The attached article was written by one of the all time greats in distance running (Steve Cram) about a man who is the ''Ian Thorpe'' of the athletics track.

I work as a Computer Trainer (software applications), live at Spring Hill and have lived in Brisbane since October 2005 and joined the Pat Carroll running group in November 2005.

My favourite restaurant is Brisbane Yum Cha, because the service is good and friendly, and the food tastes good.

My earliest childhood memory aged about four is falling head first down some slippery steps in a local park whilst playing with my dad. (luckily I only needed about 6 stitches on my forehead)

Now that I have a 3 year old son I need to set the example as the adult, even though he sometimes thinks he’s the adult.

My favourite movie is probably one with Stallone in it, such as Rambo or the Rocky series. Recently I’ve watched Monsters, Inc., Finding Nemo and the Incredibles quite a few times.

Brisbane City is a great place to live because I can now attend Pat’s sessions and there are numerous running groups close by. It’s also handy to work, and not as hot or cold as Ipswich.

My regular holiday destination is nowhere (I don’t go anywhere for my holidays. I’m quite happy to relax around home). Although in the past Mooloolaba was great to visit, while at the same time watching the Triathlon.

If money was no option I would not change much for myself personally. I’m a very simple person who enjoys spending time with my wife and my little boy Joshua.

It frustrates me when I hear other runners complaining about having to run “another lap” or so. If they really don’t like it, they should take up tennis or something.

I have been involved in running since March 2004 and my most memorable running experience is turning up for a 5K race in Ipswich, but then driving back home. (At the time I didn’t think I would make the distance).

I enjoy distance running because of the “lasting high feeling” you get until the next run.

My favourite run is any run with the “Pat Carrollers” and also Brisbane Running Buddies. The friendly and supportive atmosphere is fantastic.

Motivation is something that comes from within, and I have plenty of.

Injuries are something I have experienced very recently, probably because I wanted to do “too much too soon” etc. Like other things in life I will learn from it and be better in the future.

The birth of my son Joshua was a turning point in my life because when you are 39 years old and you haven’t had kids before your life changes dramatically. (I haven’t had a good nights sleep for just over 3 years, although this makes getting up in the morning easier, because I’m already awake).

The Pat Carroll running group are a great bunch of motivated people who make running all the more fun.

I prefer running in Brisbane because Ipswich is too hot!!

Running is not difficult but can be very challenging.

The best advice somebody once gave me was never look back. (This is also very true with running)

Back in the 80’s Grant Kenny inspired me and more recently a mate of mine who started competing in Ironman events at aged 54 (when things are getting tough for me, I think of how hard it is for him). I will try not to regret anything because good or bad, life goes on.

I will post your Gold Coast 2006 Goal on my site as well as on a board which will be displayed at the group sessions.

I encourage you to accept the challenge.

Please get out your diaries, your PATHWAY to success will involve these important dates.

Go Tori!

Tue 21st: 14min of Fartlek

Thurs 22nd: 6 x 2min, 30sec JR

Possibly you (or your company) would enjoy being a PCRG 'Countdown to Gold Coast' 2006 sponsor.

There are also opportunities available to be a naming rights sponsor for a PCRG post training session breakfast and/or a PCRG seminar.

The Brisbane Running Buddies and the Regatta Runners are running from The Regatta Hotel at Toowong this Saturday (18th Mar) starting at 6am.

All welcome.

Contact tfabian@bigpond.net.au if further details are required.

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I managed to get a good deal on some Mizuno clothing so I am happy to reduce the usual cost of the singlets etc.

If purchased at training:

Singlets $35, T Shirts/Crop Tops and Bra Tops $40

I also have some men’s and ladies running shorts at a cost of $35

You are welcome to take any item home to try before you buy.

The Canberra Marathon could be your first major goal in 2006.

Thank you to pb sports nutriton for your ongoing support in providing product which is used at the group sessions.

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If you fail to follow a sensible diet your body will not gain full benefit from all of those enjoyable and challenging runs and you won't recover as well as you possibly could.

Kerith Duncanson is an accredited dietician as well as a former International class runner. An online dietary assessment by Kerith may assist you to achieve your goal.

Kerith offers 20% off her advertised fees to any runners involved with me through online coaching or any runner who is a regular member of PCRG.

You can purchase your Fuel Belt from INTRAINING.

The Brisbane Marathon/Half Marathon and 10k is the first event noted on our 'Countdown to Gold Coast' pathway.