Issue Two
Think of the last time you tried something new. Why did you try it? This issue of Serpentimes covers first experiences of all sorts from the first time stepping into the world of triathlon to taking on the Marathon des Sables as a relatively new runner. We hope you enjoy the writing and that the pieces give you inspiration for something new to try yourself… More
Tri-ath-lete: “A person who doesn’t understand that one sport is hard enough”
Clare was not a runner in 2014 and hadn’t ridden a bike since she was five. So how is she finding the Serpentine Novice Triathlon Squad?
Adventure Calling: European Trail-Ultra Roundup
Running is not all about tarmac. Adventurous Serpies report back from their exploits on the trails and mountains of Europe
Serpentine Unwound – The Origins of Our Running Club
We explore the history of Serpentine Running Club and how the London Marathon inspired the club we love today
Life in the Fast Lane
Diana Valk talks to two of our fastest Serpies, Sarah Pemberton and Glenn Hughes, about training, motiviation and their goals for 2016
The Importance of Mindset – Lessons from the Sahara
Six years ago Nisha Harish was a member of Sid’s beginners group. Now she has taken on the Marathon des Sables
Serpies Spring into Action for the London Marathon
Daisy explores why the Spring marathon training groups have proved so popular and how they are benefitting those taking on 26.2 miles
Serpie Travels: Brussels and Guam
A Serpie trip to the Brussels half marathon and a far flung journey to Guam are our destinations this issue
Like the Wind
Simon explains why he and his wife were drawn to taking the risk of launching the excellent new printed running magazine “Like the Wind"
Why I’m Hooked on the Run-Commute
Phil Bradburn lives in the countryside and travels to work in London, but found a way to try out run-commuting. He gives his top tips
Run, Write, Read
Three Serpies review inspiring running books by Charlie Spedding, James Adams, Andy Holgate and John L. Parker.