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The Five I’s of the Tor: A Manifesto

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We’re told that when the training fails, grit must take over—that we have to burrow into the pain to survive the challenge. But what if the 'sufferfest' mindset is actually the thing holding us back?

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23:59 switches to 00:00 on the watch, and we begin. There are many ways to describe a beginning—the first climb, the first rep, the first minute. But on reflection, it was just a clear mind, a sense of familiarity, and t...

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The \"Ankle Armor\" Strategy:

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If you’ve ever run the stretch between Kimmeridge, Lulworth Cove and Weymouth, you know the \"Dorset Rollers.\" It’s not just the height; it’s the relentless, steep climbs followed by technical, jarring descents that feel ...

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Stop buying the dream and start building the habit. Your gear is ready, your desire is real, but your consistency is missing. Break the cycle of self-doubt and injury—it’s time to actually show up.

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One of my professional development projects in 2025 was to ramp up knowledge in all things hippy. Amongst the investments was a 'Hip Program' from David Grey Rehab, an online program that guided me through David's 4-phas...

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1. The Paradox: Watts vs. The 7 Ps

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This was the 2nd time of asking. I had tried in November 2024 when conditions underfoot were very wet. I had also completed UTMB 2 months prior. The effort and conditions got the better of my body, and called it a day at...

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