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Marathon and Beyond: a way of life

by Thia Malan | November 9, 2024 | blog and race reports | 0 Comments

Back in 2016 I picked up a book titled '50 Races to run before you die'. One of the races in there was the iconic Comrades marathon in South Afrcia. I remembered that I always wanted to do that. Having recently entered my forties, I was slowly becoming aware of...

Lydiard Principles

by Thia Malan | September 18, 2024 | run training | 0 Comments

Coming across the Lydiard Foundation, founded by Lorraine Moller, was the beginning of a whole A-ha journey for me in understanding how to train. It beautifully brought together all that I have discovered over the years through trial and error, implementing and...

Two Dragon’s Back Races, the second ends in victory!

by Thia Malan | October 15, 2023 | blog and race reports | 0 Comments

My baby dragon called 'Heatwave' The victory Let me clarify to avoid misunderstanding or confusion. I DID NOT WIN THE RACE. That amazing achievement belongs to Robyn Cassidy, who is one amazing and incredible runner. So what was my victory? I could write a book to...

Dragon’s Back Race 2023: Facing the challenge again!

by Thia Malan | September 22, 2023 | blog and race reports | 6 Comments

How did I get here? It's 5am on Monday 4 September, almost time for Dragon's Back Race 2023. I am waiting for Barney to give me a ride from Llandudno to Conwy Castle. Barney is Peter O'Kane's cousin. I am very grateful to the O'Kanes for getting me to the start. All...

Racing along the Wainwright Path on the Northern Traverse

by Thia Malan | May 9, 2022 | blog and race reports | 0 Comments

Long distance footpaths There are a number of long distance footpaths in the United Kingdom. It is a great country for hikers to explore. There might not be much wilderness or wildlife left, but there are plenty of wide open spaces and expansive vistas to enjoy. The...

A year of running challenges for JCWI

by Thia Malan | January 8, 2022 | blog and race reports | 0 Comments

I spent 2020 in a battle with the UK Home Office to get my husband across the border. Running helped me to fight the darkness and despair of this journey. I spent 2021 running monthly challenges in support of The Joint Council for the Welfare of Immigrants. In this...

Slow down, sleep more, eat more – a runner’s December challenge

by Thia Malan | December 31, 2021 | blog and race reports | 0 Comments

I am running monthly challenges in 2021 to fundraise for the Joint Council for the Welfare of Immigrants (JCWI) donate to my justgiving page Not being able to run is probably a runner's biggest challenge. This December brought me one of those challenges...

Endurance Life Gower Marathon:Pain and laughter at the back

by Thia Malan | November 26, 2021 | blog and race reports | 0 Comments

I am running monthly challenges in 2021 to fundraise for the Joint Council for the Welfare of Immigrants (JCWI) Donate to my justgiving page In November 2020, I ran a self-directed marathon on Gower with three friends. That's what lockdown rules...

Underestimate Park Run at your peril!

by Thia Malan | November 8, 2021 | blog and race reports | 0 Comments

I chose Park Run as my October running challenge for JCWI, thinking it would be easy after my Ultra marathon indulgence of September. The lesson I learnt: underestimate Park Run at your peril! I am running monthly challenges in 2021 to fundraise for...

Dragon’s Back Race: the aftermath of an Ultra Marathon indulgence

by Thia Malan | October 23, 2021 | blog and race reports | 0 Comments

Today, exactly six weeks ago, was the first day after completing four days of the Montane Dragon's Back Race 2021. That's how far I got this time. Since then, I have been living in the aftermath of this Ultramarathon indulgence. I did not complete the whole race......

Family day hike at Caerfanell Valley

A Moderate day hike in the mountains for the whole family. Distance: 8.8kmElevation gain: approx. 400m Difficulty: moderate due to steep climb and descent. Easy underfoot. Fitness required: Good for building fitness.Suitable for introducing your kids to hiking and for...

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Insights and Inspiration

Marathon and Beyond: a way of life

Lydiard Principles

Two Dragon’s Back Races, the second ends in victory!

Dragon’s Back Race 2023: Facing the challenge again!

Racing along the Wainwright Path on the Northern Traverse

A year of running challenges for JCWI

Slow down, sleep more, eat more – a runner’s December challenge

Endurance Life Gower Marathon:Pain and laughter at the back

Underestimate Park Run at your peril!

Dragon’s Back Race: the aftermath of an Ultra Marathon indulgence

Family day hike at Caerfanell Valley

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