With the South Coast Sprint now complete, albeit not in the way intended, my thoughts now move on to the next challenge of the 4 planned for 2018. It is just one month to go until the Pure Three Peaks challenge. What's up next? In July 2017 I took on a solo attempt at … Continue reading Planning for the Pure Three Peaks
The gold is in how and why you finish
My recent challenge left me with a lot of questions – about what I am doing, whether it really is that inspiring, my ability, my determination and ultimately why on earth I am doing this to myself. Why? Such a short and simple word, a word that starts and ends so many questions. I support … Continue reading The gold is in how and why you finish
The South Coast Sprint – Day 1
On Thursday 26 April I set off on my South Coast Sprint, a 400 mile solo cycling challenge which I aimed to complete in under 40hrs in aid of Make-A-Wish UK. Having loaded up the bike I set off for Dover on Wednesday evening from Little Kimble station. Two trains and 3 hours later I … Continue reading The South Coast Sprint – Day 1
Planning for the South Coast Sprint
Following last year’s John O’Groats to Land’s End (JOGLE) cycle I’ve been itching to get back out for a really challenging ride. So while suffering those post adventure blues I dreamed up the answer to the perennial question “So, what next?” So thought I would share how I am gearing up for my first cycling … Continue reading Planning for the South Coast Sprint
Crisis in confidence Vlog
It's just over a week until my next challenge, in a new video blog I talk about how I'm feeling about the challenge and why doing it matters. As a reminder the link to donate is Bit.ly/milesforwishes Enjoy https://youtu.be/8V2N2dw3trk
Team Paradigm at Vertical Rush 2018
Well done to Team Paradigm on conquering Tower 42 at Vertical Rush 2018 Background Vertical Rush is, by all accounts, the biggest tower running event in the UK and on Thursday 15 March I, along with 4 colleagues joined over 1,000 other runners taking on the 42 floors and 932 steps of Tower 42 … Continue reading Team Paradigm at Vertical Rush 2018
Why do you do it?
This year will be different - there won't be a JustGiving page, no personal targets or figures because this year I want you to donate directly to children like Maddy and ensure their one true wish becomes a reality. My journey started in 2017 where I took on 13 challenges, 1 a month, in aid … Continue reading Why do you do it?
The South Coast Sprint
I'm excited to share just a little about my first 2018 challenge, which will be taking place in just 2 months time. What is the South Coast Sprint? On Thursday 26 of April I will be setting off from Dover with the aim of cycling the 400 miles to St Austell, Cornwall. I'll be aiming … Continue reading The South Coast Sprint
March Challenge – Vertical Rush
It’s just one month until a group of 5 employees, including yours truly, from Paradigm Housing Group take on Vertical Rush in aid of Shelter. This is a slightly different challenge for me and a slight departure from my support of Make-A-Wish. That said, this was a challenge and a cause not to be missed. … Continue reading March Challenge – Vertical Rush
Wokingham Half Marathon
First race of the year and my second run out at the Wokingham Half Marathon, which according to the commentator is 'the best Half Marathons in the UK at this time of year'. Did it live up to such a claim? For me and a lot of other runners its a good early test of … Continue reading Wokingham Half Marathon
Guy Stapleford Ultra 