Race Recap

Diacore Half Marathon, Race Recap (2019)

On the 12th of May 2019, I ran the Diacore Half Marathon, my fourth and FASTEST. Nine weeks prior, I had run the Gabs Half Marathon and I was disappointed with my performance. I was so convinced that I would achieve the 2:35 time I had set for myself but when I started struggling around… Continue reading Diacore Half Marathon, Race Recap (2019)

Training

Diacore Half Training, Weeks 7 – 8 (Final)

On the 12th May 2019, I ran the Diacore Half Marathon, my fourth and my fastest! 🙂 And then I disappeared from the blogging scene! Fear not! I’ve still been running and Facebooking regularly but for those who are keen blog readers and have missed my posts, I’m so sorry! I’ve had such a crazy… Continue reading Diacore Half Training, Weeks 7 – 8 (Final)

Training

Diacore Half Training, Weeks 5 – 6

I am training for the Diacore Half Marathon on the 12th May 2019. I am really excited as this is where I did my first Half Marathon. I’m looking forward to setting a new PB, having fun and taking home a medal for Half #4 🙂 Week 5: Speed and Strength Mon – Tues, 15th… Continue reading Diacore Half Training, Weeks 5 – 6

Training

Diacore Half Training, Weeks 3 – 4

I am training for the Diacore Half Marathon on the 12th May 2019. I am really excited as this is where I did my first Half Marathon. I’m looking forward to setting a new PB, having fun and taking home a medal for Half #4 🙂 Week 3: Cooler Temperatures and Easier Running Monday, 1st… Continue reading Diacore Half Training, Weeks 3 – 4

Training

Diacore Half Training, Weeks 1 – 2

I am training for the Diacore Half Marathon on the 12th May 2019. I am really excited as this is where I did my first Half Marathon. I’m looking forward to setting a new PB, having fun and taking home a medal for Half #4 🙂 After the Gabs 1/2 Marathon, I took a week… Continue reading Diacore Half Training, Weeks 1 – 2

Inspiration

One Runner’s Story Of How Running Saved His Life

When I was on my mission to run 17 races last year, I got a knee injury after my 6th race. I felt so sorry for myself but after a few physio sessions, I returned to running.  My minor injury though pales in comparison to what my friend Johannes went through. On Boxing Day last… Continue reading One Runner’s Story Of How Running Saved His Life

Race Recap

My First Half Marathon, Diacore Race Recap

On the 13th of May 2018, I ran my First Half Marathon on the streets of Gaborone, my beautiful home city. It was an incredible experience, one that I will not easily forget. Crossing that Finish Line meant everything to me. It was the reward for 19 weeks of hard work. It was validation that… Continue reading My First Half Marathon, Diacore Race Recap

Training

Journey to My First Half Marathon, Race Week

After weeks of training, we entered the 19th and FINAL week! This was my hardest week. Not in terms of training but really just keeping all my emotions in check. On the one hand, I was extremely happy (and almost relieved) that Race Week was finally here. All I have been thinking about for 19… Continue reading Journey to My First Half Marathon, Race Week

Inspiration

An Interview with Elisa

On my mission to complete 17 races in 2017, I have most enjoyed running with friends and family. It has been more fun than I ever imagined it would be and I have drawn so much inspiration from them. This is the first post of my “Inspiration Series” where I plan to interview different people who inspire… Continue reading An Interview with Elisa