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In these next few pieces, I am reflecting on my preparation for LETJOG, in the hope that this might be of idle interest to those supporting me, and/or as a reference for anyone contemplating their own outdoor marathon. I start from the standpoint of a recent 60-year old who stopped participating in regular competitive sportContinue reading “Getting Ready for LETJOG (1) Training”

Good question – where to start?! Well, I have always enjoyed walking – I have done most of the well-known long-distance paths in the UK, and many interesting hikes and climbs overseas. These have not always represented easy option holidays, but I have certainly always returned home having savoured the open air exertion and theContinue reading “Why Am I LETJOG-ing?”

Land’s End, the most south westerly point on the Cornish peninsula, and John O’Groats on the north east tip of Scotland, are the two most distant points on mainland Great Britain. Therein has lain the challenge for a fair number of walkers, like myself, in attempting a journey under their own steam between these nationalContinue reading “What is LETJOG?*”