Eat, Sleep, Run, Repeat

So, I did it.

I balloted for the London Marathon and I’m in.

I’m now left partly wondering what on earth I’ve done, especially after the hell that was the Preston Guild Marathon and partly excited. Of course, this is going to mean a bit of a change for a little while.

I’ve spent my time since Preston enjoying being greedy and boozy and naughty. But to get back into training I’m going to need to pare that right back.

It’s not going to be the end of food and drink, just a little less than I’d like to. And carefully when I do. So no more overindulgence, it’s got to be all about control now, moderation. As before, I’ll share with you my journey, my ups and downs and how I’ll get there. Preston was hard, but I want to do better in London – 5 hours 47 is the time to beat. And I think it’s doable.

I’ve just got to get back to my fighting weight. Which will be another element of the journey. I’ll try not to bore you too much with the gripes and grumbles, but more the positives and the recipes I’ve used before and discover on the way.

As ever I’ll be raising money again for Forever Manchester.

So, once the ridiculously booze-filled month of October is done (I’ve still got IMBC, Manchester Whisky Festival, Tiki Fest and Cocktail Week to go) and my foot, injured in a fall, is fully mended, I’ll be dragging out the fitness apps and protein shakes, pulling on my trainers and going for a run.

A long one.