Don’t Forget Your Gels

How to Run 100 Half Marathons: Tips, Motivation & Challenges

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Andrew Ogierman reached an incredible milestone by running his 100th half marathon at the London Landmarks Half Marathon—and his running journey doesn’t stop there. From 14 full marathons to a Captain Tom-style virtual marathon during COVID, Andrew has experienced some truly unforgettable races and traveled to amazing destinations along the way. In this episode, he shares his running tips, inspirational stories, and insights for half marathon and marathon runners, making it a must-listen for anyone looking to push their limits and celebrate the joy of running.

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Keywords
 
running, half marathon, fundraising, race experiences, Andrew Ogierman, running journey, charity, COVID impact, travel, memorable moments
 
Summary
 
In this episode of the Runners Stories podcast, Tim Rogers interviews Andrew Ogierman, who is about to complete his 100th half marathon. Andrew shares his journey from his first race at the Great North Run in 2001 to his experiences in various major and smaller races around the world. He discusses the charm of smaller races, the impact of COVID on running events, and his shift in focus from time to enjoyment in running. Andrew also highlights his fundraising efforts for Thames Valley Air Ambulance and the importance of personal connections in charity work. The conversation concludes with reflections on future goals and the significance of community engagement in running.
 
Takeaways
  • Andrew is about to complete his 100th half marathon.
  • His first race was the Great North Run in 2001.
  • He finds the half marathon to be a magical distance.
  • Smaller races offer a unique and intimate experience.
  • He raised £2,300 by running a marathon in his garden during COVID.
  • Andrew aims to give back to Thames Valley Air Ambulance.
  • He has a range of personal bests in the two-hour mark.
  • He didn't join a running club until mid-2004.
  • The London Marathon is becoming increasingly popular.
  • Persistence is key in fundraising efforts.
    • Titles
    • Running Towards 100: Andrew's Journey
    • The Half Marathon Experience: A Personal Story
    • From Great North to Global: Andrew's Race Adventures
    • The Beauty of Smaller Races in Running
      • Sound Bites
      • "I'm about to do my 100th half marathon."
      • "I did the Great North Run in 2001."
      • "The half is a magical distance for average athletes."
      • "I have a whole host of times in the two hour range."
      • "I didn't join a running club until mid 2004."
      • "I raised £2,300 running a marathon in my garden."
      • "I want to give back to Thames Valley Air Ambulance."
      • "You have to be persistent in fundraising."
        • Chapters
         
        00:00 Introduction to Andrew's Running Journey
        02:50 Experiences in Major Races
        05:57 The Charm of Smaller Races
        09:04 Traveling for Races: A Global Perspective
        11:57 Memorable Moments and Lessons Learned
        14:54 The Shift in Focus: From Time to Enjoyment
        18:05 Fundraising and Personal Connections
        20:59 The Impact of COVID on Running Events
        23:50 Future Goals and Aspirations
        27:13 Charity Work and Community Engagement
        30:09 Final Thoughts and Reflections
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