Swindon Lives: Ian Joseph - Half Marathon Special

This special Half Marathon Swindon Lives feature focuses on Ian Joseph, as she prepares to run the Swindon Half Marathon.

How many times have you run the Swindon Half Marathon?

1.

What’s your Swindon Half PB and what time are you going for this year?

1.58 & 2.30 (as running with partner)

Which Olympic athlete has inspired you the most?

Bradley Wiggins

Are there any other sporting hobbies you enjoy in your spare time? 

5 a-side football.

Are you running for a charity? If so which one and why?

No.

What advice would you give to other people training for a half marathon?

Train at least 3 times a week alternating longer and shorter runs, building up by a mile or 2 at a time.

How many days a week do you train? 

4

Do you run with any local running/fitness clubs?

Les Slinns Allstars.

Where’s your favourite place to run in and around Swindon?

West Swindon, near the park, Peatmoor and the cycle/rail track.

How will you celebrate completing the Swindon Half Marathon?

Pizza Hut.