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This is a support page for those who have a passion for running. All abilities and fitness levels. Inspiring others to keep training for some amazing goals.

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27/10/2026

🏃‍♂️ Find what you love about running.

Running doesn’t have to be about chasing a time, hitting a certain distance or doing what everyone else is doing.

Maybe you love chasing PBs and seeing just how fast you can go. Maybe you love the trails, the mountains, the views or just heading out the door and exploring somewhere new.

It might be running around different parts of your neighbourhood, discovering new places when you travel, or finally giving that mountain race a go that both excites you and makes you a little nervous.

And that’s the thing about running. There are so many ways to enjoy it.

Don’t be afraid to try something new just because you’re not sure you’ll succeed. You might surprise yourself. And even if it doesn’t go to plan, you’ve still learned something and experienced something different.

You don’t have to run a marathon because everyone else is doing one. You don’t have to chase a sub-20 5 km or a sub-3-hour marathon because someone else has made that their goal.

But if those things excite you, then go after them. Give yourself something to work towards and enjoy the process of seeing what you’re capable of.

Your running journey is yours to make what you want of it.

Chase the PBs, explore the trails, climb the mountains, run the ultras, or simply enjoy getting out for a run without worrying about the watch.

There is no one right way to be a runner.

Find what excites you, embrace the things that challenge you, and don’t be afraid to step outside your comfort zone.

Because running isn’t just about how fast you can go or how far you can run. It’s also about the places you discover, the experiences you have and the person you become along the way.

Make running yours. ❤️

26/10/2026

🏃‍♂️ Ultra Wānaka – A Great Day Out on the Trails

Ultra Wānaka is held in one of the most stunning places, and with a number of distances on offer, there really is something for everyone.

The 50 km is a great option if you’re looking for your first 50 km trail race, especially if you want something relatively flat and runnable. But don’t think that means it’s an easy day out!

For me, I was chasing a time, so I was pushing myself the whole way. That’s the thing with these events. You can head out to enjoy the experience, or you can choose to push yourself and see what you’re capable of. Having done plenty of races, I enjoy both sides of it.

The course itself was very runnable, with easy-running trails alongside rivers, stunning views of snow-capped mountains and those beautiful autumn colours that make this part of the country so special.

The aid station volunteers were fantastic. They were the sort of people who just get it, understand what runners need and help make the experience that much better.

One of the highlights was crossing the old red bridge, with its stop-and-go system allowing runners to cross over a mighty southern river. A pretty cool part of the course!

It was also great to finish right in Wānaka itself. We had time to stay, soak up the atmosphere and enjoy everything the area has to offer rather than simply turning up, racing and heading home.

All in all, Ultra Wānaka is a great event in an incredible location. Whether you’re looking for your first 50 km or a runnable course where you can really test yourself, it’s well worth considering.

Sometimes it’s about the time on the clock, and sometimes it’s about the experience. This event gives you the opportunity to do either. 🏃‍♂️🍂

26/10/2026

LYDIARD MONDAY 🏃‍♂️

There’s nothing wrong with having a time goal.

We all like to see what we’re capable of, and chasing a PB can be a great motivator.

But I think sometimes we get too caught up in the time we’re trying to run and forget about the athlete we’re trying to become.

Take the marathon, for example.

You might run a 3:45 and decide the next goal is 3:30. Then it’s 3:15, and before long you’re looking at sub-3.

There’s nothing wrong with that.

But you can’t just keep moving the goalposts and expect your body to keep up.

You need to build towards it.

That means developing your aerobic fitness, building strength, introducing the right speed work at the right time, and allowing your body to adapt to the training.

This is one of the things I like about the Lydiard system.

It’s not about rushing straight into the training you think you need to hit your goal.

It’s about building the foundations first, then progressing the training as your fitness develops.

And sometimes that means being patient.

You might need another training cycle building your aerobic base. You might need to work on your strength before adding more intensity. Or you might need to stay at your current distance a little longer before moving up.

That’s not going backwards.

It’s building yourself into a stronger, more capable runner.

The time goals will always be there, and there’s nothing wrong with chasing them.

But I’d rather see a runner develop over a number of years, get stronger, improve their fitness and keep enjoying their running than rush the process trying to achieve a time they’re not quite ready for.

The goal isn’t just to run faster at your next race. It’s to become a better runner over time.

And that’s where good training comes in.

23/10/2026

🏃‍♂️ Hunua 5.0 – One race I can’t wait to get back to!

Back in December 2025, I ran the Hunua 5.0, and it’s definitely an event I’d recommend to anyone looking for a great trail ultra experience.

What I really liked about this race is that it caters to different runners for different reasons.

If you’re looking at stepping up into your first ultra, the terrain makes it a great option. Mainly forestry roads, with around 6–7 km of dirt trail, it’s not overly technical, so you can concentrate on getting the distance done.

But don’t think it’s an easy day out! With nearly 1,200 metres of elevation over the 50 km, there’s plenty of climbing to keep you honest. It’s also a great option for experienced ultra runners looking for a runnable course where you can push yourself and see what you’re capable of.

The event is really well organised, with a solo 50 km, a solo 25 km and a two-person relay option. You get bused to the start and make your way through to the finish at Clevedon Showgrounds, where there’s a great finish chute and stalls for food and drinks.

And the volunteers? Absolutely brilliant. They make such a difference to the whole experience.

I loved every minute of this race, not just because of the course, but because of how well the whole event comes together.

I’m looking forward to getting back out there this December for another crack at the Hunua 5.0!

Who’s keen to join me? 👊

If you’ve been thinking about your first ultra, or you’re an experienced runner looking for a great runnable course with some decent vertical, this one is well worth a look.

Come and join me at the Hunua 5.0 this December! 🏃‍♂️⛰️

GO RUN GIRLS
Ultra Five0 @

22/10/2026

🏃‍♂️ Let’s talk about strides!

Strides are a simple addition to your training that can make a real difference to how you run.

But why do them, and when should you add them to your training?

WHY DO THEM?

Strides help you develop a smoother, more relaxed running action at faster speeds.

They’re a chance to work on your posture, coordination and rhythm without the fatigue that comes with a hard speed session.

Think running tall, staying relaxed and letting your legs move freely.

It’s not about running as fast as you can. It’s about running well.

WHEN SHOULD YOU DO THEM?

You can introduce strides during your aerobic training once you’re comfortable with your running.

They can then continue through the different phases of training, helping you stay familiar with running faster as your training develops.

They’re a great way to start introducing a little faster running without jumping straight into hard intervals.

HOW DO YOU DO THEM?

After an easy run, find a flat, even stretch of ground.

✅ Start with 4–6 strides of around 15–20 seconds.

✅ Gradually build your speed rather than sprinting from the start.

✅ Focus on good posture, relaxed shoulders and smooth, quick steps.

✅ Walk or jog between each stride until you’ve fully recovered.

You should finish feeling good, not exhausted!

THE BENEFITS?

✔️ Better coordination and rhythm.
✔️ Practice running with good posture and alignment.
✔️ A more relaxed, efficient running action.
✔️ Get your legs used to moving faster without a big training load.

Remember, strides aren’t a race, and they aren’t about hitting a particular pace on your watch.

Keep them relaxed, keep them controlled and concentrate on how you’re running.

Sometimes it’s the little things we add to our training that make a difference over time.

🏃‍♀️ Train with purpose, not just pace.

18/10/2026

Lydiard Monday

Most runners want to get faster, so they look for harder workouts.

Arthur Lydiard looked at it differently.

Before you worry about speed, you first need to build the engine.

That engine is your aerobic system.

Easy running isn’t “junk miles.” It’s where your body adapts. Over weeks and months it increases the number of mitochondria in your muscles, improves capillary density, strengthens the heart, and teaches your body to deliver oxygen more efficiently.

None of these changes happen overnight.

They come from consistently running at an effort you can recover from and repeat day after day.

The stronger your aerobic base becomes, the more training you can handle later, and the more speed you can actually use.

It’s not the exciting part of training.

It’s the important part.

The bigger the base, the higher the pyramid can grow.

15/10/2026

Funny how one video can change the direction of your running.

For me, that video was Timothy Olson at Hardrock 100 in 2014.

It wasn’t because of his Western States wins or the records he’d broken. It was watching him battle his way through Hardrock, struggling but refusing to give in, with the support of his wife helping him get to that finish line.

That stuck with me.

I remember thinking, that’s what I want out of my running. Not just chasing times or trying to win races, but finding out what you’re made of when things get really hard.

In 2019 I ran my first Tarawera 100 miler, and I was hooked.

All because of this video.

Since then I’ve gone on to run plenty of ultras, including 200 milers, but I haven’t forgotten what first got me into it.

I recently told Tim that he was the reason I started running 100 milers, and he’s now followed me on Instagram.

Not going to lie, that’s pretty cool! 😂

At 50, I’ve got my own miles and adventures behind me, but that doesn’t mean I can’t appreciate the people who inspired me to start in the first place.

Cheers, Tim. 👊

Sometimes you never know how much of an impact you can have on someone you’ve never even met.

🎥 The video that started it all: https://youtu.be/chTYAsYdDZQ

Timothy Olson
GO RUN GIRLS

12/10/2026

LYDIARD MONDAY 🏃‍♂️

One thing I see with runners is that they can struggle with the taper.

You’ve spent weeks, sometimes months, building towards a race. The mileage is there, the hard sessions are done, and you’re starting to feel fit.

Then suddenly we’re running less.

And that’s when the questions start.

Am I doing enough? Am I losing fitness? Should I be doing more?

But the taper is an important part of the training.

The work you’ve done over the last few months isn’t going to disappear because you reduce your training for a couple of weeks.

The idea is to reduce the fatigue you’ve built up so you can actually get the benefit of all that work when you race.

You still run, and you can still keep some intensity in the training. But the overall load comes down.

This is something I like about the Lydiard system.

The training has a progression, and the taper is part of that progression.

You’ve put the work in. You don’t need to keep proving your fitness in the final weeks.

Sometimes the hardest part is trusting the training you’ve already done and letting yourself freshen up.

That’s what the taper is there for.

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