Tag Archives: dean karnazes

24hr Treadmill Video

Posted on 01/11/2011 by

Distance was 129.2 mile and I’ve just been told that I am 16th in the world for overall distance (even ahead of Dean Karnazes) http://www.recordholders.org/en/list/treadmill.html Thanks to Cut Mustard TV for making the film!

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Ultramarathon Training Plan

Posted on 14/06/2011 by

Before the d33 Ultra this year I was sitting having breakfast before the start of the race and got chatting to a few fellow runners who were enjoying their pre race meal. After the race I found out that one … Continue reading →

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The Trip to Remember

Posted on 03/05/2011 by

I opened my email last week to find one sitting in there from Australian Ocean rower and all round inspiration Margaret Bowling It was entitled, “Last call for Applications.” I opened it curiously to find that it was a call for … Continue reading →

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Sometimes you’ve got to go through hell to get to heaven

Posted on 29/03/2011 by

Here are some simple mind tricks that help to get me through hard/long runs. On any run, no matter what length it is or the level of runner you are there will always be a moment when you have that … Continue reading →

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D33 Ultra Report

Posted on 23/03/2011 by

I had headed up to Aberdeen on the Friday at around lunchtime with my Friend Rhona. We made the journey from Edinburgh to Aberdeen quickly and settled into a nice hotel called the Inn at the Park Hotel, conveniently around … Continue reading →

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40 Mile Trainin Run Nutrition – Its not that Complex

Posted on 07/03/2011 by

I ran a 40 mile training run on Friday (4th March) and upon finishing was asked by a lot of people about who I ate, drank before, during and after the run. The thing is, you dont have to eat … Continue reading →

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Summer World Record Attempt?

Posted on 31/01/2011 by

On April 10th 2010 I finished the last of three marathon runs on treadmills and at the end of the third one I said I would NEVER run on one again, so why am I going to do 24 hours? … Continue reading →

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Interview with runner Vanessa Buckle (10 marathons in 10 days)

Posted on 05/01/2011 by

I met Vanessa via her twitter account http://www.twitter.com/vanessabuckle   I was instantly drawn to her because we have both suffered the loss of a parent. Also due to the daunting challenge she has set herself in 2011, to run 10 … Continue reading →

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2010 Review – A Year of Discovery

Posted on 31/12/2010 by

It is the end of 2010 and for many reasons the best year of my life. I thought about documenting this years events for my own records and decided that I may as well share it with you. I hope … Continue reading →

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Only 9 Days to Go….

Posted on 21/04/2010 by

Well everyone, there is only 9 days to go until departure date, the Ferry from Newcastle to Amsterdam leaves at 5pm on Thursday 29th April. I will arrive in Amsterdam at 9am on Friday 30th April (assuming there are no … Continue reading →

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A message from The Rt Hon George Grubb, Lord Provost of the City of Edinburgh

Posted on 22/03/2010 by

The Rt Hon George Grubb, Lord Provost of the City of Edinburgh “To run one marathon is an enormous challenge – to run fifty of them in 50 days is absolutely extraordinary. On behalf of the City, I wish Mark … Continue reading →

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Runwithmark new video diaries! Times Square

Posted on 09/03/2010 by
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Weekly update

Posted on 23/02/2010 by

I have had a great week, received a lot of fresh support from some individuals which I look up to. As well as having the support of Mark Beaumont and Liz Yeilling I now have on board….. Support from Dean … Continue reading →

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Dean Karnazes on runwithmark

Posted on 23/02/2010 by

“Mark Cooper is a true inspiration to all of us. I’m humbled by his undertaking and wish him the very best in both his running and in his charitable efforts.” Dean Karnazes

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Video Diary – Headquarters

Posted on 23/02/2010 by
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Scott Hastings on runwithmark

Posted on 23/02/2010 by

“Mark your are gong to go to places you will have only feared about but within those places you will find strength and courage and I wish you all the very best.” Scott Hastings

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Vital Statistics for runwithmark

Posted on 25/01/2010 by

Some stats to ponder…………… Vital stats for runwithmark – Daily totals are in brackets…. Total amount of calories to be burned – (3,194) 159,700 Total strides needed based on my stride distance – (40,000) 2,000,000! Total time spent running based … Continue reading →

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A quick update

Posted on 13/01/2010 by

A big hello to you all from Edinburgh HQ! Wanted to give a quick update on what has been happening in the last week or so. 1. The charity gig evening (Friday 5th Feb at Maggies Chamber above the Three … Continue reading →

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The Run Addicts Feature

Posted on 24/12/2009 by

Here is an exclusive interview I had with Run Addicts, a great new website for runners will tips and advice,check them out. Mark http://www.runaddicts.net/interviews/50-marathons-in-56-days-for-charity-interview-with-mark-cooper

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