Great North Run

I’m John-Paul Thompson. I’m 47 years of age. I started running again in January.
2007 as part of my recovery from a bout of pneumonia, something I wouldn’t wish on anyone.

In June I joined the GSK running club. I find when running with others that I’m much more likely to turn up and to do the distance. I’ve also learnt a lot of proper training techniques which have helped me a lot.

Two weeks ago I was lucky enough to get a place on the GNR. This was only six weeks before race day. My last half, Reading, was also done with six weeks preparation but from a zero start point, I managed 2:02. I’ve set a realistic target for myself at anything under 2 hours.

My training is going well so far; I have the required speed but at the moment am lacking the distance and the stamina.