London virtual inspiration

I’m sitting here watching my recordings of the London marathon, which is an elite-only event on a rainy October morning, instead of April. Women first, so I still don’t know who has won and I’m avoiding social media! The men will keep me occupied for the afternoon.

The elite runners are unbelievable – they are like machines. They are amazing and a far cry from me, but I did my last long run yesterday, 20 miles, ahead of our virtual marathon. I’m a bit tired and sore this morning, and glad to be tapering, but at least I got it done in a reasonable time. I do need to stop and stretch periodically but that’s ok, it keeps me going.

The virus is raging back here but I should be able to do my planned route. It won’t be the same without the support of the city but we will try and make an occasion out of it.