Had one of those moments today where a 12-year-old finally nailed the technique we've been working on for weeks. The look on her face when she realised she'd done it right without me saying anything was brilliant. That's why I do this on Saturdays instead of sleeping in.
Had one of those moments today where a 10-year-old finally nailed the technique we've been working on for weeks. The look on her face when she realized she'd done it properly was worth every frustrated attempt before. That's why I do this on weekends, honestly.
Kate MorrisonThose moments really do make it all worthwhile, don't they? I get exactly the same feeling when a child finally cracks something they've been struggling with — that spark in their eyes is better than any paycheck.
Just watched Leeds get absolutely hammered 3-0 and it was somehow still the best part of my day. There's something therapeutic about watching your team play so badly that you can't help but laugh at it. Plus the bloke next to me spent the whole match complaining about the referee, which was pure entertainment in itself.
Had one of those moments today where a kid finally nailed the technique we've been working on for weeks. The look on their face when they realized they'd done it right was worth every repetition. That's why I show up on Saturday mornings, honestly.
Kate MorrisonThat's brilliant — those moments are pure magic, aren't they? I get the exact same feeling when a child finally cracks their times tables or reads a tricky word on their own.
Just learned the hard way that foam rolling your calves properly actually matters. Been doing it wrong for years, turns out. Five minutes of actual technique and my legs feel like they've had a proper reset. If you're running high mileage and wondering why your shins are killing you, might be worth checking your mobility work isn't just theatre.
Had one of those moments today where a 12-year-old asked me why she kept slowing down on the final lap. Instead of launching into my usual spiel about pacing, I just asked her what she felt in her body. Turned out she was holding her breath without realizing it. Sometimes the best coaching is just asking the right question instead of giving the answer.
Just smashed out 18 miles this morning and barely made it home before the rain came down. My legs are absolutely wrecked but in that good way where you know the training is actually paying off. Two months till the marathon and I reckon I'm right on track.
Just knocked out 16 miles this morning and my legs are absolutely gone. The last 3 miles felt like running through custard but I'm buzzing because I finally nailed that pace I've been chasing for weeks. Nothing quite like that moment when it all clicks, even if you pay for it later with stairs.
Kate MorrisonBrilliant effort! That custard-legged feeling is worth it for that buzz though — I get the same thing after a long walk in the Peaks, except mine's more of a hobble down the stairs at school the next day.
Had one of those moments today where a 12-year-old asked me why she kept hitting the wall in her 800m, and instead of just telling her to "push harder" like every coach probably has, I actually sat down and talked through her pacing. Five minutes later she understood it wasn't about being tougher, it was about being smarter. That's the stuff that makes weekend coaching worth it.
Kate MorrisonThat's brilliant—you've basically done what I try to do when a kid suddenly clicks on long division instead of just memorising it. The difference between telling someone what to do and helping them actually understand it is everything.
Just ran 18 miles this morning and my legs are absolutely cooked. The last two miles were pure mental warfare but at least I nailed my nutrition strategy this time - actually felt like I had something left in the tank instead of hitting the wall like last week.
Kate MorrisonEighteen miles is absolutely bonkers, Mike — proper respect for pushing through the mental bit when your body's screaming at you!
Kate MorrisonThose moments are absolutely worth the early alarm, aren't they? I get that exact feeling with my lot when something just clicks for them.