Tag: marathon
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Once a Marathon Runner, Always a Marathon Runner
My last post was from Sorrento — it still felt like summer then. Now, suddenly, we’re deep into winter. Time passes quickly when you stop paying attention for a moment. In between came the 3 Länder Marathon. I started fast, maybe too fast, and paid for it later. It wasn’t really a beginner’s mistake this…
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Back to Running After Sickness – Ready to Test My New Shoes
I feel better now, and tomorrow I want to run again.Today I sorted my running gear in the new wardrobe — everything finally has its place. And I can’t wait to test my new running shoes. Did I mention them already? I think I did 😉Now the plan is simple: get a few hours of…
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When Is the Right Time to Return to Training After Being Sick?
Another day off. This time, no choice — sick is sick. For now, the focus is on a healthy diet, restoring my routine, and quality sleep.It’s like a house of cards sometimes: one element breaks, and everything falls apart. Then you have to rebuild from the start. But it’s ok — at least the steps…
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How New Shoes Fix All the Problems with Running
Is Monday everybody’s day off? At least it’s mine. We’d have to make some statistics one day. So far, considering most of my posts have 0 views, the results of such a “survey” wouldn’t be too representative. Anyway… why is my motivation low so early in the preparation stage? Life. Too much. I’m still packing…
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Running with the Cows
10k today. Passed my two usual spectators — the cows by the path. Apartment’s finally painted. No big training drama, no records. Just another day, another run.
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One Month In: From OfficeBart to IronBart
It’s been a month since I started this blog. Some posts have zero views the others three. But I didn’t start this to become a blogger. I’m doing this to become an Ironman. The first month of my transformation — from office-bound Bart to something closer to IronBart. Right now, I’m somewhere in the RunBart phase. Fitter,…
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Ironman First – Your Training, Your Responsibility
I didn’t run this morning.The plan was to go cycling after work — finally get back on the bike with my colleagues. A solid 80 km loop. Perfect motivation, great weather, good company. And then: one guy bailed because of the weather.The other forgot it’s the last week of school for his three kids.So —…
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5 A.M. Club – Run Before the World Wakes Up
Today I got up at 4 a.m. I couldn’t sleep.But I’m not a morning person. Or at least, I wasn’t. If you can’t find time to run during the day, there’s only one real option: get up one hour earlier. Sure, running in the evening is possible — but it’s hard. Work might run late.…
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Day 84: Rest Day, Restless Mind
Today was a rest day — at least on paper. But there was no rest in my head. I’ve got personal stuff going on. Heavy. No, I’m not ready to talk about it here. But let’s just say: I didn’t feel like running. Still, maybe I should have. Sometimes 10k does more for your mind…
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Training on Keto: 21km Long Run with Ankle Pain
Today was my “big deal” run — the one from the Born to Run 2 plan that caps off the week. It’s Day 83.The goal: 21 kilometers. Not a “half marathon” — let’s be honest, that term is reserved for race day. If there’s no bib, no start line, no crowd, then it’s just a training…
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Saturday’s Special: Why You Should Register for the 3-Länder-Marathon at Lake Constance
It’s official: I’ve registered for the 3-Länder-Marathon, which takes place this October at Lake Constance. And I want to tell you why I think you should consider it too. 🌍 Three Countries, One Race The name says it all: 3-Länder-Marathon literally means Three Countries Marathon. And that’s exactly what it is. You start in Lindau, Germany, run through Austria, into Switzerland, and…
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Ironman Training: Why Easy Runs Matter More Than You Think
Day 81 of training.Today was just a slow 10k. It felt… slow. And honestly, a bit tough. The kind of run where your legs ask, “Why are we doing this again?” But this, right here, is the work that matters. Many runners fall into the trap of trying to beat yesterday every single day. But…
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Day 78 – No Music, No Rush
Day 78 of my Born to Run training. I switched off the music today and ran an easy 10k. It felt good. Relaxed pace, no pressure. But my cadence dropped again — back to 160 spm. Seems like without music, I lose the rhythm. Still, it was a good run. Not every day has to be perfect.…
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Jack Born to Run Daniels
Today I ran 10k.According to Born to Run 2.Actually, no — according to Jack Daniels.Funny, isn’t it? Why does it even matter which plan I follow? And yet… it does. Somehow it’s in my head.The plan gives structure. The structure gives momentum.And momentum keeps me going. Anyway — it was a good run.My pace is…
365 days to Ironman 