Monthly Archives: May 2010

Edinburgh Marathon

If I had to describe the Edinburgh marathon in one word it would be HOT! In complete contrast to the weather forecast, which promised overcast skies and light rain (which would have been perfect) it ended up being one of … Continue reading

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One week to Edinburgh

Just completed a 10 miler in the sunshine this afternoon. My knee is still a bit stiff but it’s not slowing me down any more so I’m just hoping it will keep improving as I go. I also just passed … Continue reading

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Back in the game!

First run last night since I had my knee trouble and so far all is well. Just went for a gentle 4 miler to see how things have been healing and apart from a bit of mild discomfort at the … Continue reading

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Nothing Serious

Well according to the doc I’ve not done anything serious or permanent to my knee – probably just a strained tendon but I’m booked in with a specialist sports physio on Monday to get a more detailed diagnosis and some … Continue reading

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Spoke too soon

My weekend long run was got drastically short – it seems my knee is still not right. I got about a mile or so down the road and the pain cut in again so I thought it best to stop. … Continue reading

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Getting back to normal

Well it’s almost a week since Stratford and my legs are fully recovered from the ordeal. I went for a short run on Thursday to loosen them off and still have a bit of a twinge in my right knee … Continue reading

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