Day 8: Back to Base and a Night at the Opera!
A Return to Basics Day 8 of my London Marathon 2025 training, and today was all about getting back to basics after the festive indulgences. On the agenda: a steady 30-minute run to ease back into the rhythm. Nothing fancy, no fireworks, just the kind of run that’s the training equivalent of a warm hug—comforting, reliable, and slightly sweaty. Prepping for Tomorrow’s Challenge This run served as a perfect prelude to tomorrow’s longer effort, which promises to be a bit more demanding. Why? Because tonight, I’ll be indulging in a different kind of performance—an evening at the Royal Opera House to see La Bohème. It’s my final celebratory hurrah of the Christmas holidays before returning to work, and let’s face it, running a marathon may be epic, but Puccini’s high notes can make even a sprint finish look like a casual jog. Flexibility in Training Plans Fitting tomorrow’s long run into the schedule might require some tactical maneuvering. After all, staying overnight in London doesn’t exa...