This race report is a saga! But my slowest 100km race ever deserves a worthy report. After the excitement of the Western States finish line, I diligently followed the 2-week rule — ‘No entering unplanned races.’ On day 15, I entered Malaysia by UTMB 100km. I wanted to use my hard-won fitness at a unique … Continue reading Malaysia by UTMB 2026 — Holy Humidity Batman!
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Kosciuszko Miler 2025 — Found the finish!
It has been just over two years since I’ve finished a 100-mile race. In that time, I’ve had two DNFs. To say that I was nervous of a three-peat at Kosi Miler, is an understatement. After a disastrous Lavaredo race in June, I decided I had to get a miler finished this year. I love … Continue reading Kosciuszko Miler 2025 — Found the finish!
UTA100 2025 — Can being slow mean more fun?!?
I’m aiming for a short race report. My running isn’t getting faster, maybe my typing speed can improve instead! My ninth UTA100 was genuinely fun! I’m disappointed with my finish time, but not disappointed with my time out there. In the last two years I’ve re-evaluated why I am still racing, especially after my first-ever … Continue reading UTA100 2025 — Can being slow mean more fun?!?
UTA100 2024 — Inching towards that plate!
2024 started off with a bang…..in my calf. I had a Grandma-speed ski crash on January 20. First thoughts were, ‘no worries it’s a little calf strain but the knee is fine’. My self-assessment was a little off and after 5 weeks sporting all the colours of the rainbow, I managed my first 3km walk … Continue reading UTA100 2024 — Inching towards that plate!
