On Sunday 27 August I set out to take on my 9th challenge of 2017, walking from Tower Bridge in London to Henley Bridge, 80 miles along the scenic Thames Path National Trail. The walk started in glorious sunshine and with it being a Bank Holiday weekend central London was full of people making the … Continue reading Challenge 9 – Thames Path 24hr Challenge
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Thames Path 24hr Challenge – Itinerary
So we are fast approaching another Bank Holiday weekend and I am sure most people are looking forward to laying in bed, relaxing and possibly taking in a nice walk if the weather holds. For me this August Bank Holiday weekend will see another challenge being undertaken - the Miles for Wishes Challenge 9 - … Continue reading Thames Path 24hr Challenge – Itinerary
Challenge 8 – National Three Peaks Challenge highlights video
This is just a short video of some of the clips of my recent Three Peaks Challenge, find out more below; https://youtu.be/RuXKoJEHn-c I've dedicated this challenge to Mary Stapleford, who we sadly lost on Wednesday 2nd of August 2017. She was, in the truest sense, one of the most inspirational women I've ever known and … Continue reading Challenge 8 – National Three Peaks Challenge highlights video
Why I run
Throughout 2017 I am taking on a number of challenges, one a month in aid of Make-A-Wish UK, including a gruelling 110km walk from London to Henley, numerous half and a full marathons, cycling from Land's End to John O'Groats later in the year. This series of challenges will see me walk, swim, run and cycle … Continue reading Why I run
Planning for the Three Peaks Challenge
The Three Peaks Challenge and mountain climbing in general has been a fascination for me since childhood - there is something awe inspiring about mountains, their raw, natural beauty and the unpredictability of climbing them. Unfortunately the planning of this challenge has been difficult and as such I'm not going to be able to complete … Continue reading Planning for the Three Peaks Challenge
The Wish Flag
I need your help with my next two challenges - in July and August I will be taking on the Three Peaks Challenge and attempting to walk 110km of the Thames Path, from Tower Bridge to Henley Bridge, within 24 hours. Both challenges are walking some iconic places and travelling some big distances - so its a great opportunity … Continue reading The Wish Flag
Why? Why these challenges…
I often get asked why – why are you doing these challenges? why are you supporting Make-A-Wish UK? In response, I thought I would share a few updates each Monday in which I will share some of the answers and reasons. In this second, of three, updates I wanted to share some of the thoughts … Continue reading Why? Why these challenges…
Why? What inspires me?
I often get asked why – why are you doing these challenges? Why are you supporting Make-A-Wish UK? In response, I thought I would share a few updates each Monday in which I will share some of the answers and reasons. In this update I wanted to just show my appreciation to the people who have inspired … Continue reading Why? What inspires me?
Everyday’s a schoolday (aka, what I’ve learnt this week)
I often get asked how I train for the different challenges I'm undertaking this year and what I eat. I've started from a base of knowing nothing about nutrition, diets or training plans and race strategies, other than generally going forwards as fast as I can. Through other people's experience I am enjoying increasing my … Continue reading Everyday’s a schoolday (aka, what I’ve learnt this week)
Challenge 7 – London to Brighton (and back)
I've never really been a big planner - I tend to think of something and then just do it and hope it works out. My life has always been very month to month - I've got a very clear vision of what I want for the future, I just don't normally get in to the … Continue reading Challenge 7 – London to Brighton (and back)
Guy Stapleford Ultra 