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26/01/2026

Ooft!…..that thing was a bit windy and wet!. Happy with my efforts all in all.
Challenging conditions for sure but could have been a lot worse!, the temperature wasn’t that bad and thankfully the heavy rain was periodic rather than relentless for hours, we even had a bit of a tailwind most of the way! 370 DNF out of 630 starters shows it wasnt all fun and games though! 😅
My UTMB index expired years ago and so I started in the peasants wave half an hour after the higher UTMB index classes rolled off the start line.. 😉
Tried to work my way through the field gradually at a sustainable pace for the miles to come, constantly questioning my effort level as I passed each person. I had great butler service from my crew legend Mat at the 4 aid stations. Arc marshals constantly offering their help also.
So good when the daylight finally started to come around St Ives, as I passed some amazing houses near the beach.
Great to cross the line and find out I was 11th overall and 1st vet 50 which is a great result for me at such a big race.
Thanks to all who followed my dot and commented here/there/strava/faceboast/insta etc
Highly recommended race, get yourself there next Jan!

21/01/2026

In the time honoured attention seeking tradition ("people have to know!) its time for me to race once again!. Not the best time of year for it but hey ho!. For a change, it's not even in the Lake District! I will be toeing the line at the Arc of Atttition 100 mile ultra in Cornwall on Friday.
https://arcofattrition.utmb.world/races/Arc100-NEW
Should you have nothing better to do you can watch my dot here https://live.utmb.world/arcofattrition/2026/runners/926 from 1.30pm on Friday...
Cheers, Neil... 👍🏃‍♂️

31/12/2025

Another year goes by and with no earth shattering wisdom or philosophical message to pass on I will just thank all Runrecover Coaching and Massage clients for their support this year.... Anyone else that knows me as well...as they say on the wireless ;-) Happy New year when it comes... cheers, Neil.🥳🍻

31/12/2025

4 days to go to express your interest in a team Scotland place. A new race in the lakes taking in Scafell from Keswick and back, 53km with 2640m elevation. If like me you're not quite in national team like form/pace you could just give the race a go anyway ;-) https://www.runthrough.co.uk/event/runthrough-lake-district-running-festival-2026

Scotland vest opportunity . . . new for 2026 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿
Calling ultra trail runners/hill runners 📢
We're delighted to be sending athletes to compete in April in event in the Lake District
Expressions of interest, please, by January 4 🗓

https://www.scottishathletics.org.uk/new-for-2026-scotland-vest-chance-in-ultra-trail-running/

07/12/2025

Having just organised Lactate and Gas analysis testing for a number of clients and running contacts, I can highly recommend the services of Oriam Performance Centre.

It just so happens that they have 2 free upcoming workshops where you can learn more about this and the application of training zones.

The session itself will be 2 hours long, where they will share up-to-date research findings on the best nutritional considerations for endurance athletes, and how to maximise training through scientific intensity zones.
The information will be presented with a live demonstration of a lactate threshold test, showcasing real-time data with a detailed explanation of the physiological responses within the athlete in each intensity domain. 30 minutes is available at the end for a Q&A session.

Tuesday 16th December - 10:00-12:00 https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/sport-nutrition-and-exercise-training-zones-workshop-tickets-1976453342151?aff=oddtdtcreator

Tuesday 16th December - 18:00-20:00 https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/sport-nutrition-and-exercise-training-zones-workshop-evening-tickets-1976453759399?aff=oddtdtcreator

06/12/2025

Xmas gift vouchers now available for Massage or Run Coaching. Treat someone to a relaxing massage or sports massage treatment at Runrecover. 30 min treatment £25 or a 60 min treatment for £40.
Run analysis sessions available also (£40). Let me film your running form for slow motion analysis and advice on technique improvement.
Message me to arrange purchase and collection, thanks, Neil.

12/11/2025

Scottish Athletics ready and waiting to take a deep dive into yer Strava if you hit them up 😁

Ultra runners 📢
Anglo Celtic Plate in March in Ireland 🇮🇪
We are seeking expressions of interest for Scotland selection 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

Please share the story to raise awareness across the ultra community 🙏

https://www.scottishathletics.org.uk/acp-ultra-selection/

09/11/2025

The Fling is open!

A 53 mile (85 km) way-marked trail ultramarathon along the southern 53 miles of Scotland's iconic West Highland Way trail through the Loch Lomond & the Trossachs National park from Milngavie to Tyndrum, Scotland.

28/09/2025

Lakeland recce days announced. A lot easier and more enjoyable/efficient than out n backs that somebody may have done in prep for his first trip around the The Montane Lakeland 50 & 100....🤔😁

The recce days give you the opportunity to practice on the course and experience the terrain and navigation required. We split the 100 miles route into 4 quarters (sections 1,2,3 & 4) to cover …

18/09/2025

This weekends Fling Ultra race preview from Adrian...

2025 Highland Fling Preview, featuring leading contenders, fastest Fling all time lists and some statistics on the race

11/09/2025

As per the pic, a few coaching slots are now available... Message me on here or contact me through my website https://www.runrecover.co.uk/ 😀🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️

08/09/2025

Monthly and Bimonthly massage plans at Runrecover...😁🏃‍♀️🏊‍♂️🚴‍♀️