The @spinerace 2024, 1st in 72:55:05.
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I’m sure more details regarding the delicate bits about my race will come out in due course through podcasts and interviews, but I wanted to explain something different and unique that happened to me in the later stages of this race.
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Leaving Byrness with 27 baron Cheviot miles to cover and a healthy lead of nearly 14 miles in tact, was a position I could have only envisioned in my dreams. I thought I would drift, naturally slow and ease off. Taking time at Hut 1 and 2, I could have still lowered Jasmine’s 2019 Record time by a very good margin.
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I think I reached a level of fulfilment and determination that is very rare and special. Only when you’re so close to the edge can you find that clarity and space. I refused to slow and convinced myself this was my time, my opportunity to produce something different. With only 54 minutes sleep in the race, to trust this emotion, thought pattern and continue to push is something I doubt I’ll ever experience again. I was exploring the 1% of my body and brain that said go, when 99% said you’ve done enough. I guess that’s endurance.
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I’m a Steel fixer from Stoke-on-Trent who found his feet and started running, those who know me should take satisfaction in the phrase ‘we did it’, because we did and I felt the force of everyone who has invested time and energy in my running and exploits over the years.
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Thankyou for the monumental response I’ve had to this performance, I hope you can take something away from it that helps you in the future.
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Spine journey:
Jan 2020, DNF
Jan 2023, 2nd, 85hours.
Jan 2024, 1st, CR 72:55.
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📸 @willbaldlygo@wild_aperture@granddayoutphotography
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#longrun
The @spinerace 2023, 🥈 85:16:24.
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I’m still slightly lost for words after 3 days of reflection and I guess one post isn’t enough to explain what on Earth happened on the Pennine Way earlier in the week so here’s the first.
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My Race highlight was dropping into Bellingham, having my time penalty explained to me and understanding it. I facetimed my wife and we decided it was worth the risk to skip sleep and to make a move. Nodding along to my wife’s opinion and envisioning things was absolutely magic and I was blessed to be in a position where my body allowed me to push to Byrness where I could reassess. So much more than endurance and fitness was triggered in that conversation with Jess and I’ll never forget it 😀.
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My lowest point was between Middleton & High Cup Nick. The sleep monsters came and dropped me to the floor. Sleeping on the snowy trail for 2 x 7 min spells was brutal but something I’d decided was necessary.
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To preform on the biggest stage at one of the worlds toughest events is hugely satisfying and I’m very grateful to all those who assisted me during the race and those who have sent messages since.
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It was a pleasure to be draped in @inov_8 shoes and clobber for this one and I’ll go into more detail regarding what worked best in certain conditions in another post.
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Thank you Ultra running community 👌
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📸 @spinerace@inov_8
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#pennineway #longrun #spinerace #getagrip #inov8
@ultratrailsnowdonia 50k 🥇 🏆
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I’m feeling very grateful and satisfied that I managed to give my best on Saturday and take the win. This year has been different for me, shorter and sharper with the aim being to peak for this race. I put pressure on myself, raced hard and managed to preform. I’m Grateful for the health and fitness to run fast over some beautiful mountains.
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I’ve written a post race blog where I talk more about why I did the shorter race, my mindset and thought pattern, some kit I wore and what’s next rolling into @utmbmontblanc . Link in bio or my story.
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Thankyou to @inov_8 for your continued support and for creating one hell of a shoe, the TrailFly G270s 👌😀.
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I’m grateful to be back out and about again after a planned down period following the @spinerace South which was then extended with forced rest due to a severe back injury.
Running is hard, on the head and the body, aswell as those around you. There were spells in the last 12 weeks where I regretted racing in January because the fatigue and pain just wasn’t worth what I got from the race. This was false and I snapped out of it, but athletes at all levels need to protect themselves with smart race selections to allow for time when you can just enjoy having the sport at your feet and options away from recovery periods and fatigue.
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I just want the option to try. To dream and even to fail.
Can anyone relate to this clip?
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Welcome to the Maldives.
A little update on what’s happening here, the training, the wildlife and what’s next. 100 days or so until my only project for 2026 begins.
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🚨New episode of Leaders Unlocked is now LIVE!
A raw, honest and powerful conversation with @trail.jack , One of the World’s best ultra-endurance athletes.
From rock bottom with a gambling addiction to the top of the running world, Jack’s story is inspirational.
In their conversation, Lewis & Jack explore:
🔵 Gambling addiction to elite ultra-runner — and the reality behind that shift
🔵 The epiphany on a run that changed the direction of his life forever
🔵 How running became the outlet that rebuilt his identity
🔵 The decisive moment during the 2024 Spine Race that led to a record-breaking run
🔵 How addiction doesn’t disappear… it often just changes form
🔵 The risks of becoming too tied to one identity or outcome
🔴We hope you enjoy this one! Links to our YouTube and audio platforms in our bio.
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Last night, we joined @trail.jack at @inov8sheffield for the latest in their Trail Talks series.
A social run through the streets of Sheffield, then straight into a Q&A with the INOV8 athlete to discuss all things running.
From race strategy and strength work to finding his place on the Pennine Way.
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