| What's your full embarrassing name? |
Michael John Bell. |
| Married, or are you young, free and single and like to mingle? |
Married. |
| Where do you live? |
Burridge. |
| Do you work or stay at home? |
I am a photographer working from home with my wife. |
| How long have you been a member at Stubbington? |
Since 1989. |
| Can you remember your first race? |
Yep, it was the Gosport 10k and it was a warm sunny day. |
| How often do you bother to go training? |
Four times a week. |
| What is your favourite training run? |
Almost anywhere away from traffic - not too keen on swimming though Chris! |
| What was your best ever race? |
The Victory 5 in 1995, it is the only race that I have averaged sub 6 minute miling. |
| And what was your worst or most embarrassing race? |
The Gosport 10k again and I was overtaken by a speed walker in the last half mile! |
| Do you have a pre-race ritual? |
Toast & honey approx 4 hours before race, arrive early, warm up, pee, race - and preferably in that order! |
| What is the best piece of gear you have bought? |
Long sleeved Helly Hansen - great for those cold winter runs. |
| Worst piece of gear? |
Gortex jacket. |
| Why do you run when you could be sat at home watching EastEnders? |
No contest! |
| What does she/he who must be obeyed think about your running? |
I always have the last word - "Yes, as soon as I get back from the run dear!". |
| What is the one piece of advice you would give to any new runner? |
Just enjoy it. If running becomes a chore, stay in and watch EastEnders! |
