Nostr notes by Aske Kammer

Thank you!! Also for the inspiration along the way. Today was ...

2026-02-22T12:49:37Z

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Thank you!! Also for the inspiration along the way.

Today was hard, but experience goes a long way and I never doubted I could do it (only whether I would get to enjoy it).

This night, we had quite a lot of snow (by Danish standards), so ...

2026-01-27T06:40:45Z

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This night, we had quite a lot of snow (by Danish standards), so this morning run turned out to be a somewhat technically challenging one. But challenges are fun, and I got to enjoy the beauty of the quiet morning. This is my meditation; I am recharged.

Take care out there, people.

Stay strong.
Stay sane.
Stay safe.

Distance: 5.42k
Pace: 5'41"

#ParisMarathon in 75 days.

#running #MastoRunDK #EveryRunHasAPurpose

Stage 48 of #52weeks52halfmarathons. The soundtrack: my Radical ...

2026-01-25T08:58:05Z

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Stage 48 of #52weeks52halfmarathons.

The soundtrack: my Radical Running playlist. It's good for a progressive run. https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4G3UFLeVvtttZZNKF7Beft?si=DFxRVecJTaqS3Lx9NdRxwQ&pi=JWvIfsTlQoqzP

Distance: 22.92k
Pace: 5'36"

#ParisMarathon in 77 days.

#running #MastoRunDK #EveryRunHasAPurpose

To make ends meet, I changed my routine and did an evening run. ...

2026-01-13T17:53:30Z

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To make ends meet, I changed my routine and did an evening run. Running this late usually does not eork very well for me, but this one was fun (and hard).

The first half was just an easy run to go pick up my daughter from a playdate - but as she was on a bike, the second half turned into a tempo run through the melting snow. Not super fast, but enough to push me a bit.

Distance: 7.7k
Pace: 5'35"

#ParisMarathon in 88 days.

#running #MastoRunDK #EveryRunHasAPurpose

A pristine and most beautiful morning. Also a very cold one. But ...

2026-01-11T09:22:54Z

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A pristine and most beautiful morning. Also a very cold one. But I did a nice long run, stage 46 of #52weeks52halfmarathons.

These days, I play around with the hydration vest I got for Christmas from my mother-in-law. It's a Salomon 12 Adv Skin (recommended by moelholm🏃🏻‍♂️ (npub1pwa…yw5r), thank you!), and so far I'm most happy with it. But I do look forward to not wearing a reflector vest on top of it...

Distance: 23.5k
Pace: 5'41"

#ParisMarathon in 90 days.

#running #MastoRunDK #EveryRunHasAPurpose

Starting the day the best way: with an easy run. This was a cold ...

2026-01-09T07:00:57Z

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Starting the day the best way: with an easy run.

This was a cold and windy run in the dark, with Springsteen as my soundtrack:

"Now, there's a fire down below
But it's coming up here
So leave everything you know
Carry only what you fear
On the road, the sun is sinkin' low
There's bodies hanging in the trees
This is what will be
This is what will be"

Take care out there.

Distance: 7.08k
Pace: 5'36"

#ParisMarathon in 93 days.

#running #MastoRunDK #EveryRunHasAPurpose

Good morning! This was tempo run where I increased the effort ...

2026-01-07T06:36:47Z

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Good morning!

This was tempo run where I increased the effort continuously. Purpose: to train pushing myself, even when the going gets tough. It was cold and windy, icy some places and enjoyable throughout.

"The world is a fine place and worth the fighting for".

Distance: 5.21k
Pace: 5'22"

#ParisMarathon in 95 days.

#running #MastoRunDK #EveryRunHasAPurpose

Did you ever watch John Carpenter's "The Thing"? (If ...

2026-01-05T06:32:42Z

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Did you ever watch John Carpenter's "The Thing"? (If no or yes, go watch it tonight.) This morning felt as cold as that movie.

But I got a short run in before waking up the family for the first day at school/work after a long and nice Christmas vacation.

I'll just wait here for a little while, see what happens. With a cup of hot chocolate.

Have a good one.

Distance: 5.14k (total: 418.15k)
Pace: 5'34"

#ParisMarathon in 97 days.

#running #MastoRunDK #EveryRunHasAPurpose

Thank you, Sebastian. Onward!

2026-01-04T15:48:39Z

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Thank you, Sebastian. Onward!

To whom it may concern, I did a short write-up of the running I ...

2026-01-04T06:08:41Z

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To whom it may concern,

I did a short write-up of the running I did in 2025 and my goals for 2026. It is what it is (namely a way for me to reflect and to remember), and it is somewhat self-indulgent - so bear with me.

See you on the next starting line.

#running #MastoRunDK #EveryRunHasAPurpose

https://www.askekammer.dk/running-through-2025/

This week's long run was one of the most challenging and most ...

2026-01-03T08:17:33Z

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This week's long run was one of the most challenging and most memorable ones in a very long time.

It was freezing (with wind chill: -13°C), and I had to plow through 10 cm of snow for almost the entire distance. After 7k, I was toast. This was hard! And it kept on. But I managed, and it was a good experience. I feel like I learned a lot.

Stage 45 of #52weeks52halfmarathons.

Distance: 21.61k (total: 413.01k)
Pace: 6'12"

#ParisMarathon in 99 days.

#running #MastoRunDK #EveryRunHasAPurpose

While the pizza dough rose, I went for a quick run. This was a ...

2026-01-01T16:39:34Z

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While the pizza dough rose, I went for a quick run. This was a short fartlek, and it was both hard and fun.

It's 2026! New year, old me. This year, my running goals are:
- to still run at least twice each week
- to break 4:07:00 on the marathon distance
- to run Champagnegaloppen on December 31 in 49 minutes or less
- to still focus on joyful running

Distance: 5.30k (total: 391.4k)
Pace: 5'00"

#ParisMarathon in 100 days.

#running #MastoRunDK #EveryRunHasAPurpose

Champagnegaloppen done! 10k in 50:45 (official time). The weather ...

2025-12-31T11:14:22Z

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Champagnegaloppen done! 10k in 50:45 (official time). The weather was near perfect, and I got into the zone and executed my strategy exactly as I had planned for. This felt good throughout.

These were the last kms of 2025. I'll do a wrap-up later - now I need to get home, shower, polish the music quiz for tonight, and suit up.

Happy New Year, everyone!

Distance: 10k (total: 386.1k)
Pace: 5'04"

#ParisMarathon in 101 days.

#running #MastoRunDK #EveryRunHasAPurpose

On the starting line for the last run of the year: the 10k ...

2025-12-31T09:30:21Z

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On the starting line for the last run of the year: the 10k Champagnegaloppen race in Køge.

It's nice and very informal, close to where I live, organized by the local runners' club. This is at least the 5th year I participate, and it's such a good way to end the year.

#EveryRunHasAPurpose, and true to my philosophy of #running, my plan is first and foremost to have a good time. But to push myself, I've also made sure my playlist is only 52 minutes. :-)

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2ffNX4QXmNdMoUrJg4jo44?si=mVmUu_soSjuf1qoDCoJnzA&pi=xozdVTzkQkWkQ

#MastoRunDK

Amazing. My running is going very well, thank you. My goal for ...

2025-12-30T18:05:19Z

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Amazing.

My running is going very well, thank you. My goal for the year is not distance-based; rather, I want to run at least twice each week (and distance counts, a run is a run), race at least one marathon, and generally enjoy it. I am happy when I reach 1,000k, though.

This year, I have covered 1,725k and look forward to add 10 more tomorrow.

I wonder: did you plan on running exactly 10,000 or more than ...

2025-12-30T16:22:41Z

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I wonder: did you plan on running exactly 10,000 or more than 10,000 this year? ;-)

Joke aside, this is beyond impressive. Huge congratulations!!! Now I hope you will get some rest and remember to enjoy this massive achievement.

RE: https://mastodon.world/@sebastianhahn/115807801223284734 Hail ...

2025-12-30T16:16:51Z

RE: https://mastodon.world/@sebastianhahn/115807801223284734

Hail to the King!

quoting
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Done! #10000in2025 #Running #goals

Oh no. Hopefully the fall wasn't too bad.

2025-12-29T10:11:06Z

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Oh no. Hopefully the fall wasn't too bad.

To infinity and beyond.

2025-12-29T09:57:46Z

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To infinity and beyond.

That is exactly how I see it play out. That said, if I lived ...

2025-12-28T12:04:19Z

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That is exactly how I see it play out.

That said, if I lived closer by, I would show up to the finish line with a red carpet and confetti cannons to celebrate. Now thinking of a way to do that through Mastodon instead.

A long run on a cold and beautiful winter morning. This was stage ...

2025-12-28T10:04:25Z

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A long run on a cold and beautiful winter morning.

This was stage 44 of #52weeks52halfmarathons.

Distance: 27.11k (total: 376.09k)
Pace: 5'40"

#ParisMarathon in 104 days.

#running #MastoRunDK #EveryRunHasAPurpose

A long easy run, windy and humid. It was very nice to get out. I ...

2025-12-26T09:19:58Z

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A long easy run, windy and humid. It was very nice to get out.

I should have done this run yesterday, but instead we watched "Hundreds of Beavers" and had mulled wine and cookies. I regret nothing.

Distance: 13.77k (total: 348.98k)
Pace: 5'37"

#ParisMarathon in 106 days.

#running #MastoRunDK #EveryRunHasAPurpose

A cheerful tempo run to start this day. The days are getting ...

2025-12-23T08:10:53Z

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A cheerful tempo run to start this day. The days are getting brighter now.

I compiled a playlist of Christmas music for running. It's 47 minutes of pure holiday spirit. 'Tis the season to be jolly. https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2exZpqp5Fjl6wEdgw73SKA?si=GUnlSsHYTeumo3jzjfhOmA

Take care, folks. Remember to tell your loved ones that they matter - just like *you* do!

Distance: 10.52k (total: 335.21k)
Pace: 5'16"

#ParisMarathon in 110 days.

#running #MastoRunDK #EveryRunHasAPurpose

Stage 43 of #52weeks52halfmarathons. Curiously, the run was ...

2025-12-21T08:28:30Z

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Stage 43 of #52weeks52halfmarathons.

Curiously, the run was mentally challenging. Experience carried me through, but even on autopilot this was an unexpectedly tough one. I probably needed this to process something, and a run is a run.

After all, running is my meditation.

Distance: 22.12k (total: 324.69k)
Pace: 5'32"

#ParisMarathon in 112 days.

#running #MastoRunDK #EveryRunHasAPurpose

Had a blast with #NikeRunClub's "Worst Advice Ever ...

2025-12-18T06:31:37Z

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Had a blast with #NikeRunClub's "Worst Advice Ever Run" this morning.

"No pain, no gain."
"If you aren't #running hard, you're hardly running."
"Numbers don't lie."
"Sleep is for the weak."
"You need to run every day."
"Running is boring."

coachbennett (npub1jmg…x2np), my philosopher of running, humorously shredded all this terrible advice, setting me up for a fun run. It was just what I needed. Thank you.

Distance: 5.60k (306.57k)
Pace: 5'23"

#ParisMarathon in 115 days.

#MastoRunDK #EveryRunHasAPurpose

Best goal I’ve heard all day, tbt. Good luck. @npub1kwd…v6mv ...

2025-12-15T19:35:14Z

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Best goal I’ve heard all day, tbt. Good luck.

Pedro Fernandes (npub1kwd…v6mv) Stephen Royle (npub1kyn…mmll) Sebastian Hahn (npub1wwz…vuml)

#RunnersOfMastodon, now is the time to support the many runners ...

2025-12-15T08:38:20Z

#RunnersOfMastodon, now is the time to support the *many* runners who are close to reaching their goals for 2025 and can use some last-minute encouragment.

A few examples:
- Pedro Fernandes (npub1kwd…v6mv), who is two HMs away from #52weeks52halfmarathons
- Stephen Royle (npub1kyn…mmll), who just needs 117k more
- Sebastian Hahn (npub1wwz…vuml), who aims at a crazy 10,000k and has a good shot at actually succeeding

There are many more of you out there. (Who did I miss?) #Running, you are all winning!

See you on the next starting lines.

Indeed. "Champagnegaloppen" is the name of a piece of ...

2025-12-14T11:09:19Z

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Indeed. "Champagnegaloppen" is the name of a piece of classical music, composed by H. C. Lumbye, that is traditionally played on New Year's Eve here in Denmark.

Here's a link to a very food recording of it: https://youtu.be/6VxLTuREsFE

The opening is masterful in the way it immediately sets the stage and then kicks things off with the "pop". That "pop" is also what starts the race I'll run. :-)

This was stage 42 of #52weeks52halfmarathons. I train for a ...

2025-12-14T08:38:17Z

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This was stage 42 of #52weeks52halfmarathons.
I train for a 42(.2)k race.
I'm 42 years old.
42 is the answer to life, the universe, and everything.

Coincidence? You bet! But this was a great run, where I explored some new roads (yololy adding 4k to the run), struggled with hard winds, and listened to a decent old playlist of mine. What a way to start the day.

Distance: 25.56k (total: 300.97k)
Pace: 5'44"

#ParisMarathon in 119 days.

#running #MastoRunDK #EveryRunHasAPurpose

Sure. Once you know your plans, let me know, and then we'll ...

2025-12-11T05:09:21Z

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Sure. Once you know your plans, let me know, and then we'll see what's possible.

This was a short easy run in the evening. I would have loved to ...

2025-12-10T20:08:09Z

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This was a short easy run in the evening.

I would have loved to run further, but this was all there was time for before picking up my daughter. Every run done is a victory, though, and this one is no exception. Onwards.

Distance: 3.76k (total: 275.41k)
Pace: 5'36"

#ParisMarathon in 122 days.

#running #MastoRunDK #EveryRunHasAPurpose

This morning, I took the train to Avedøre and then ran home, ...

2025-12-07T07:58:47Z

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This morning, I took the train to Avedøre and then ran home, just to see something else than what I usually do. And yes, I am aware of the irony: it was dark when I ran in uncharted terrirories, and then the cloudy dawn lit it all up when I got to my home turf...

This was stage 41 of #52weeks52halfmarathons. There were headwinds all the way, but it was a nice run nonetheless.

Distance: 21.94k (total: 271.65k)
Pace: 5'37"

#ParisMarathon in 126 days.

#running #MastoRunDK #EveryRunHasAPurpose

If I ran 10,000k a year, I think I would automatically go into a ...

2025-12-06T11:11:08Z

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If I ran 10,000k a year, I think I would automatically go into a coma...

That is beyond impressive. I guess your next hashtag should be ...

2025-12-06T07:09:43Z

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That is beyond impressive.

I guess your next hashtag should be #10000HoursOfSleep2026. :-)

My race calendar for 2026 is taking shape. #running #MastoRunDK ...

2025-12-06T07:05:29Z

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My race calendar for 2026 is taking shape.

#running #MastoRunDK #EveryRunHasAPurpose

Oh my! For the first time in my life, I have won a lottery - so I ...

2025-12-05T18:10:32Z

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Oh my!

For the first time in my life, I have won a lottery - so I will participate in the 2026 Half-Marathon World Championship!!

(Along with a gazillion other people. For all practical purposes it is just the Copenhagen Half-Marathon, which I have done since 2019.)

The #ParisMarathon on April 12 is still my primary race of next year. But getting into shape to race the HM fast has just moved up my list of priorities.

See you on the starting line.

#running #MastoRunDK #EveryRunHasAPurpose

This was a hard fartlek to start the day with: two minutes of ...

2025-12-03T06:28:06Z

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This was a hard fartlek to start the day with: two minutes of hard running, one of easy, repeated seven times over. This was fun.

Fittingly, my soundtrack was Springsteen:
"And hard times come, hard times go
Hard times come, hard times go
And hard times come, hard times go
Hard times come, hard times go
Hard times come, hard times go
Yeah, just to come again"

Have a good one!

Distance: 6.12k (total: 249.71k)
Pace: 5'01"

#ParisMarathon in 130 days.

#running #MastoRunDK #EveryRunHasAPurpose

I pushed hard to get a fast run in this morning. It worked out ...

2025-12-01T06:46:19Z

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I pushed hard to get a fast run in this morning. It worked out well, though I would have loved to go a little longer.

This was the first run of my new shoes. I still use a pair of Nike Pegasus 41, so I couldn't feel much of a difference. But I know these are an improvement.

It's December 1. Happy Christmas - or what you celebrate. Let's make this a good one without any fear.

Distance: 5.95k (total: 243.59k)
Pace: 5'07"

#ParisMarathon in 132 days.

#running #MastoRunDK #EveryRunHasAPurpose

A nice afternoon run in Elsinore. It was fine, and Kronborg (the ...

2025-11-27T17:10:50Z

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A nice afternoon run in Elsinore. It was fine, and Kronborg (the castle of Hamlet) is impressive.

This was likely the last time I used my pair of pink Nike Pegasus 41s. But they have covered 1,256k, so we literally had a good run.

Distance: 5.99k (total: 237.64k)
Pace: 5'27"

#ParisMarathon in 135 days.

#running #MastoRunDK #EveryRunHasAPurpose

Boy, that escalated quickly. My easy morning run with quite some ...

2025-11-25T07:59:54Z

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Boy, that escalated quickly. My easy morning run with quite some hills in rainy Aarhus turned into stage 40 of #52weeks52halfmarathons. At 10k I just felt like #running far today, and YOLO got the best of me.

This run was heavily #MastoRunDK-supported. Rasmus Grouleff (he/him) (npub1eqy…6flc) suggested Aarhus Ø and Riis Skov as good places to run. jimmyhartington (npub1xjx…aqnk) provided the soundtrack (Radiohead, "The Bends"). Thank you!!

Distance: 21.28k (total: 231.65k)
Pace: 5'49"

#ParisMarathon in 138 days.

As @npub1jmg…x2np says, "commitment is not giving up, it is ...

2025-11-23T07:40:13Z

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As coachbennett (npub1jmg…x2np) says, "commitment is not giving up, it is giving more." This is about running, and this is not about running.

This was a long run through the cold and beautiful dawn. I felt good; this was nice. A big shout-out to the drivers who slowed down when they met this solitary runner in the dark of the countryside.

Stage 39 of #52weeks52halfmarathons.

Distance: 22k (total: 210.37k)
Pace: 5'40"

#ParisMarathon in 140 days.

Edits: typos.

Morning intervals: 8 x 80 secs of various fast paces. Again, ...

2025-11-21T05:58:18Z

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Morning intervals: 8 x 80 secs of various fast paces. Again, mixing things up on speed runs (and in general) was so much fun.

Due to windchill, it felt like -7 celsius out there (this one's for you, Pedro Fernandes (npub1kwd…v6mv)). Cold, but nice and clear.

A minor issue with the #nikerunClub app is that it doesn't count the light running I do between the intervals. It is what it is.

Distance counted: 3.92k (total: 188.37k)
Pace: 5'06"

#ParisMarathon in 142 days.

#running #MastoRunDK #EveryRunHasAPurpose

On a writing retreat with good colleagues, I started the day with ...

2025-11-19T06:31:19Z

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On a writing retreat with good colleagues, I started the day with a run.

This one was technically challenging. The light from my vest reflected in the raindrops on my glasses, making it hard to see were I ran. That combined with some uneven roads made it ... interesting. All in all, this was a run where I collected XP.

Distance: 6.89k (total: 184.45k)
Pace: 5'30"

Edit: pace corrected

#ParisMarathon in 144 days.

An amazing morning run. It was cold (0 degree C), and it was ...

2025-11-16T08:50:24Z

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An amazing morning run. It was cold (0 degree C), and it was pitch black when I started, but over the two hours the sun rose and I got to watch the world wake up. I spotted hares and a flock of geese, a young deer just 10 meters from me.

My free trial of #Runna expires now, and I won't move to a paid subscription. #NikeRunClub is better for me.

Week 38 of #52weeks52halfmarathons.

Distance: 22k (total: 147.56k)
Pace: 5'35"

#ParisMarathon in 147 days.

#running #MastoRunDK #EveryRunHasAPurpose

Intervals. 5 x 1k @ 4.55. Plus 3.5k warm-up and 2.5k cool-down. ...

2025-11-13T06:32:05Z

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Intervals. 5 x 1k @ 4.55. Plus 3.5k warm-up and 2.5k cool-down. This was FUN! And occasionally fast. And hard. But mostly fun.

Have a good one, folks. Let's make it a beautiful day.

Distance: 12.96k (total: 125.56k)
Pace: 5'22"

#ParisMarathon in 150 days.

Edit: reposting this as part of my thread; sorry for the confusion.

#running #MastoRunDK #EveryRunHasAPurpose

An early and easy morning run. It was nice, and I felt good out ...

2025-11-11T05:52:22Z

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An early and easy morning run. It was nice, and I felt good out there. Not much to report, really; it was just a run.

This was the third test run of the #Runna app. I look forward to Thursday, where I'll do intervals, and it'll have to show its true colors.

Distance: 10.6k (total: 112.6k)
Pace: 5'33"

#ParisMarathon in 152 days.

#running #MastoRunDK #EveryRunHasAPurpose

Such a joyful long run this morning. I got to see the sun rise ...

2025-11-07T09:10:00Z

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Such a joyful long run this morning. I got to see the sun rise over the sea, I met my mother and brother (quite a surprise), and I just had a blast out there. This was week 37 of #52weeks52halfmarathons.

I'm still testing the #Runna app, tweaking the settings to best suit my preferences.

Distance: 21.29k (total: 102k)
Pace: 5'31"

#ParisMarathon in 155 days.

#running #MastoRunDK #EveryRunHasAPurpose

A tempo run in the dark of the morning with The War on Drugs as ...

2025-11-06T05:47:04Z

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A tempo run in the dark of the morning with The War on Drugs as my soundtrack. Many runners out there. This was a hard run, and it felt good.

I test the #Runna app these days. The guided runs in #NikeRunClub are gold, but I need something to push me a little further on especially long runs. Maybe this is it..?

Distance: 9.63k (total: 80.71k)
Pace: 5'17"

#ParisMarathon in 157 days. (Runna, ridicuously, projects my finish time to be 3:45:46. LOL!)

#running #MastoRunDK #EveryRunHasAPurpose

Friday was Halloween - and this morning, I went on the ...

2025-11-04T06:06:51Z

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Friday was Halloween - and this morning, I went on the "Spooky Speed Run" with Count Bænnætt (aka coachbennett (npub1jmg…x2np)) in the #NikeRunClub app.

At 1k, in the dark and the quite of our small town, I passed a crowd with torches. I think they were on their way to surprise a friend on his birthday, but with John Carpenter synth in my ears it sure was a little spooky.

#ParisMarathon in T minus 159 days.

Distance: 4.98k (total this cycle: 71.08k)
Pace: 5'16"

#running #MastoRunDK #EveryRunHasAPurpose

I was never really in the zone today, but experience carried me ...

2025-11-02T08:36:05Z

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I was never really in the zone today, but experience carried me through. It was an ok run. This was week 36 of #52weeks52halfmarathons.

More important and impressive, however, my wife is walking a 27k route today ("Amarminoen"). This is a massive undertaking for her, but we will be there to support her and celebrate with a pop-up energy station later.

#ParisMarathon in T minus 161 days.

Distance: 22.35 (total this cycle: 66.1k)
Pace: 5'39"

#running #MastoRunDK #EveryRunHasAPurpose

My daughter wanted to go for a run together (that's a first), ...

2025-11-01T15:17:30Z

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My daughter wanted to go for a run together (that's a first), so we did.

It was quite short.
It was quite slow.
And it was quite amazing to spend time with her this way.

#ParisMarathon in T minus 161 days.

Distance: 2.42k (total this cycle: 43.75k)
Pace: 7'40"

#running #MastoRunDK #EveryRunHasAPurpose

Today, I'm in Oslo, so my morning run had lots of hills. The ...

2025-10-31T08:19:00Z

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Today, I'm in Oslo, so my morning run had lots of hills.

The highlight of the run was listening to https://youtu.be/YzhjTeSz9y4 as I ran through the warm autumn colors and the cold sunrise in the Vigeland Park. It was such a beautiful moment.

#ParisMarathon in T minus 163 days.

Distance: 7.95k (total this cycle: 41.33k)
Pace: 5'29"

#running #MastoRunDK #EveryRunHasAPurpose

My first speed run in ages, I did the "First Fartlek Run" ...

2025-10-28T05:45:28Z

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My first speed run in ages, I did the "First Fartlek Run" with coachbennett (npub1jmg…x2np) in the #NikeRunClub app: 17 minutes of alternating pace to push myself (+ 15 minutes to get home). This was hard but fun.

Let's make today count!

#ParisMarathon in T minus 166 days.

Distance: 6.22k (total this cycle: 33.38k)
Pace: 5'13"

#running #MastoRunDK #EveryRunHasAPurpose

It was a dark and stormy morning, even if the sun soon rose, but ...

2025-10-26T08:06:56Z

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It was a dark and stormy morning, even if the sun soon rose, but I did the long run of this week. The first half was a struggle (because of strong headwinds), so I'll think of it as character-building... Running in the woods, though, was just wonderful.

35/52 of #52weeks52halfmarathons done.

#ParisMarathon in T minus 168 days.

Distance: 22.03k (total this cycle: 27.16k)
Pace: 5'40"

#running #MastoRunDK #EveryRunHasAPurpose

I'm no expert, but it sounds like reducing the amount of ...

2025-10-26T07:57:47Z

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I'm no expert, but it sounds like reducing the amount of training just a bit would be reasonable, indeed. Take care.

🤯 I understand the numbers intellectually, but I cannot wrap ...

2025-10-25T07:20:22Z

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🤯 I understand the numbers intellectually, but I cannot wrap my head around just how much running that really is. Impressive and inspiring. Congratulations.

No need to sugarcoat it: getting my shoes on and getting out the ...

2025-10-24T04:58:05Z

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No need to sugarcoat it: getting my shoes on and getting out the door was hard today. But once I was out there, this was a very nice and quiet morning run.

"I'm movin' through the dark of a long black night
Just movin' with the moon and the light it shines
And I'm thinking of a place and it feels so very real
Just movin' through the dark"

#ParisMarathon in T minus 170 days.

Distance: 5.13k
Pace: 5'28"

#running #MastoRunDK #EveryRunHasAPurpose

I signed up for the Paris Marathon on April 12, 2026. It will be ...

2025-10-24T03:58:22Z

I signed up for the Paris Marathon on April 12, 2026.

It will be my fifth marathon, the first one outside of Scandinavia. This is one of the races I have long wanted to do, and racing it means crossing an item off my bucket list.

My goal is threefold:
- to enjoy the race,
- to finish it, and
- to break 4h 7m (my PR is 4:14:31).

This is what I train for now. Here we go.

#ParisMarathon in T minus 170 days.

A long morning run. The first at sub-zero temperature this season ...

2025-10-19T09:52:18Z

A long morning run. The first at sub-zero temperature this season (only for the first half of the run, though).

34/52 of #52weeks52halfmarathons.

#running #MastoRunDK #EveryRunHasAPurpose

I want to highlight the profound positive impact of the running ...

2025-09-14T14:44:32Z

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I want to highlight the profound positive impact of the running community on this platform. I didn't know I missed it before I found it - but now I cannot imagine doing my hobby without you all. You have, literally, made my life better. Thank you!!

In "real-life", I travel a lot and always bring my running shoes. Meeting and greeting local runners in other cities and countries, often just with a nod or a thumbs-up, has made me feel more welcome everywhere; my "tribe" was already there.

Basically, @npub1h75…xxsz said everything I came here to say, ...

2025-09-14T14:15:19Z

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Basically, Noisette Dor (npub1h75…xxsz) said everything I came here to say, so I can only that. We're here for you. (And what a wonderful old picture.)

Sorry to hear that. Take care, of him but also of yourself. ...

2025-09-10T18:11:58Z

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Sorry to hear that. Take care, of him but also of yourself. You're not alone.

True perfection has to be imperfect. And my race was not perfect ...

2025-09-06T13:29:39Z

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True perfection has to be imperfect.

And my race was not perfect - but I am so happy and proud of how it all played out. I more or less did what I had planned to do, and I crushed my PR.

Full report later.

This is it: Helsingborg Marathon, now. I am ready with just the ...

2025-09-06T07:48:00Z

This is it: Helsingborg Marathon, now.

I am ready with just the right nervous energy. The weather is windy but fine. I feel good. I don't fear the marathon, but I respect it. I look forward to this.

My goal is to enjoy it - and to stay in control all the way. I'd be happy to beat my PR (4:24:28); I think it's realistic, but all bets are off for the last 10k.

I'm runner no. 183. I think you can follow along through https://helsingborgmarathon.se/en/marathon/.

Let's go!!

#running #MastoRunDK #EveryRunHasAPurpose

I participated in the DHL Relays this evening together with some ...

2025-08-26T20:14:52Z

I participated in the DHL Relays this evening together with some good colleagues. I had planned to take it easy and just cover some more ground before the marathon (T minus 10 days) - but I got carried away and soon pushed to run fast. It was not a disciplined decision, and it probably wasn't smart, but I truly enjoyed it.

And I succeeded in doing 10k in less than 50 minutes, which is a big(!) deal for me. My app says 49:56, official timekeeping 49:34.

#running #MastoRunDK #EveryRunHasAPurpose

A wondefully challenging run in one of the most beautiful areas ...

2025-07-27T10:06:06Z

A wondefully challenging run in one of the most beautiful areas of Denmark, namely Mols Bjerge (where my brother lives with his family).

This was 30k with quite some wind and 742 m Elevation Gain - which is basically unheard of in a country as flat as Denmark. It was hard, and I had to fight (and to stop by Molskroen for a glass of water; thank you), but it was great.

Now: birthday celebration! Not mine, though.

#running #MastoRunDK #EveryRunHasAPurpose

A long morning run in what turned out to be headwinds and light ...

2025-07-12T08:48:15Z

A long morning run in what turned out to be headwinds and light rain. I struggled, but I got through it.

Several milestones reached today. 3,000 km covered since April 1, 2023, when I took up #running again. My 299th run in that same period. And it was the 20th consecutive week of doing a half-marathon (or longer).

To infinity and beyond. You've got this.

#running #MastoRunDK #EveryRunHasAPurpose

Ready for #BridgeRun2025, a half marathon from Denmark to Sweden ...

2025-06-15T07:03:38Z

Ready for #BridgeRun2025, a half marathon from Denmark to Sweden across the Øresund bridge. The scene will be spectacular; I count on it to be a very special race.

My form is good. For almost four months, I have run a HM or more each week, so I am ready. But #running on a long bridge means a different kind of exposure to sun and wind.

My HM personal record is 1:52:42. I do not plan to attempt improving that today - but I do plan to enjoy myself!

#running #MastoRunDK #EveryRunHasAPurpose

Yes, I remember suggesting that (and am happy that you liked it). ...

2025-05-26T18:56:02Z

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Yes, I remember suggesting that (and am happy that you liked it). Stegt flæsk is *the* Danish thing to eat, but flæskesteg (pork roast with potatoes and red cabbage) is also a classic. https://opskrifter.coop.dk/opskrifter/flaeskesteg-af-svinekam-med-sproed-svaer-og-traditionelt-tilbehoer-5996

For dessert, "oldfashioned apple cake" (which is not a cake, so the name makes no sense...) is the real deal. https://bentebager.dk/gammeldags-aeblekage-med-makroner/

Velbekomme.

As a Dane, I'm looking forward to seeing what you're ...

2025-05-26T15:43:33Z

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As a Dane, I'm looking forward to seeing what you're getting from Denmark. :-)

"You're still breathing. You can get through this." - ...

2025-05-24T11:22:30Z

"You're still breathing.
You can get through this."
- English Gardner

#running #MastoRunDK #EveryRunHasAPurpose

I did it, indeed, and I am ever so happy with it. Even my ...

2025-05-12T19:16:12Z

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I did it, indeed, and I am ever so happy with it. Even my daughter admits that it was actually “well done”, and that about the highest level of recognition I could hope for.

I finished the Copenhagen Marathon in 4:24:28. This is a new ...

2025-05-12T07:21:23Z

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I finished the Copenhagen Marathon in 4:24:28. This is a new personal record.

This race constitutes a substantial personal victory for me. I had a plan, and I executed it. When I was in trouble, I adapted.

My goal: to cross the starting line ✅
My hope: to enjoy the race and finish ✅
My pipe dream: to beat my personal record (4:38:25) ✅

Today, I feel very good. Proud and grateful. No sore legs. I might even go for a run...

#running #MastoRunDK #EveryRunHasAPurpose #NikeRunClub #Cph42

16/16

When you turn the last corner of the Copenhagen Marathon, it’s ...

2025-05-12T07:17:08Z

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When you turn the last corner of the Copenhagen Marathon, it’s about 0.5km to the finish line. You can see it coming closer, and the support from the crowd is massive.

On the homestretch, I couldn’t help but celebrate. Picking up the pace, cheering the crowd, being completely in control.

This was a victorious, emotional, and almost transcendent moment for me.

Every road I had run had led me here.

#running #MastoRunDK #EveryRunHasAPurpose #NikeRunClub #Cph42

15/x

At around 40.5km, as I turned the corner to Østerbrogade and the ...

2025-05-12T07:15:55Z

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At around 40.5km, as I turned the corner to Østerbrogade and the final stage of the race, I regained control and ran the race I wanted to. Tired, yes, but also energized by the crowd and the fact that I was almost there.

With less that 2km left, I knew I could do this; it’s just the distance from home to my local bakery. I steadily picked up pace, visualizing the final strides, knowing now that I would finish #Cph42 strong.

#running #MastoRunDK #EveryRunHasAPurpose #NikeRunClub

14/x

At around 35km, my stomach began to hurt. Drinking water was a ...

2025-05-12T07:15:06Z

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At around 35km, my stomach began to hurt. Drinking water was a struggle, and energy gels were out of the picture. At some point, I even contemplated “tactical vomiting” to clear my stomach – but I also quickly rejected this horrible idea. For the next kms, I would alternate between #running very slowly and walking. I still knew I would finish, but I was under pressure now.

Things got better. Experience and my mental approach helped me.

#MastoRunDK #EveryRunHasAPurpose #NikeRunClub #Cph42

13/x

Around 30km in, I had to pee. Until now, everything had been ...

2025-05-12T07:13:56Z

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Around 30km in, I had to pee. Until now, everything had been smooth sailing, but of course my legs and feet started feeling sore. Still, the execution of my initial race-plan worked A+.

Finally, by the Royal Theater at 33km, there was a toilet. The logistics of getting to it behind a fence were a bit complicated, however, and this took more time than it should have.

Still, I had a good feeling about everything.

#running #MastoRunDK #EveryRunHasAPurpose #NikeRunClub #Cph42

12/x

Around 5km, my colleague Liisa and her fiancé cheered. At 24km, ...

2025-05-12T07:13:17Z

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Around 5km, my colleague Liisa and her fiancé cheered.

At 24km, someone yelled my name – and there was my wife and daughter!! I knew they would come to Copenhagen to support me, but I didn’t expect them this early. What a wonderful surprise. I got a hug, a kiss, and a peeled orange. It was glorious.

At 28km, they were there again. And again at 34km, where they had a peeled banana ready for me (pic is earlier in the thread).

#running #MastoRunDK #EveryRunHasAPurpose #NikeRunClub #Cph42

11/x

The first half of #Cph42 was a celebration. The crowd was ...

2025-05-12T07:11:57Z

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The first half of #Cph42 was a celebration. The crowd was amazing. Thank you, Copenhagen!

At 19km, a little girl high-fived me and yelled: “I hope you will win!” Now that is the kind of support you dream of, and it gave me a boost.

Only seconds later, I heard her yell the exact same message at another runner. What has the world come to if you cannot trust little girls cheering at marathons? Still, all was good. Steady pace. Onwards.

#running #MastoRunDK #EveryRunHasAPurpose #NikeRunClub

10/x

For the first long stretch of #Cph42, my #running was just as it ...

2025-05-12T07:10:33Z

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For the first long stretch of #Cph42, my #running was just as it should be. Disciplined, my pace on point (6 min/km), my energy intake ran like a clockwork. All according to plan. One stride after another, one song after another in my headphones, one km after another celebrated.

The first 11km, I ran with the 4:20 pacers. But I felt very good and strong (physically and mentally), so I slowly progressed from this group and into the next one.

#MastoRunDK #EveryRunHasAPurpose #NikeRunClub

9/x

I would actively pursue enjoying it and having fun through ...

2025-05-12T07:09:43Z

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I would actively pursue enjoying it and having fun through #Cph42. Long runs are hard, but a positive attitude goes a long way as for the mental game.

So whenever a kid held out her/his hand, I would high-five it. I would fist-bump and celebrate every km passed. I would thank the volunteers who handed out water. I would salute the people in the crowds. I would smile and laugh.

All of this came naturally. I had a blast out there.

#running #MastoRunDK #EveryRunHasAPurpose #NikeRunClub

8/x

Yesterday, I ran the Copenhagen Marathon, #Cph42. It was my third ...

2025-05-12T07:08:49Z

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Yesterday, I ran the Copenhagen Marathon, #Cph42.

It was my third marathon (after #running two last year). I knew I could do this.

My race-plan was to aim for a consistent pace of around 6min/km, knowing I would likely not be able to keep it up through the entire race. But I would go as far as I could, then take it from there. I would stock up on energy with a gel every 5km and have water or an energy drink at each depot.

#MastoRunDK #EveryRunHasAPurpose #NikeRunClub

7/x

BOOM!! Copenhagen Marathon done and conquered! The short story: ...

2025-05-11T14:44:51Z

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BOOM!! Copenhagen Marathon done and conquered!

The short story: almost all of the race, I was in full control and executed my plan A+; then I had some kms with stomach issues that obviously slowed me down and they were hard; then I overcame it and finished strong. Overall, I truly enjoyed it, and I am most happy, content, and proud of what I just achieved.

I also set a new PR: 4:26:28.

The longer story comes later.

#Cph42 #running #MastoRunDK #EveryRunHasAPurpose #NikeRunClub

6/x

Here we go. #Cph42 #running #MastoRunDK #EveryRunHasAPurpose ...

2025-05-11T07:30:07Z

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Here we go.

#Cph42 #running #MastoRunDK #EveryRunHasAPurpose #NikeRunClub

5/x

Q: What did it take to get to the starting line of #Cph42? A: ...

2025-05-11T06:25:39Z

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Q: What did it take to get to the starting line of #Cph42?
A: Showing up consistently and a support system.

First, according to the statistics of the #NikeRunClub app, I have covered 546 km in around 55 hours since I started my 18-weeks training plan. I was in fair shape before that.

Second, I have received an insane amount of support, not least from my patient family and from the #running community here. You know who you are. Thank. You. So. Much!!!

#MastoRunDK #EveryRunHasAPurpose

4/x

#Cph42 is of course a good occasion for mentioning that this ...

2025-05-11T05:56:25Z

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#Cph42 is of course a good occasion for mentioning that this month, I run to raise awareness and funding for the Danish Mulitple Sclerosis Society and research into the illness.

https://stoet.scleroseforeningen.dk/indsamlinger/aske-loeber-19146-km-for-sclerose-forskning (in Danish, but everyone can donate)

#running #MastoRunDK #EveryRunHasAPurpose #NikeRunClub

3/x

For the nerds, here is (some of) my gear and stuff for #Cph42. ...

2025-05-11T05:47:47Z

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For the nerds, here is (some of) my gear and stuff for #Cph42.

Shoes: Nike Pegasus 41
Watch: Casio F-91W
Headphones: Shockz OpenPro Run
Energy: a High5 gel every 5k (mainly citrus and berry flavored)
Guidance: coachbennett (npub1jmg…x2np)'s Marathon Race guided run in the #NikeRunClub app
Music: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6CFyV5lLYoYQEEnmvGlUuY?si=boCDtVBwTqmyCBmlgZyRGQ - The War on Drugs "Nothing to Find" and "Red Eyes" (both studio and live) are instant boosts of energy :-)

#running #MastoRunDK #EveryRunHasAPurpose

2/x

Today, I run the Copenhagen Marathon (#Cph42). I've looked ...

2025-05-11T05:20:10Z

Today, I run the Copenhagen Marathon (#Cph42). I've looked forward to this since September.

My goal: to cross the starting line
My hope: to enjoy the race and finish
My pipe dream: to beat my personal record (4:38:25)

I think a new PR is realistic, but all bets are off for the last 10k... I don't fear the marathon, but I do respect it.

I'm runner no. 1624. You can follow along through https://copenhagenmarathon.dk/en/ or the app.

#running #MastoRunDK #EveryRunHasAPurpose #NikeRunClub

1/x

Thank you, Sebastian. Much appreciated. I try to do my best and ...

2025-05-01T10:09:48Z

In reply to nevent1q…dcf9
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Thank you, Sebastian. Much appreciated. I try to do my best and help where I can.

#EveryRunHasAPurpose - and this May, my runs even more so. This ...

2025-05-01T10:00:27Z

#EveryRunHasAPurpose - and this May, my runs even more so.

This month, I run to raise awareness and support the Danish Multiple Sclerosis Society. There are 19,146 persons in Denmark that live with Multiple Sclerosis, and my brother is one of them. I see how much good the Society does. So my goal is to raise 1,914 DKK and run 191.46 km.

https://stoet.scleroseforeningen.dk/indsamlinger/aske-loeber-19146-km-for-sclerose-forskning (in Danish, sorry)

Current status:
441.41/1,914 DKK
21.31/191.46km

#running #MastoRunDK

I awakened to the cry that the people have the power to redeem ...

2025-04-28T15:46:27Z

I awakened to the cry
that the people have the power
to redeem the work of fools
upon the meek the graces shower
it's decreed the people rule

#Cph42 in T minus 12 days.

#running #MastoRunDK #EveryRunHasAPurpose #NikeRunClub

New shoes! #Cph42 in T minus 46 days. #running #MastoRunDK ...

2025-03-26T06:15:03Z

New shoes!

#Cph42 in T minus 46 days.

#running #MastoRunDK #EveryRunHasAPurpose

"Always - be honest with yourself." (- @npub1jmg…x2np ) ...

2025-03-09T12:29:24Z

"Always - be honest with yourself." (- coachbennett (npub1jmg…x2np) )

This is about running.
This is not about running.

Second half-marathon this year. #Cph42 in T minus 62 days.

#running #MastoRunDK #EveryRunHasAPurpose

This year has been my best ever in terms of running. It is truly ...

2024-12-29T13:57:42Z

In reply to nevent1q…h5tm
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This year has been my best ever in terms of running. It is truly a part of my everyday now, not something I struggle to find motivation for. A hobby and a habit, bot a chore. I am definitely going to keep that up!

Slowly getting back into training -for-a-marathon mode with a ...

2024-12-29T11:11:26Z

Slowly getting back into training -for-a-marathon mode with a nice long run. Wifey and junior raced along (on bikes) for a little while, then decided it was more fun to go home and play Nintendo.

With this run, I reached 1,234 km this year (this one is for you, Vicomte Folmer af Helvede (npub1wru…wm0m)). Only one more run in 2024: Champagnegaloppen (10k) in T minus two days.

#running #MastoRunDK #EveryRunHasAPurpose

Same here. I had honestly not thought we would have to fight ...

2024-11-09T13:57:43Z

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Same here. I had honestly not thought we would have to fight fascism (again) in my lifetime, and now the call is coming from inside the house. Take care.

WTL (npub179e…6tg2) Federico Hernandez (npub120q…r9jk) Pedro Fernandes (npub1kwd…v6mv)

A good long run with time to think. There is a light and it never ...

2024-11-09T08:24:43Z

A good long run with time to think.

There is a light and it never goes out.

#running #MastoRunDK #EveryRunHasAPurpose

VICTORY!!! Today, I conquered the Copenhagen Half-Marathon. Only ...

2024-09-15T11:26:10Z

VICTORY!!!

Today, I conquered the Copenhagen Half-Marathon. Only eight days after Arrakis Marathon (see earlier posts), I managed to cut 15 seconds off my old PR, feel in control the whole time, and have a blast. This was close to a perfect race for me. This is what #running is (also) about.

Apologies for the bragging (sorry, not sorry), but this really feels like a major accomplish, and I am most content.

Thank you for the support, everyone!

#MastoRunDK #EveryRunHasAPurpose #cphhalf

That looks nice. I'll look closer at it. Thanks.

2024-09-11T17:28:46Z

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That looks nice. I'll look closer at it. Thanks.

A question for the #running community/the #RunnersOfMastodon: So, ...

2024-09-11T13:51:43Z

A question for the #running community/the #RunnersOfMastodon:

So, my headset did not survive the Helsingborg Marathon. That is okay; it was never very good, tbt. But it means that I need to get something new.

(AirPods and similar "in-ear only" headsets are no-go. I lose them the moment I start running. There must be something tgat keeps it in place.)

What can you recommend?

Thanks in advance.