Mar 182 min read

"Banksy, Trail Running Gear, My Experience at the Year 2 Launch of Alpine Run Project in Birmingham"

Chatting with the new participants and sharing some of my journey felt amazing. Birmingham, the venue, and meeting new people made me realis

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Mar 101 min read

My Nike Gear: From Training to the Finish Line (and Beyond!)

As a runner who is serious about the sport, I know every session matters. That's why I've sorted my Nike kit for all those big efforts

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Feb 233 min read

"Unlocking My Athletic Potential: A Day of Sports Performance Testing at Leeds Beckett University"

The running physiological profile assessment involved a submaximal protocol and a VO2 max assessment.

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Feb 132 min read

"Chasing Victory: My Cross-Country Race Recap and What's Next"

However, this time, it will not be a race; it is performance-related, and I can't wait to share all the trip details with you in next week's

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Feb 72 min read

"Chasing Sub-32 at Chichester 10K: My Race Report and Lessons Learned"

However, I didn't have it in my legs on the day. Up to the last kilometre, I was on pace for 31:40 and was confident I could achieve a sub-3

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Jan 301 min read

Elevate Trail Running Film Premier at the Run the Alps Film Festival"

Elevate aims to show no limits to the heights you can reach, even when you’ve been dealt a tough hand. Adversity can become a superpower in

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Jan 294 min read

"From Donkeys to a Death March: My Experience at the TRAIL ROCACORBA Trail Running Race in Spain"

I was running solo, and over the next 2km climb up to Culett, as my friend John Mcavoy would say, "the wheels started falling off the bus."

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Jan 242 min read

"Pushing My Limits: My Unforgettable Experience at the Cross Challenge London Parliament Hill Cross Country Race"

Hey everyone, I wanted to share my recent experience at the Cross Challenge London Parliament Hill senior men's cross country race. This...

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Jan 232 min read

"Caring for the Future: The Crisis in Foster Care & How You Can Make a Difference"

It is the worst crisis they have seen, with 100,000 children coming into care, and two-thirds of them ending up in foster care.

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Jan 12 min read

"From Overlooked to Overcoming: How Trail Running is Helping Me Achieve My Dreams in 2024"

However, running can give people in the system a focus and the drive they need to succeed. That is why I have started a new project called."

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Dec 19, 20232 min read

"From Mentee to Mentor: How Mentoring Transformed My Life and Inspired Me to Make a Difference"

This year, I had the privilege of mentoring a young person through Primal Runners, a running club and social enterprise led by Carl Adams.

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Dec 16, 20232 min read

"My Exciting 5 Mile PB Experience at the Friday Night Under the Lights Christmas Race!"

While the battle in the leading pack took shape, I had an exciting dual with Ollie Knowles, representing Petts Wood. I took the lead in the

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Dec 9, 20232 min read

"Exploring the World of Nike Trail Running Shoes: My Favorite Picks for Roadrunners Turned Trailblazers"

When researching the history of Nike trail shoes, I was surprised to learn that Nike's involvement in trail running dates back to 1978.

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Dec 2, 20233 min read

"Race Day Fuel: The Secret Snack That's Boosting My Trail Running Performance"

But I would be lying if I said I didn't go off the rails occasionally and indulge in a McDonald's or Starbucks Iced Frappe or two the night

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Nov 30, 20232 min read

"From Roofer to Runner: My Journey Balancing Work and Becoming a Pro Athlete"

Balancing a full-time job and working towards becoming a pro athlete is not easy. It takes a lot of hard work, dedication, and sacrifice. Bu

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Nov 27, 20231 min read

"Conquering the Mud: Winning Run at Snape Wood Cross Country Race"

The race conditions were extremely difficult, with a very hilly course and a lot of mud. Despite falling over twice, I felt strong and pleas

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Nov 25, 20232 min read

"From Wrong Turns to Breathtaking Views: My Experience at Salomon Skyline Scotland 2023"

For the last Salomon Skyline Scotland in Kinlochleven, the Mamores Stalker 27km Trail Running Race of 2023 was certainly memorable! The...

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Nov 25, 20232 min read

"From Foster Care to the Mountains: How the Alpine Run Project Changed My Life"

The Alpine Run Project, the brainchild of John McAvoy, supported by JD Sports and Nike and delivered by Youth Beyond Borders, was an...

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Nov 25, 20232 min read

The Power of Running: How it Changed My Life in Care

Running gave me a sense of purpose and control that I had never felt before. It allowed me to set goals and work hard to achieve them. And m

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Nov 25, 20231 min read

Best European Marathon Weekend

Verona Half Marathon November 2023 Race Report I recently raced in the Verona Half Marathon in the beautiful city of Verona, Italy. It...

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Explore the trail running and foster care world on
David Ervine's blog.

Explore the trail running and foster care world on David Ervine's blog.

Explore the trail running and foster care world on
David Ervine's blog.