As a final long training run before the New York marathon I ran the Spires and Steeples Challenge, a 26 mile event run from Lincoln to Sleaford along the Spires & Steeples Arts and Heritage Trail. In spite of a few navigational errors, the views and camaraderie between competitors make it a great way to complete your marathon long training runs or just enjoy walking the Lincolnshire countryside.
Marathons
The deadline for Good for Age entries for the 2011 Virgin London marathon is approaching. Check the qualifying times to see if you can apply and avoid the ballot.
Which celebrities deserve your respect for their dedication to training for the 2010 Virgin London Marathon and who saw it more as a huge photo opportunity. Find their finishing times here.
Photos of some inspirational and fancy dress runners raising money for charities in the Virgin London Marathon 2010.
Leaving home before travelling to the Virgin London Marathon? Check out what things you really shouldn’t forget for the big day.
A new US study suggests women run marathons to feel good while men run for competition and to achieve personal goals. Would a UK survey of first timers suggest the same?
Want to know which celebrities to look out for running the 2010 Virgin London Marathon and when to expect to see them. Check out our run down with their predicted finishing times.
The ING New York City Marathon is this Sunday. Runners can read here some last minute tips on how to deal with issues unique to this race.
