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Bold, high-energy blog cover graphic titled “Zone 2 Running: The Science, Benefits & How to Do It,” featuring a runner in motion outdoors against a scenic mountain and lake backdrop. The design uses strong brushstroke typography in white, blue, and neon accents, alongside visual zone indicators (Zone 1–Zone 5) and icons illustrating aerobic base building, heart health, fat utilisation, recovery, and injury reduction. The layout combines dynamic imagery with clear educational graphics to explain Zone 2 training in a visually engaging style.

Bold, high-energy blog cover graphic titled “Zone 2 Running: The Science, Benefits & How to Do It,” featuring a runner in motion outdoors against a scenic mountain and lake backdrop. The design uses strong brushstroke typography in white, blue, and neon accents, alongside visual zone indicators (Zone 1–Zone 5) and icons illustrating aerobic base building, heart health, fat utilisation, recovery, and injury reduction. The layout combines dynamic imagery with clear educational graphics to explain Zone 2 training in a visually engaging style.

Zone 2 Running: The Science, Benefits & How to Do It

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First Tuesday of the month and it’s my reminder to you to check your 🍒 for the signs and symptoms of testicular cancer. Don’t just scroll by the post and think yeah, yeah. I was diagnosed and it sucks, so take a moment to do something and check yourself.

👉 help the algorithm by liking/commenting/sharing the post, the more people who see it, the more lives we can potentially impact

👉 look for, lumps, bumps, changes in size or shape, or anything that feels unusual to you.

👉 checking monthly means you can detect changes

👉 see your doctor about anything that concerns you, early diagnosis is vital

👉 testicular cancer can affect men aged 15+

❓ are you going to be the one that checks or the one that scrolls?

#runner #cancer #awareness #check #testestuesday

First Tuesday of the month and it’s my reminder to you to check your 🍒 for the signs and symptoms of testicular cancer. Don’t just scroll by the post and think yeah, yeah. I was diagnosed and it sucks, so take a moment to do something and check yourself.

👉 help the algorithm by liking/commenting/sharing the post, the more people who see it, the more lives we can potentially impact

👉 look for, lumps, bumps, changes in size or shape, or anything that feels unusual to you.

👉 checking monthly means you can detect changes

👉 see your doctor about anything that concerns you, early diagnosis is vital

👉 testicular cancer can affect men aged 15+

❓ are you going to be the one that checks or the one that scrolls?

#runner #cancer #awareness #check #testestuesday

Back in the UK, don’t usually run a Monday but yesterday was a lot of travelling so I wanted to get in some miles, decided to make up a tempo interval run and see how the legs are. Surprisingly good it turns out.

1mi WU, 1mi 8.18/mi, 1mi 7.36/mi, 1mi recovery, 1mi 7.17/mi, 1mi CD

Knew I’d lose the light part way through the run, the @fenixlight head torch had an outing and it’s actually playing up so I need to sort that, as this Saturday I’m running a marathon through the night.

I’ll restart the actual training block tomorrow, after a week out running the mountains last week.

Lace up, enjoy your miles.

#run #devon #dark #runnersofinstagram #runna

Back in the UK, don’t usually run a Monday but yesterday was a lot of travelling so I wanted to get in some miles, decided to make up a tempo interval run and see how the legs are. Surprisingly good it turns out.

1mi WU, 1mi 8.18/mi, 1mi 7.36/mi, 1mi recovery, 1mi 7.17/mi, 1mi CD

Knew I’d lose the light part way through the run, the @fenixlight head torch had an outing and it’s actually playing up so I need to sort that, as this Saturday I’m running a marathon through the night.

I’ll restart the actual training block tomorrow, after a week out running the mountains last week.

Lace up, enjoy your miles.

#run #devon #dark #runnersofinstagram #runna

First run back in the UK after an amazing time in the mountains around Mont Blanc. We are losing the light much earlier now, the head torch is definitely needed for tonight’s run as I’ll lose all the light half way through.

Summer I miss you already.

#uk #run #devon @runna #runnersofinstagram

First run back in the UK after an amazing time in the mountains around Mont Blanc. We are losing the light much earlier now, the head torch is definitely needed for tonight’s run as I’ll lose all the light half way through.

Summer I miss you already.

#uk #run #devon @runna #runnersofinstagram

Come on, admit it you do this too. I saw SO many people staring at other people’s shoes….love it when you get the approval nod 😁

#funny #runner #shoes #approved #runnersofinstagram

Come on, admit it you do this too. I saw SO many people staring at other people’s shoes….love it when you get the approval nod 😁

#funny #runner #shoes #approved #runnersofinstagram

UTMB 100M started 2 hours later than planned, heading out of Chamonix at 1945. Due to some intense storms in the valley.

This meant by the time runners were at the first climb at Les Houches it was already dark. At this point runners have about another 105 miles to go! Running in the dark, especially on trails takes an immense amount of concentration, it is mentally exhausting.

📸 @starkly_boy

Thanks Harry for sending me the videos and allowing me to post. I met Harry and his Dad in Chamonix during UTMB week.

#utmb #ultrarunning #chamonix #night #runnersofinstagram

UTMB 100M started 2 hours later than planned, heading out of Chamonix at 1945. Due to some intense storms in the valley.

This meant by the time runners were at the first climb at Les Houches it was already dark. At this point runners have about another 105 miles to go! Running in the dark, especially on trails takes an immense amount of concentration, it is mentally exhausting.

📸 @starkly_boy

Thanks Harry for sending me the videos and allowing me to post. I met Harry and his Dad in Chamonix during UTMB week.

#utmb #ultrarunning #chamonix #night #runnersofinstagram

Chamonix 2026. Word that sums it up ‘futhgedhjuer’ yep I actually have no words so made one up.

I adore the town, when you take a moment to look beneath the surface you see its history, the epic adventurers, explorers, entrepreneurs, engineers and mountain people that made this town.

Some of my absolute highlights, take that running in the mountains was top of my list, what follows below were other top of the list highlights

👉 The Hillybilly Scientist World Premier in the presence of Lazuras Lake - thank you @raidlight @mounttocoast @mellorandsmith @mrpaulmellor for an incredible evening

👉 Shake out run with @teamrunderwear an epic route, great conversation and new connections made

👉 The guys @lesfrereschaussettes who were friendly, funny and also checked their balls! The socks are amazing and I will be posting out several pairs to people this week

👉 Seeing Loyd & Liga from @run4adventure.uk - I sound like a fan boy when I say it but I genuinely mean it, I love the teamwork between Loyd & Liga and I can see the love they have for each other, as well as for running and their supporters.

👉 @scottrunning x Run4Adventure shake out run, a huge turnout, lovely riverside route and a group of lovely people

👉 Ian (I think I’ve remembered the name right) from MountoCoast, we sat next to each other at the Premier and shared stories of overcoming adversity and finding a new self.

👉 Eli at Happy Valley Rentals, it was so good to meet you, and thank you for making everything so seamless, even when I didn’t read the instructions!!

👉 and at the top of this list, watching incredible runners from @ben_dhiman absolutely smash UTMB, seeing @vlad_protrailrunner finish on Sunday morning and watching all the golden hour finishers who left everything out there on all the races.

I could go on, Aiguille du Midi views, stopping at La Flegere and chatting to the @hoka guys about checking balls. So many moments. And finally to everyone who saw my Check Ya Balls shorts and have gone away to go something about it.

My heart is full ❤️

#incredible #utmb #chamonix #run #runners

Chamonix 2026. Word that sums it up ‘futhgedhjuer’ yep I actually have no words so made one up.

I adore the town, when you take a moment to look beneath the surface you see its history, the epic adventurers, explorers, entrepreneurs, engineers and mountain people that made this town.

Some of my absolute highlights, take that running in the mountains was top of my list, what follows below were other top of the list highlights

👉 The Hillybilly Scientist World Premier in the presence of Lazuras Lake - thank you @raidlight @mounttocoast @mellorandsmith @mrpaulmellor for an incredible evening

👉 Shake out run with @teamrunderwear an epic route, great conversation and new connections made

👉 The guys @lesfrereschaussettes who were friendly, funny and also checked their balls! The socks are amazing and I will be posting out several pairs to people this week

👉 Seeing Loyd & Liga from @run4adventure.uk - I sound like a fan boy when I say it but I genuinely mean it, I love the teamwork between Loyd & Liga and I can see the love they have for each other, as well as for running and their supporters.

👉 @scottrunning x Run4Adventure shake out run, a huge turnout, lovely riverside route and a group of lovely people

👉 Ian (I think I’ve remembered the name right) from MountoCoast, we sat next to each other at the Premier and shared stories of overcoming adversity and finding a new self.

👉 Eli at Happy Valley Rentals, it was so good to meet you, and thank you for making everything so seamless, even when I didn’t read the instructions!!

👉 and at the top of this list, watching incredible runners from @ben_dhiman absolutely smash UTMB, seeing @vlad_protrailrunner finish on Sunday morning and watching all the golden hour finishers who left everything out there on all the races.

I could go on, Aiguille du Midi views, stopping at La Flegere and chatting to the @hoka guys about checking balls. So many moments. And finally to everyone who saw my Check Ya Balls shorts and have gone away to go something about it.

My heart is full ❤️

#incredible #utmb #chamonix #run #runners

An incredible way to finish my time in Chamonix, I was tracking @vlad_protrailrunner all night, through every checkpoint and went to the finish to cheer him in.

Vlad & @chrisbeavon have an awesome YouTube channel @runlabhq and their content has made me a better runner, especially climbing and the descents. So today was about giving back in a small way by supporting Vlad as he completed UTMB 100M

Thanks Vlad & Chris for taking a moment to chat.

#utmb #ultrarunner #chamonix #run #montblanc

An incredible way to finish my time in Chamonix, I was tracking @vlad_protrailrunner all night, through every checkpoint and went to the finish to cheer him in.

Vlad & @chrisbeavon have an awesome YouTube channel @runlabhq and their content has made me a better runner, especially climbing and the descents. So today was about giving back in a small way by supporting Vlad as he completed UTMB 100M

Thanks Vlad & Chris for taking a moment to chat.

#utmb #ultrarunner #chamonix #run #montblanc

Well that was naughty. I love my @kailasfuga EX330 a trail shoe that works so well for me, a shoe I often say you can’t feel you are wearing. And with a Kailas Fuga store in town, actually right next to the UTMB finish line, how could I resist.

The guys in the store were so accommodating, knowledgeable and so very persuasive (actually there was no persuasion needed!)

#runningshoes #trail #kailasfuga #utmb #runnersofinstagram

Well that was naughty. I love my @kailasfuga EX330 a trail shoe that works so well for me, a shoe I often say you can’t feel you are wearing. And with a Kailas Fuga store in town, actually right next to the UTMB finish line, how could I resist.

The guys in the store were so accommodating, knowledgeable and so very persuasive (actually there was no persuasion needed!)

#runningshoes #trail #kailasfuga #utmb #runnersofinstagram

Watching @vlad_protrailrunner finish the UTMB 100M, I’d been tracking Vlad through the night and wanted to support him finish.

Vlad’s YouTube channel @runlabhq along with @chrisbeavon has improved the way I run massively, especially on the up and downhills. If you’ve not discovered RunLab yet I definitely recommend you do.

Congratulations again Vlad, outstanding performance and so good to see you welcomed by so many family and friends as you crossed the UTMB arch finish line.

#utmb #chamonix #ultrarunner #runningmotivation #youtube

Watching @vlad_protrailrunner finish the UTMB 100M, I’d been tracking Vlad through the night and wanted to support him finish.

Vlad’s YouTube channel @runlabhq along with @chrisbeavon has improved the way I run massively, especially on the up and downhills. If you’ve not discovered RunLab yet I definitely recommend you do.

Congratulations again Vlad, outstanding performance and so good to see you welcomed by so many family and friends as you crossed the UTMB arch finish line.

#utmb #chamonix #ultrarunner #runningmotivation #youtube

Chamonix as the sun is setting casting its colours across the mountain range. Wow, just wow. Mornings and evenings here are absolutely beautiful. I adore being in the mountains.

#sunset #colours #montblanc #chamonix #stunning

Chamonix as the sun is setting casting its colours across the mountain range. Wow, just wow. Mornings and evenings here are absolutely beautiful. I adore being in the mountains.

#sunset #colours #montblanc #chamonix #stunning

Wednesday was a busy day in Chamonix, it kicked off early with a shake out run organised by @run4adventure.uk and @scottrunning and beautiful 5K route alongside the river under blue skies and the gaze of Mont Blanc.

I caught up with Loyd Purvis from Run4Adventure before we laced up and headed out.

#run #utmb #chamonix #friends #runners

Wednesday was a busy day in Chamonix, it kicked off early with a shake out run organised by @run4adventure.uk and @scottrunning and beautiful 5K route alongside the river under blue skies and the gaze of Mont Blanc.

I caught up with Loyd Purvis from Run4Adventure before we laced up and headed out.

#run #utmb #chamonix #friends #runners

When you have the opportunity to see this film, do it. It is insightful, moving and full of meaning.

@raidlight
@mounttocoast
@mellorandsmith

And don’t even ask if the Laz signed limited edition hat is for sale - you wouldn’t want to know the number!

🎬 The Hillbilly Scientist

#barkleymarathons #movie #ultrarunning #extreme #chamonix

When you have the opportunity to see this film, do it. It is insightful, moving and full of meaning.

@raidlight
@mounttocoast
@mellorandsmith

And don’t even ask if the Laz signed limited edition hat is for sale - you wouldn’t want to know the number!

🎬 The Hillbilly Scientist

#barkleymarathons #movie #ultrarunning #extreme #chamonix

Took my balls for a fantastic run this morning, Aiguille du Midi - Mer de Glace - Chamonix. Stopping at Mer de Glace to visit the ice cave.

The shorts got lots of attention, positive comments, 2 boys who couldn’t stop laughing and plenty of photos again.

Every pair of eyes is another person who stops to think about checking for the signs of testicular cancer. They are cheeky, fun and have a potentially life saving message. I love taking my balls out.

Question!
Where do you want to see my balls next? 👇💬

#awareness #runnersofinstagram #trailrun #humour #chamonix

Took my balls for a fantastic run this morning, Aiguille du Midi - Mer de Glace - Chamonix. Stopping at Mer de Glace to visit the ice cave.

The shorts got lots of attention, positive comments, 2 boys who couldn’t stop laughing and plenty of photos again.

Every pair of eyes is another person who stops to think about checking for the signs of testicular cancer. They are cheeky, fun and have a potentially life saving message. I love taking my balls out.

Question!
Where do you want to see my balls next? 👇💬

#awareness #runnersofinstagram #trailrun #humour #chamonix

Final run in the mountains, Aiguille du Midi - Mer de Glace - Chamonix. Beautiful day to be in the mountains. Stopped at Mer de Glace and took the cable car down to the ice cave, I’ve been meaning to do this for a while. Love combining a run with some sightseeing.

Chamonix you’ve been amazing again.

Going to watch some of the UTMB finishers tonight and I’m current tracking @vlad_protrailrunner as he is on the course. Massively appreciate the YouTube content he and @chrisbeavon put together on @runlabhq it’s definitely improved my climbing and downhill form and speed, so would be good to cheer him in.

#mountains #run #runnersofinstagram #chamonix #runna

Final run in the mountains, Aiguille du Midi - Mer de Glace - Chamonix. Beautiful day to be in the mountains. Stopped at Mer de Glace and took the cable car down to the ice cave, I’ve been meaning to do this for a while. Love combining a run with some sightseeing.

Chamonix you’ve been amazing again.

Going to watch some of the UTMB finishers tonight and I’m current tracking @vlad_protrailrunner as he is on the course. Massively appreciate the YouTube content he and @chrisbeavon put together on @runlabhq it’s definitely improved my climbing and downhill form and speed, so would be good to cheer him in.

#mountains #run #runnersofinstagram #chamonix #runna

Where in the mountains are we going to be today? A run with a little less elevation today as I have the @ultrachallenges South Coast Ultra this time next week, with the awesome @tobytalksballs Headed up Aiguille du Midi then a run along the Balcon Nord trail before a lively downhill section back into town.

#running #mountains #trailrun #chamonix #saturday

Where in the mountains are we going to be today? A run with a little less elevation today as I have the @ultrachallenges South Coast Ultra this time next week, with the awesome @tobytalksballs Headed up Aiguille du Midi then a run along the Balcon Nord trail before a lively downhill section back into town.

#running #mountains #trailrun #chamonix #saturday

Chamonix seems to be absolutely full of ‘influencers’ so I decided to try and give it a shot myself….

Did I influence you?

#breakfast #influencer #humour #justforfun #chamonix

Chamonix seems to be absolutely full of ‘influencers’ so I decided to try and give it a shot myself….

Did I influence you?

#breakfast #influencer #humour #justforfun #chamonix

UTMB 2026. After a 2 hour delayed start due to storms in the mountains the UTMB got underway in Chamonix. That 2 hour delay must have shattered nerves as the runners headed into the dark.

#utmb #chamonix #ultrarunner #run #trailrunning

UTMB 2026. After a 2 hour delayed start due to storms in the mountains the UTMB got underway in Chamonix. That 2 hour delay must have shattered nerves as the runners headed into the dark.

#utmb #chamonix #ultrarunner #run #trailrunning

UTMB 2026. Runners holding waiting to start. You can feel the emotion, the nerves, the excitement, the passion.

What an atmosphere.

#utmb #chamonix #ultrarunning #running

UTMB 2026. Runners holding waiting to start. You can feel the emotion, the nerves, the excitement, the passion.

What an atmosphere.

#utmb #chamonix #ultrarunning #running

Now runners, as we all seem to be focussed on UTMB and the trail racing world series I thought I’d run past you a little reminder to check the bits downstairs.

You maybe super fit, have quads and calves that would make Godzilla envious, and know your gels from your protein shakes but that doesn’t make you are immune from testicular cancer. It got me and I eat loads of salads!

Let’s just do it.
Let’s share the post
And lets get the algorithm working by liking & commenting

as the more people who see this, the bigger a difference we can make.

Right, who’s first?

#ultrarunning #utmb #awareness #check #run

Now runners, as we all seem to be focussed on UTMB and the trail racing world series I thought I’d run past you a little reminder to check the bits downstairs.

You maybe super fit, have quads and calves that would make Godzilla envious, and know your gels from your protein shakes but that doesn’t make you are immune from testicular cancer. It got me and I eat loads of salads!

Let’s just do it.
Let’s share the post
And lets get the algorithm working by liking & commenting

as the more people who see this, the bigger a difference we can make.

Right, who’s first?

#ultrarunning #utmb #awareness #check #run

UTMB 100M DELAYED. A 2 hour delay to the planned start time of 17:45, currently the organisers are giving a time of 19:45.

There are a lot of storms around the mountains, not currently in Chamonix but the talk is we are due them over the next couple of hours.

#utmb #storm #chamonix #ultrarunner #run

UTMB 100M DELAYED. A 2 hour delay to the planned start time of 17:45, currently the organisers are giving a time of 19:45.

There are a lot of storms around the mountains, not currently in Chamonix but the talk is we are due them over the next couple of hours.

#utmb #storm #chamonix #ultrarunner #run

The start of UTMB has been delayed by a full 2 hours. It’s stormy in the mountains and there is talk of a lot of rain and thunder storms arriving this afternoon.

This definitely can’t help with pre race nerves of the runners. I’ll be donning my full waterproof jacket from @asics and heading to the start line for 1915.

#utmb #storm #running #delayed #ultrarunning

The start of UTMB has been delayed by a full 2 hours. It’s stormy in the mountains and there is talk of a lot of rain and thunder storms arriving this afternoon.

This definitely can’t help with pre race nerves of the runners. I’ll be donning my full waterproof jacket from @asics and heading to the start line for 1915.

#utmb #storm #running #delayed #ultrarunning

Thanks Team @teamrunderwear for an enjoyable run this morning on the trails around Chamonix. And treated to a lovely breakfast when we got back.

#chamonix #trails #run #runderwear #runnersofinstagram

Thanks Team @teamrunderwear for an enjoyable run this morning on the trails around Chamonix. And treated to a lovely breakfast when we got back.

#chamonix #trails #run #runderwear #runnersofinstagram

The energy is building in Chamonix, you can feel the air charging as the town gets ready to host the UTMB 100M. Over 100 gruelling miles in the mountains, a run the will test even the strongest.

1745 is start time and I’ll be down their early to secure my place near the start line.

#utmb #ultrarunning #chamonix #run #racing

The energy is building in Chamonix, you can feel the air charging as the town gets ready to host the UTMB 100M. Over 100 gruelling miles in the mountains, a run the will test even the strongest.

1745 is start time and I’ll be down their early to secure my place near the start line.

#utmb #ultrarunning #chamonix #run #racing

Where are my balls heading to this morning? The @teamrunderwear Shakeout run in Chamonix.

I’ve a connection to Runderwear in that they are a partner with cancer charity @rctcharity who I fundraise a lot for, and I’ll be pacing/crewing their founder @tobytalksballs on an ultra in a weeks time. I’m also running the @londonmarathon for them in 2027 dressed in a giant balls costume!

So my mission today, to get some runners to see the shorts and go away thinking ‘yeah I should really check’

#chamonix #utmb #awareness #run #cancer

Where are my balls heading to this morning? The @teamrunderwear Shakeout run in Chamonix.

I’ve a connection to Runderwear in that they are a partner with cancer charity @rctcharity who I fundraise a lot for, and I’ll be pacing/crewing their founder @tobytalksballs on an ultra in a weeks time. I’m also running the @londonmarathon for them in 2027 dressed in a giant balls costume!

So my mission today, to get some runners to see the shorts and go away thinking ‘yeah I should really check’

#chamonix #utmb #awareness #run #cancer

What an incredible evening, never in my wildest dreams would I had imagined talking to Lazarus Lake. Tonight was the World Premiere of The Hillybilly Scientist. If you have the opportunity to watch this it will talk to you in way you could never imagine.

An incredible film made possible by @raidlight & @mounttocoast you’ll explore Laz and the Barkley Marathons in a way that will captivate you.

Wow. Just wow.

#lazaruslake #chamonix #ultrarunning #filmpremiere #run

What an incredible evening, never in my wildest dreams would I had imagined talking to Lazarus Lake. Tonight was the World Premiere of The Hillybilly Scientist. If you have the opportunity to watch this it will talk to you in way you could never imagine.

An incredible film made possible by @raidlight & @mounttocoast you’ll explore Laz and the Barkley Marathons in a way that will captivate you.

Wow. Just wow.

#lazaruslake #chamonix #ultrarunning #filmpremiere #run

Big thanks to @scottrunning x @run4adventure.uk for a great evening panel discussion about the future of trail running. Great insights into shoe development, balancing the desire to explore with the respect and responsibility we have for the environment and many more topics and Q&A

Well thought through panel, hosted incredibly well by Loyd Purvis (Run4Adventure) with Liga Purvis handling the live stream so people around the world could watch.

And even some giveaways of Scott Running and Run4Adventure goodie bags (sadly not a winner) but plenty of happy runners enjoyed one.

#trailrunning #future #scott #chamonix #utmb

Big thanks to @scottrunning x @run4adventure.uk for a great evening panel discussion about the future of trail running. Great insights into shoe development, balancing the desire to explore with the respect and responsibility we have for the environment and many more topics and Q&A

Well thought through panel, hosted incredibly well by Loyd Purvis (Run4Adventure) with Liga Purvis handling the live stream so people around the world could watch.

And even some giveaways of Scott Running and Run4Adventure goodie bags (sadly not a winner) but plenty of happy runners enjoyed one.

#trailrunning #future #scott #chamonix #utmb

Trail running has so many magic moments, I discovered Chalet de la Floria a few years ago and was pleased I could work in a run to it today. The trail runs through the cafe…so cool.

#chamonix #trails #cafe #run #coolfinds

Trail running has so many magic moments, I discovered Chalet de la Floria a few years ago and was pleased I could work in a run to it today. The trail runs through the cafe…so cool.

#chamonix #trails #cafe #run #coolfinds

A pair of limited edition Check Ya Balls socks heading off to @run.barton.run - if you want a pair too, be quick 👇

These are custom printed right here in Chamonix by @lesfrereschaussettes who have a stand at the UTMB Village. They are a very high quality running sock. And great for casual wear too.

Tomorrow (Friday) is the last day I can get these printed. They are 16.95€ a pair and I’ll post them to you when I’m back in the UK next week.

Make a great gift, with a serious and potentially life saving message too.

Comment or DM me if you’d like a pair.

#running #socks #limitededition #chamonix #runner

A pair of limited edition Check Ya Balls socks heading off to @run.barton.run - if you want a pair too, be quick 👇

These are custom printed right here in Chamonix by @lesfrereschaussettes who have a stand at the UTMB Village. They are a very high quality running sock. And great for casual wear too.

Tomorrow (Friday) is the last day I can get these printed. They are 16.95€ a pair and I’ll post them to you when I’m back in the UK next week.

Make a great gift, with a serious and potentially life saving message too.

Comment or DM me if you’d like a pair.

#running #socks #limitededition #chamonix #runner

Plan A run was scrapped as Aiguille du Midi is closed due to high winds, so a quick replan and Plan B was made. Chamonix - La Flegere - Les Tines - Chamonix if you want to get an idea of how my legs feel zoom in on the elevation graph. A brutal up followed by a extremely technical and steep down.

Stopped at La Flegere for a drink and a chat with the guys from Hoka who were setting up ready for the UTMB 100M race.

Now add into the mix it’s 30 degrees here today and you’ll get an idea of how that run felt.

Shower, lunch and get ready for an evening in the presence of a true legend in the ultra world. Look forward to bringing you the details on that later tonight.

It’s a good job Instagram doesn’t have a smell facility….man do I need to shower off!

#run #hoka #chamonix #utmb #trailrun

Plan A run was scrapped as Aiguille du Midi is closed due to high winds, so a quick replan and Plan B was made. Chamonix - La Flegere - Les Tines - Chamonix if you want to get an idea of how my legs feel zoom in on the elevation graph. A brutal up followed by a extremely technical and steep down.

Stopped at La Flegere for a drink and a chat with the guys from Hoka who were setting up ready for the UTMB 100M race.

Now add into the mix it’s 30 degrees here today and you’ll get an idea of how that run felt.

Shower, lunch and get ready for an evening in the presence of a true legend in the ultra world. Look forward to bringing you the details on that later tonight.

It’s a good job Instagram doesn’t have a smell facility….man do I need to shower off!

#run #hoka #chamonix #utmb #trailrun

My Check Ya Balls short and underwear are at La Flegere today, and they were snapped by the @hoka camera. The Hoka guys there were really cool, nice conversation (about balls) and handshakes too as they really engaged with the message.

Every conversation is a potential life saved.

Wonder how many trail runners myself and Hoka could get to commit to checking this UTMB week.

#chamonix #utmb #run #awareness #hoka

My Check Ya Balls short and underwear are at La Flegere today, and they were snapped by the @hoka camera. The Hoka guys there were really cool, nice conversation (about balls) and handshakes too as they really engaged with the message.

Every conversation is a potential life saved.

Wonder how many trail runners myself and Hoka could get to commit to checking this UTMB week.

#chamonix #utmb #run #awareness #hoka

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