pleased to say there is more good news! I’ve been offered a place on the Norfolk Sports Academy following a successful application earlier this year.…
Artic One Forward Motion Grants
Just a short post to say a massive thanks to Artic One who have kindly offered me one of their ‘Forward Motion’ grants from the latest round of funding provided by the foundation. Artic One was set up in 2011…