Well, had all my tests and am now in the know about my new-found problem. I need surgery to repair a hole in my heart. So in terms of tri, I have to take it steady and see how things go. I can't, says the consultant, do the marathon in April. Very sad about that but happy my broken heart can be fixed!

How fitting to be told my heart is broken just before Valentine's Day :-) I am a very lucky girl to have such great friends, family and boyfriend who have all be very supportive.

This week, I have only swam once, no running or cycling due to hospital tests. A new week next week, with some gentle sessions to give me confidence boost.

Happy training everyone x

Today I'm feeling much better. Had a good gym and swim session yesterday and slow 10 mile run this morning. Feels great to be out and doing something. Couldn't bear to let all my fitness go as a result of minor set-back. I always feel good when I get...

I haven't blogged for a couple of weeks now. The reason being I have felt a little sorry for myself. I have diagnosed with a hole in my heart on the 18th January and since then, I have been having lots of tests and waiting to speak to specialists to ...

Busy Sunday for me! In the second week of my marathon training, I ran 9.27 miles at 10.01 ave pace. This is a comfortable pace fgr me, and a minute/min slower than my marathon pace. Feeling quite strong after triathlon club running sessions but still...

Today I entered the London Triathlon OD!! Very excited!! That's all ! ...