Rationale

Not all resolutions, made in the convivial moment that involves the imbibing of fine wine, need be bad decisions.

Just prior to Christmas, in the delightful company of good friends-some of whom run very well! I found myself agreeing to a marathon in Queenstown! I had never really given a great deal of thought or aspiration to exceeding my annual excursion to Sydney for the 14km City to Surf. Without much consideration and with the appeal of a holiday in Queenstown, I agreed.

I will be in excellent company. My 19 year old daughter has committed to the half marathon (something about the bungee jumping and rafting has her attention). I will also be accompanied by Bronwyn (three half marathons under her belt, and Emma (multiple marathons, otherwise known as legend!). What better way to spend time with friends!
A public declaration is probably a good thing. It is not as easily manoeuvred out of or forgotten by those around you. How to make the whole experience more enticing and self-fulfilling? A love of eating breakfast out, it seemed like a foregone conclusion that I should reward myself with food after running.  Here in lies the rationale for the Blog: ‘Breakfast on the run’. The concept of linking my training programme with breakfast at a different cafe every week seems like a perfect project for the year