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Watched the London Marathon from the comfort of my sofa today before heading out in the glorious sunshine. Enjoyed some quiet country roads, a few paths and trails, and was really happy to be able to do my longest run since January as I am building up running again after my break. The first couple of hours flew by with a great @richroll podcast, the last few kilometres felt like I was actually running the Marathon 😂😅. A huge well done to everyone who did, it was a hot one! . . . . . #longrun #sundayrunday #sundayrun #raidlight #raidlightresponsiv #sziols #xkross #hokaoneone #timetofly #womenwhofly #backtorunning #ultrarunner
Late run = quick dinner prep needed. Put together some random things I had in the fridge. Sweet potato (13 min combi grill in microwave bakes it perfectly), avocado, tender stem broccoli (love it raw), olives, lettuce, basil, cooked beetroot, red pepper, mango, pomegranate seeds, tofu sprinkled with @mara_seaweed kombu and some turmeric. Super simple and yummy! There is actually a fork somewhere in there as well 😂 . . . . . #plantbased #plantbaseddiet #plantbasednutrition #plants #vegan #wholefoods #wholefoodsplantbased #wfpb #quickdinner #runner #eatwellbewell #veganrunner
The Marathon Des Sables has concluded another edition, sadly I couldn’t be there this year but I loved following the race. Today the runners will be travelling back home. For a week they slept on the ground in open tents, carried all their food and supplies on their back, got covered in dirt, had no running water, cooked their own food, chewed sand, were freezing cold at night and unbearably hot during the day, fought blisters, pains, sand storms and demons. They had the best and at the same time maybe hardest experience of their lives. The desert changes you. You walk in one person and you come out another. The way you look at life will never be quite the same after. It’s a humbling experience, a time for reflection, and an opportunity to discover strengths you didn’t know you had. Maybe that’s why so many keep returning. It’s a transformation process every time and some make big changes to their lives as a result. I am so happy for everyone who this year have been able to experience the highs and lows, the journey of preparing, the joy and the tears, made life long friends, and who now go home with unforgettable memories. Good luck to all on your continued journeys. Maybe I’ll see you out there another year! 😀🙌 📸-> @kirsten.kortebein (MDS 2015) @marathondessables . . . . . #mds2018 #marathondessables #mds #ultra #ultrarunning #sahara #marocco #maroc #livelife #livelifetothefullest #followyourdreams #liveinthemoment #feelalive
It’s not that often I can say that Southend sea front is an inspiring place to run but last night it was! . . . . . #whereirun #southend #southendpier #eveningrun #runner #eveninglights #home
The final competitive stage! A marathon but a tough one. The second half is particularly sandy as they approach bivouac and the impressive Erg Chebbi dunes. The top 200 start behind the main field and chase. When the runners cross the finish line today the race is done and they have a short charity stage tomorrow. I can’t describe how emotional this day is. There will be lots of tears at the finish line! For many, the biggest achievement of their life and the hardest thing they’ve ever done. 💪🙌 #Repost @marathondessables . . . . . #marathondessables #mds2018 #mds #maroc #morocco #desertrunning #sahara #ultrarunning #multistage #running #heat #adventure #bucketlist #mindovermatter #marathon #startline #sand #marathonrunner
Today is rest day for those who have now finished the long stage. A welcome break to recover from 4 tough stages & recharge for the final competitive stage: tomorrow’s Marathon. Recovery is key to performance in MDS and you need to take every opportunity to put your feet up! This year has been tough with cold nights and sand storms. Everyone now just needs to hang in there for the last two stages that stand between them and the medal! Enjoy the chill time! 😴 Sending strength and good vibes to those still on the course who need to finish by tonight before the 35hr cut off 💪. 📸-> @marta_bacardit (MDS 2017) @marathondessables . . . . . #marathondessables #mds2018 #mds #maroc #morocco #desertrunning #sahara #ultrarunning #multistage #running #heat #adventure #bucketlist #mindovermatter #recovery #restday #putyourfeetup #chill #bivouac #camplife #rest
The long stage is on! It’s so exciting this year, anything can happen! This is when the race actually starts. 86 gruelling km through lots of sand - a tough day. After the mass start this is what’s left: a seemingly insignificant line of racers but it’s the top elite. They start 3 hours later when bivouac has been dissembled and there is nothing left of camp. They eventually catch the main field. It’s inspiring to see the elite go past and inspiring to get cheers being that fast runner. The fastest will finish today in less than 8.5 hours, meanwhile the back of the field will not be done until tomorrow evening! Good luck to all! 💪 📸-> @valentin.campagnie (MDS 2015) @marathondessables . . . . . #marathondessables #mds2018 #mds #maroc #morocco #desertrunning #sahara #ultrarunning #multistage #running #heat #adventure #bucketlist #mindovermatter
I miss waking up to this view! I loved spending time in the beautiful, laid back Taghazout where nothing much happens other than fishing, surf & yoga. No better place for a chilled, simple life and recharging your batteries. @sondreamdahl #travel #morocco #maroc #taghazout #livelife #lovelife #chilltime #recharged
Rocks, a mountain ridge and a couple of very steep, sandy and rocky ascents are on offer in stage 3. Not your typical idea of MDS! Last year I cut my knee on a sharp rock and had to have 5 or 6 stitches. I also lost the course markings after the dunes following the Jebel and had to use my compass to navigate to bivouac... Good luck to all today. The women’s race has been reshuffled after penalty and dropout. Nothing is certain before the long day! Don’t forget to write e-mails to the runners via the race website, they are a welcome boost!! @marathondessables 📸-> @iancorlessphotography . . . . . #marathondessables #mds2018 #mds #maroc #morocco #desertrunning #sahara #ultrarunning #multistage #running #heat #adventure #bucketlist #mindovermatter

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