Running your first ultra this year? Here’s some advice on how NOT to do it based on my comically bad first attempt back in 2015. E.g. I didn’t bother doing any training because I’d read a blog which told me I could run it with my mind alone?? elisedowning.substack.com/p/how-not-to-r…

This Thursday's (19/01) runs are from the Boars Head, Aust at 7pm. 6m of no mud over the bridge to Wales and back, or 7m inc mud. The agony of choice!

Sub-group from today's BTU recce. Kino with the big stick.

TACH Thursday! Long and short (7m and 4.5m) options from the Angel, Long Ashton, 7pm sharp. See you in LA!

There are still a few tickets left for the ‘Talk’ section for our Evening with Damian Hall (Damian Hall) tomorrow evening. 📍 Kings Arms, Bristol Reserve your spot here: eventbrite.co.uk/e/an-evening-w… Can’t make it? Drop your question in the comments below 👇 INOV8

Roses are red, They also have stalks; Join the LDWA For some very long walks.

Well it's a nice area isn't it?

This Wednesday Bristol run clubs are teaming up with HOKA for International Women's Day Everyone welcome for an evening of talks and a social 6k run. We can't wait! #InternationalWomensDay

Severe case of 'Ultra feet'

Have you ever wondered how much it costs to go on a 10-month long run? I’m discussing exactly that in today’s newsletter, the first part in my ‘how to fund a big adventure’ mini-series. elisedowning.substack.com/p/how-to-fund-…

Tonight is TACH night: long and short runs from the Shield & Dagger, East Dundry Lane. 7pm, trail shoes required (the three greatest words going, right?)

Go well today everyone! #GreenManUltra #WinterGMU

The Fellsman is in trouble - this is an iconic race that's been going for nearly 60 years. Damian Hall and @RunUpIt ran it last year and you can listen to Damo talk about it here (5 mins in) youtu.be/5Io_fKrb1Yw Please help and share if you can facebook.com/groups/2305978…

TACH Bristol whilst our races can be muddy thankfully the worst is usually just a load of cow mud

the #CV10k on Sunday June 11th may seem niche local event at the foot of the Mendips with a helluva HILL - but its our 11th Year and we have prizes for the winner from The Community Farm TACH Bristol Corsham Running Club Frome Running Club North Somerset AC Bristol & West AC Yate AC Cardiff Athletics

Our next race is the Rowberrow Romp on Thu 8 June at 19:00, starting at The Swan Inn. A 10k route of Mendip mud, scenic forests, strenuous climbs, fabulous views & a thunderous descent. For details & entry please see here: sientries.co.uk/event.php?elid… #trailrunning #bristol

This is your 5 week warning. #CV10k GreatWesternRunners Southville RC Clevedon AC Somer AC Running Club Emersons Green RC Westbury Harriers Weston Athletic Club Avon Valley Runners TACH Bristol Corsham Running Club Frome Running Club North Somerset AC Bristol & West AC Yate AC Cardiff Athletics

There are still a few places left for our Thursday evening 10k race, the Rowberrow Romp on 8 June 2023. It’s a great route showcasing the highlights of the Mendips and finishing at the pub. What better way to spend a Thursday evening! sientries.co.uk/event.php?elid…

Last Chance Saloon. Entries by Wednesday at 9am chewvalley10k.co.uk/enter-the-race/ #CV10k GreatWesternRunners Southville RC Clevedon AC Somer AC Running Club Emersons Green RC Westbury Harriers Weston Athletic Club Avon Valley Runners TACH Bristol Corsham Running Club Frome Running Club North Somerset AC Bristol & West AC Yate AC Cardiff Athletics

Dandy day! 167 happy runners (20 or so with four-legged friends). The pleasure the privilege is ours etc. #keynsham #keynshamdandy