My goal is to run a half marathon this year, maybe in the early autumn, lat September time. I’ve done the Hastings Half a few times, the last time was 2024 when I did a HH PB of 1.58. I trained quite hard to get that, I’d done 2.08 the previous year.
But then I didn’t keep up running, due to work, family life etc. I also found I lost a lot of energy and motivation. In August 2025 after some issues with my heart I had a pacemaker fitted, which has helped a lot with my energy levels/tiredness but I still haven’t found motivation again!
I’ve run 5k a few times over the last few months, but honestly not much else – no more than 2 runs a week if that, and not longer than 3 miles.
I haven’t got any injuries.
I’d like to be able to run 8 miles at the drop of a hat, and do that regularly.
I’d also like to get stronger and fitter, and keep my heart healthy.
I’d like to run at least the Hastings Half every year, and hopefully more races.
I’d like to fit some cross country/trail running in (avoiding cows).
I don’t think I have a marathon in me, but never say never!
At the moment I go to London 2 days a week for work, and these tend to change, so it’s not always the same days at the moment.
From April I should be able to make them more consistent, so planning runs should be easier.