mark hysted

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  • i am a runner

    Starting running again from scratch, aiming for 10km by September 2026. New trainers, a new Apple Watch, and the question: am I actually a runner yet?


  • dry september – an early finish

    I did start my dry September experiment slightly early and that might justify an early finish, but to be honest that wouldn’t be telling all of the story.


  • dry september – an early start

    January has always seemed to be the worst month to stop drinking alcohol. Cold weather, short days and the excitement of Christmas a distant memory. We do dry September instead.


  • oh no, glasses

    It has finally happened. I didn’t quite get to 50 years old and I’m having to wear glasses for reading and screen work as my eyes have finally given in.