Hi, I'm Lowly.
Running happy well into my twilight years is my mission- join me on my journey, as I indulge myself in loads of research and experiments to achieve just that. Also, my second child is by far my favourite child.
March 18, 2024
Recovery is going to play a major role in my long road to Cape Town, and Yin Yoga is my new secret weapon.
March 2, 2024
Elephant eaters may be a little frowned upon these days, but if there is one thing they can teach us, it's that we should tackle an enormous task one small bite at a time. So that is exactly what I'm doing.
Messy Runs and Beautiful Landscapes
February 2, 2024
Things got a bit messy on my run this morning. But at least I didn't soil myself, and actually it may have been productive at the end. So onwards and upwards.
January 23, 2024
Things may just be looking up, but I don't want to say too much as it is still early days. But I'll say this much, if you're a tiger from Boksburg you best steer clear.
January 15, 2024
It's not normal walking, and it is not hiking. But it is working. I've learned that power walking is a skill all on its own, and it may just be the thing I need to tackle my lofty goals.
December 23, 2023
I've been getting far too comfortable with my treadmill, one shouldn't be surprised if I run in my pyjamas. However, with a recent visit from family, I have been forced to dress myself and get back out onto the roads, and by gosh, I am loving it!
November 23, 2023
I'm hitting the road, and I'm not ashamed to say that it feels oh-so-good. Grandchildren be damned, I'm living my life 25 quarter miles at a time.
November 18, 2023
The Sani Stagger is done, and so am I. Although hard times on the mountain also meant good times on the weekend. And the Old Goat toys with death.
November 11, 2023
After vowing to never return a decade and a half ago, I have decided to sate my appetitie for self-inflicted punishment by attempting the Sani Stagger Trail.
November 3, 2023
It has taken decades, but I think my offspring have finally produced something of value, and it turns out to be inspiration. In the meanwhile, my Old Goat seems to have been making decisions.
Bokkiesberg, a Training Hike for the Sani Stagger Trail
October 29, 2023
Bad weather, pesky baboons and murderous elevation, what is not to love about hiking? I actually had a great time at Bokkiesberg, as I prepare for the Sani Stagger Trail.
July 13, 2023
Aside from falling off the treadmill in front of my biggest fan, things are ticking along slowly and steadily.
Chariots of Fire, and Other Exciting Stuff
June 29, 2023
How I'm avoiding my treacherous local roads, but still putting in the time and effort to pursue my goals of getting back into longer distances.
December 4, 2022
It has been a while, a very long while, but it's time to get back to it. It is also time to look at why we we are where we are.
MAF or FAF, That is the Question...
September 30, 2021
The question of pace in running is an eternal one, and most likely not something this lowly runner is ever going to figure out. However, I am taking a stab at simplifying it for myself.