What a great week it has been to be out running, or should we say, galloping! Whether you’re trotting along the roads or kicking up dust on the trails, the weather has been gorgeous. After a long winter of plodding through mud and rain, it finally feels like we’ve been let out of the stable and into full stride. And …
or more accurately 8 runners, 5 GVH cheerleaders, 1 beloved toddler and baby bump go to Belfast. But more about that later . After an absolutely incredible weekend of marathon running last week at London, Manchester, Blackpool and Stratford upon Avon, what could our GVH runners possibly do this week? That’s right—another weekend of personal best–shattering marathon performances! We also …
“It’s Marathon Week! We have five epic races filled with incredible performances, heroic moments, and a few tough injuries. So sit back, relax, and lets reflect on the highlights. Boston Marathon The first marathon of the week was last Monday (21st) , when the Boston (USA)Marathon took place. Traditionally run on Patriots day, It’s one of the 6 (now 7) …
The 4 day sunny Easter weekend gave us all opportunities for some fun social running. Starting with the ATW St.Albans Easter 10K, along the Alban way on Good Friday. ATW puts on a few events here throughout the year, using variations of the same route—the Easter 10k and the Summer Solstice are definitely the big hits. So it’s a route …
British Summer time is here, evenings are longer, the sun has been out and the racing season has burst into life. 5k, 10K , Half marathon, Marathon and Ultra – we have been racing all distances this weekend. The Ultra Challengers Personally, I know I can handle a solid 18 miles, but the final 8 miles to reach marathon distance …
This week saw strong running from the GVH crew across multiple distances, Parkruns, 10k’s, half Marathons, 20 mile events and general training runs. Well done to everyone that got out for a run whatever the distance. GVH visit Leavesden country Parkrun en mass The Leavesden parkrun saw an incredible turnout, marking one of our largest fields ever at that particular …
The return of the Mud The highlight of this week was undoubtedly Chiltern Cross Country and the final event of the season at Horspath Oxford. A HUGE congratulations Claire McDonnell for her 2nd place after 5 races, in the FV55 Category! A fantastic result – well done Claire! Mud and more mud! Having been led into a false sense of …
We’ve finally said goodbye to January, leaving behind the storms, dry January challenges, and the long wait for that first payday of the year! At last the mornings are getting lighter, making those early runs a bit easier. But the strong start to the running year continues with some outstanding runs by all the team at the Watford Half and …