‘Trash’ by Andy Mulligan

The 18th book of the year – a bit of summer reading homework – year 7 reader in September.

It follows the story of three dumpsite boys in India – it wasn’t exactly what I was expecting – it ended up being quite the adventure.

Now off to watch the film…

Next up: Running Tracks

‘Why You Should Read Children’s Books, Even Though You Are So Old And Wise’ by Katherine Rundell.

Chucking this cheeky little book in. Only 63 pages long – it was a present – I read lots of teenage fiction.

Defy those who tell you to be serious. Cut shame off at the knees. Children’s books are not a hiding place, they are a seeking place. Go to children’s fiction to see the world with double eyes: your own, and those of your childhood self.

Katherine Rundell

Next up: Trash

‘Coasting’ by Elise Downing

One of my favourite books of the year. Elise ran the 5,000 miles around the coast of Britain. She had a fantastic adventure.

Highly recommend. Just read it.

Next up: Why You Should Read Children’s Books, Even Though You Are So Old and Wise

Fifty Fifty by Steve Cavanagh

A BBC2 ‘Between the Covers’ recommended read. Two sisters. One murder. Who did it?

I quite enjoyed it. Clever idea. Well worth a read!

Next up: Coasting

Done.

Today’s gym session completed Juneathon.

30 days. 30 activities.

Now two rest days before a 24 hour race at the weekend – run as many 5 mile loops as you can in 24 hours. I’ve no real target or expectations for the race, just going to have a go and see what happens.

Final Juneathon Totals:

Running = 21 days: 88.6 miles

Gym Sessions = 8

Cycling = 1 day: 7 miles

It was ANOTHER early morning run – these appear to be becoming a bit of a regular thing!

It was the usual slow start to the run; legs were a bit achy from yesterday’s gym session. Also, I tend to try and get to bed a bit earlier the night before – that wasn’t possible with the very exciting footy last night!

It was a bit of a grey morning with the threat of rain in the air. It was a struggle to get going, but once the first half mile was done I felt a lot better. 5km done. Good practice for the weekend’s 24hr shenanigans!

It also means that I’m free to enjoy the footy later without the daily run hanging over my head. Looking forward to Eng-er-land knocking a few goals past the Germans.

It’s coming home!

This is the last run of Juneathon, I’ll be finishing the month with another gym session after work tomorrow.

Juneathon Totals:

Running = 21 days: 88.6 miles

Gym Sessions = 7

Cycling = 1 day: 7 miles