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The whole is far greater than the sum of its parts…….

Posted on April 14, 2011 by Mark Lyons

The whole is far greater than the sum of its parts……. A quick recap…… 6 months ago I had an idea to enter a world famous race called “The Marathon Des Sable”, just an idea, I then emailed for info … Continue reading →

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Marathon Des Sables – Day five update

Posted on April 8, 2011 by Mark Lyons

      I made it through another day , 42m 50 degree heat, peole were dropping like flys , it was horrendous ,my feet have swollen up and I’m in incredible pain but I’m fightng my way to the … Continue reading →

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Marathon Des Sables – Day Four Update

Posted on April 7, 2011 by Mark Lyons

Thanks for all the email, I really really appreciate them, I’m suffering badly with blistered feet and the going is so tough, I’m suffering more than I ever have before but I will keep going. Sorry I couldn’t get an … Continue reading →

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Marathon Des Sables – Day Two Report

Posted on April 5, 2011 by Mark Lyons

Day two report Day two went well, Long ardous desert plains briken up with dunes and soft energy sapping sand. I was exhausted after mile 13 but kept up the run. Had to spend 45mins at the checkpoint to fix … Continue reading →

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