Tag Archives: Mark Cooper

The Maggie’s to Maggie’s Challenge

Posted on 29/07/2013 by Mark Cooper

When a Friend of mines, Alan Kennedy (who just finished his first ever Ironman! Congrats) asked me to speak at his new cycling themed cafe in Glasgow on Great Western Road I of course said yes. It was only after I … Continue reading →

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I am running again!

Posted on 04/02/2013 by Mark Cooper

I got my running mojo back! I ran the Highland Fling Ultra in April 2012 and since them I haven’t run another race, I made this decision on purpose, in three years I ran nearly 9,000 miles and when my … Continue reading →

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Steve Jobs Stanford Commencment Speech 2005

Posted on 20/04/2012 by Mark Cooper

I am honored to be with you today at your commencement from one of the finest universities in the world. I never graduated from college.  Truth be told, this is the closest I’ve ever gotten to a college graduation.  Today … Continue reading →

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50 marathons in 56 days VIDEO

Posted on 19/04/2012 by Mark Cooper
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Mini-Adventure this Friday Night

Posted on 21/02/2012 by Mark Cooper

I have been thinking about going on an adventure that basically involves leaving the rat race at 5pm with basic supplies, walking all night then sleeping on top of a hill. It will probably be a cold night which means … Continue reading →

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A video that everyone should watch – INSPIRING

Posted on 01/02/2012 by Mark Cooper

I don’t really need to say anything about this, just watch it and share it around please

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Jog Scotland Presentation

Posted on 19/01/2012 by Mark Cooper

A few weeks ago I gave a presentation at the Jog Scotland conference as part of the Scottish Athletics awards evening. I presented this with Bryn Williams of my charity Wobbly Williams Here is a video from that day And … Continue reading →

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Plans for 2012

Posted on 09/01/2012 by Mark Cooper

I cant believe its been so long since my last post, life has been pretty hectic recently, I bought a house with my Girlfriend, it has been undergoing major renovation work, we are four months into it and still not … Continue reading →

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24hr Treadmill Video

Posted on 01/11/2011 by Mark Cooper

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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Savor the Little Things in Life

Posted on 12/10/2011 by Mark Cooper

Do you eat while reading? If so, you might have noticed the phenomenon I’ve noticed: sometimes you can eat an entire meal without even really tasting the food. This applies to a lot of things in our lives: we can … Continue reading →

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Speyside Way Ultra

Posted on 29/08/2011 by Mark Cooper

The main reason I entered the Speyside Way Ultra was to get a couple of nights camping with my mate Matt. Every year we go away together and do some travelling/camping and so far this year we hadnt managed to get … Continue reading →

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Motivating Videos

Posted on 26/08/2011 by Mark Cooper

There is nothing that I need to say about these three videos…just watch and enjoy

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24hr Treadmill Run Report

Posted on 03/08/2011 by Mark Cooper

It is now Wednesday 3rd August, I finished my 24hr treadmill run on Friday 29th July at 6pm. I have mixed emotions about the event, as usual with ultra runs I found it to be…. Very hard, not that hard, mentally … Continue reading →

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The Trip to Remember – Report

Posted on 14/07/2011 by Mark Cooper

Cycling – 50 miles / Rowing 90 miles / Hiking 20 miles – Within 36hrs The weekend was incredible, I was nervous about what to expect as I wasnt really experienced in any of the disciplines but I am always talking about … Continue reading →

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The Trip to Remember

Posted on 04/07/2011 by Mark Cooper

So this weekend its The Trip to Remember A 150 mile journey within 36 Hours, three disciplines. Cycling 45 miles – Rowing 95 miles – Hiking (running) 15 miles I signed up to this trip a couple of months ago, … Continue reading →

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Ultramarathon Training Plan

Posted on 14/06/2011 by Mark Cooper

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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Love life, not possessions……

Posted on 09/06/2011 by Mark Cooper

We are all in love with stuff —Clothes, phones, houses, ipods etc etc but….why are we not in love with life? Modern societies obsession with owning “things” has become an obsession, competition and its unhealthy. When we arent happy or need … Continue reading →

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Edinburgh Marathon Madness Challenge

Posted on 11/05/2011 by Mark Cooper

The Edinburgh Marathon is taking place on Sunday 22nd May this year and I am very excited about taking part in it for the first time. I was approached by Alistair Currie of Jog Scotland to ask if I would … Continue reading →

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The Trip to Remember

Posted on 03/05/2011 by Mark Cooper

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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Glasgow to Edinburgh Double Marathon Report

Posted on 12/04/2011 by Mark Cooper

Saturday 10th April was the date of this years GEDM, it had changed from last years earlier date which meant for a hot day and it also being closer to the Highland Fling, which takes place on April 30th. Having said … Continue reading →

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