Day 3: Finding My Feet
Day 3 of my London Marathon 2025 training, and my body is already hinting—with all the subtlety of a hippo attempting ballet—that a rest day might be a good idea. It’s surprising how quickly those aches and twinges make themselves known, even at this early stage. It’s a good reminder that rest is just as crucial as the miles you’re clocking, especially when you’re gradually increasing the demands on your body. After all, you wouldn’t expect a vintage car to perform at its best without regular tune-ups, would you? And now, some rather exciting news: my place in the London Marathon 2025 is officially confirmed! While the public ballot didn’t favor me this year, I’m fortunate to work at a school that receives a guaranteed entry. This is thanks to the hard work of our staff and students, who volunteer their time on race day at the event’s bag drop. They’ll be responsible for ensuring thousands of runners’ belongings are safely stored and retrieved—a task that likely requires the organisati...