The Veterans Athletic Club Cross Country Championships took place on a chilly, overcast day at Wimbledon Common on 18.01.2025, attracting 73 athletes eager to test their endurance on the challenging two-lap course. Despite the cold conditions, the event was dry, with only a hint of mud underfoot. Among the standout performers was Lynn Wilson, an […]
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ESM at the Metropolitan Lea...
On 11th January 2025, ESM’s athletes braved the unusually sunny weather at the Stanborough Park Cross Country race in Welwyn Garden City. Now, we all know that cross-country races in January typically involve soggy, muddy tracks, with runners ending the race looking like they’ve had an encounter with a swamp. But not this time. In […]
A Coach, Organiser, and Lea...
Shona Cowper is a dedicated runner and an exceptional coach who has made a lasting impact on ESM. Every Wednesday night, she leads training sessions with unwavering enthusiasm and professionalism, ensuring that no one slacks off. Her attention to detail is reflected in her structured routines, including the warm-up drill known as the ‘grapevine’—which, if […]