That time I ran the Leeds 10k in my underwear!Published: 29 July 2021The Leeds 10k has a lot of my firsts – first time I ever ran an actual road race (I basically went from park run, to 5k colour run in a field to
My Running StoryPublished: 30 June 2021Having played sports such as rugby & football from a very young age (until I was an adult), I was naturally blessed with speed and stamina. Although
Falling in Love with the Trails of LeedsPublished: 15 June 2021For years running was something of a repetitive task for me. Every other day (unless it was really grim out) I’d set my alarm, wake up early, do the
The evolution of my running journeyPublished: 29 April 2021The evolution of my running journey – Karen Derbyshire, the3amdiary.com My running journey has definitely evolved, from being overweight and finding
Cross Flatts parkrun turns 8!Published: 25 March 2021On Saturday 30th March 2013 69 runners and walkers gathered for the first time to take part in Cross Flatts parkrun (the event had been due to start
Running through Covid, Sole Sisters and a Marathon!Published: 26 February 2021How I started running In April 2018 some of my friends had booked onto the Leeds girls can couch to 5k at Potternewton park. I was not confident in
I Run Because…Published: 23 November 2020I run because 18 months ago I didn’t and I’ve seen the positive impact it’s had. I run because I used to be an active ‘non runner’ – to prove to
Half way to half marathon targetPublished: 28 October 2020I ran my first half marathon in 2000, as I approached my fortieth birthday. It was as close as I got to a mid-life crisis. It wasn’t from a standing
Through running I overcame my fear of being out alonePublished: 19 October 2020How my fear started 30 years ago, I was indecently assaulted in broad daylight. Following this incident, I was frightened of being alone outdoors in
My Up and Down Running StoryPublished: 2 October 2020Where it all began: Running has been such a big part of my life for as long as I can remember. I had always been ‘fast’ as a child, and would often
Running Saved My LifePublished: 20 July 2020I recently got into running when I had a mental breakdown. I now go running 3 times a week and it keeps me mentally strong. It has quite possible
Susan Cunningham Leeds Girls Can AmbassadorPublished: 30 June 2020I’ve been running on and off over the past few years and it’s been the last 6 months or so that I’ve really got back into the running vibe. As a