Hello again!
The season is drawing to a close and all too soon. It’s the time in the season where I always look back and think where did it all go!
Berlin was a great experience. I was particularly impressed with the stadium and the sense of history surrounding it. The German supporters were great but I was particularly humbled and happy to see just how many British supporters had made the effort to be there to support us.
We were staying in one of the biggest hotels I have ever seen, the rooms were comfortable and spacious and we were even given a few treats…the best of course being free internet! The food, I have to admit, was awful but that’s usually a given at championships and besides until you finished competing its probably for the best, you really need to eat right while your at an event.
2009 was somewhat bittersweet for me, although I reached my first major world championship final; it was not quite the journey I had envisaged. Still it is another stepping stone towards 2012 and valuable learning curve. Injury and obstacles are all part of the sport so it’s all about how you bounce back from these setbacks. There really is so much to look forward to in 2010 with the Europeans and Commonwealths, I’m excited already!
Since returning from Berlin I have ended my season and am currently on my break and trying to do all the things that you simply just don’t have time to do during the season. First on my list was sorting out my bedroom!! It might sound mundane but it’s actually exciting for me having been away so long. Aside from that I will be going on holiday to relax in the sun, but not before some birthday celebrations next week!
Maz’s Top tip :
As one season ends and we roll on to the next have you ever thought about keeping a training diary, it is always useful to log your sessions, thoughts, physical feelings and anything you think is relevant to your training preparation for the year ahead.
Showing posts with label Berlin. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Berlin. Show all posts
Tuesday, 22 September 2009
Friday, 7 August 2009
Wow, the past month has flown by so quickly...
Hi everyone,
Wow, the past month has flown by so quickly...
It’s has been a crazy month for me with both highs and lows. I was struggling with a sore knee at times, which has meant I had to adjust my training slightly, but it is now on the mend so I am really looking forward to the weeks ahead.
The highlight of the month has to be the Paris meet. I love this meet, it is one of the big ones, and always attracts a good field. I had a good race, and set a season best with a time of 1.59.56. This really made me confident and I am now aiming to go even lower. Training is going really well, my Coach Ayo and I have been working hard particularly with the build up to Berlin.
A couple of weeks ago I also did some filming for The McCain Track & Field Show. I have been singing for years, and the team uncovered this and organised for me to sing at Ronnie Scott’s Jazz Club in London! I was so nervous in the lead up to it, but once I got there and up on the stage I had so much fun. It’s going to be on the show this Sunday 9th August, 8:25am on Channel 4, so don’t forget to watch!
I was at the McCain Track & Field Roadshow in London on the 22nd of July which was a really fun day. There was an electric atmosphere mainly due to the fact that the event was held a few days before the three year 2012 Olympics start date. I think this made people realise how special it will be when the London Games start, and there was a huge turnout.
Sally Gunnell, Perri Shakes-Drayton and Steph Twell were there too. It was nice chatting to everyone about athletics and how they could get involved, it was really special to be part of it. Rick Edwards of T4 fame was there too filming the new athletics programme which is on weekly on Channel 4, Sunday mornings at 8:25am. The film crew really added to the excitement of the day.
That weekend I was at the Aviva London Grand Prix at Crystal Palace, I always like this meet as it is in front of a home crowd. I get to compete in front of family and friends which makes it extra special as I don’t normally get the chance to do that because competitions are held all over the world. I was disappointed with my overall finish, but the crowd were spectacular and I really enjoyed all the support. Thank you to everyone!
I am writing this Blog from Portugal now, where I have been for the past few days at the GB Team holding camp for the World Championships. The weather has been fantastic! It is so good to finally get some sun and it will help us to acclimatise for when we get to Berlin, because the temperature there is hotter than the UK. We are staying in an amazing resort, and I have to keep reminding myself I am here to train - it really is a wonderful holiday location. The rest of the team arrive in 2 days, so once they get here we develop a strong team spirit which will hopefully take us on to success in Berlin!
That is all I have time for today, but I look forward to next month’s update when I’ll be able to give you the latest from the World Championships and much more.
Wow, the past month has flown by so quickly...
It’s has been a crazy month for me with both highs and lows. I was struggling with a sore knee at times, which has meant I had to adjust my training slightly, but it is now on the mend so I am really looking forward to the weeks ahead.
The highlight of the month has to be the Paris meet. I love this meet, it is one of the big ones, and always attracts a good field. I had a good race, and set a season best with a time of 1.59.56. This really made me confident and I am now aiming to go even lower. Training is going really well, my Coach Ayo and I have been working hard particularly with the build up to Berlin.
A couple of weeks ago I also did some filming for The McCain Track & Field Show. I have been singing for years, and the team uncovered this and organised for me to sing at Ronnie Scott’s Jazz Club in London! I was so nervous in the lead up to it, but once I got there and up on the stage I had so much fun. It’s going to be on the show this Sunday 9th August, 8:25am on Channel 4, so don’t forget to watch!
I was at the McCain Track & Field Roadshow in London on the 22nd of July which was a really fun day. There was an electric atmosphere mainly due to the fact that the event was held a few days before the three year 2012 Olympics start date. I think this made people realise how special it will be when the London Games start, and there was a huge turnout.
Sally Gunnell, Perri Shakes-Drayton and Steph Twell were there too. It was nice chatting to everyone about athletics and how they could get involved, it was really special to be part of it. Rick Edwards of T4 fame was there too filming the new athletics programme which is on weekly on Channel 4, Sunday mornings at 8:25am. The film crew really added to the excitement of the day.
That weekend I was at the Aviva London Grand Prix at Crystal Palace, I always like this meet as it is in front of a home crowd. I get to compete in front of family and friends which makes it extra special as I don’t normally get the chance to do that because competitions are held all over the world. I was disappointed with my overall finish, but the crowd were spectacular and I really enjoyed all the support. Thank you to everyone!
I am writing this Blog from Portugal now, where I have been for the past few days at the GB Team holding camp for the World Championships. The weather has been fantastic! It is so good to finally get some sun and it will help us to acclimatise for when we get to Berlin, because the temperature there is hotter than the UK. We are staying in an amazing resort, and I have to keep reminding myself I am here to train - it really is a wonderful holiday location. The rest of the team arrive in 2 days, so once they get here we develop a strong team spirit which will hopefully take us on to success in Berlin!
That is all I have time for today, but I look forward to next month’s update when I’ll be able to give you the latest from the World Championships and much more.
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