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PostsNamib Race (2018) blog posts from Kevin Brownsey
04 May 2018 07:16 am (GMT+01:00) Sarajevo, Skopje, Warsaw, Zagreb
Dear all
Sadly, day 5 didn't start well for me. My sodium levels were low yeserday evening and I
03 May 2018 10:11 am (GMT+01:00) Sarajevo, Skopje, Warsaw, Zagreb
Dear friends and family
Yesterday was a another tough old day. I made an error by going off too fast and the temperature rose to over 40 degrees by 9.30am. By checkpoint 5 (44 kms) I was a bit dehydrated and stayed to recover. I completed the final 40 kms with Samantha and we trekked through the night, finally arriving back at camp at 3am.The terrain was very rough today, my feet are battered! The night sky was spectacular and I could almost touch the stars. I couldn
Comments: Total (13) comments
Bogi Gabrovic
Posted On: 04 May 2018 06:35 pm
Can not wait to hear stories from your journey- mental, body, mind journey though all those days of running. Great job! Last push and you there !!!
Bogi Gabrovic
Posted On: 04 May 2018 06:35 pm
Can not wait to hear stories from your journey- mental, body, mind journey though all those days of running. Great job! Last push and you there !!!
Bogi Gabrovic
Posted On: 04 May 2018 06:35 pm
Can not wait to hear stories from your journey- mental, body, mind journey though all those days of running. Great job! Last push and you there !!!
Karen Pearson
Posted On: 04 May 2018 04:59 pm
Wow!! You are such an amazing man with determination and resilience!! Keep going what an achievement - everyone is rooting for you.....Well done KJB!! Xx
Karen Pearson
Posted On: 04 May 2018 04:56 pm
You are one amazing man! Incredible determination and resisilence, everyone is so proud of you - keep going - Just think of the achievement. Well done KJB!! X
Joan Imrie
Posted On: 04 May 2018 10:06 am
You are brilliant Kev an inspiration to us all. Keep going, you can do this, nearly there. What an achievement, we are all so very proud of you. Pushing you on. Tons of love Aunty Bone and Uncle Andy xxxx
Philip Brownsey
Posted On: 04 May 2018 09:36 am
Hi Kev
Rooting for you. Keep going.
Love
Dad and Jane
Margaret Powell
Posted On: 04 May 2018 08:54 am
It was so good to read your blog Kevin. You should be so proud at your achievements. It was about the journey and not the time it took. You made good decisions to rest, rehydrate and trek at nighttime when it was cooler and great that you had the opportunity to see a fantastic star laden sky and were able to trek with a fellow participant. By the time you read this the end of the adventure will be in sight and you’ll marvel at how you have triumphed in adversity ! Lots of love xxxxxxxB + M
Emily Brownsey
Posted On: 04 May 2018 08:42 am
Dad im just so proud. You're so close to the end, just this last final push! We're all behind you. There have been some fantastic photos of stage 4 of you! And I did get the card this morning - it's fantastic haha. Can't wait to see you! emi xxx
Richard and Kathy Engel
Posted On: 04 May 2018 08:08 am
Fantastic job Kevin! You inspire us all. Take it slow and easy and you will accomplish your goal... One step at a time!
What a memorable experience which took great courage to pursue . All the best with this and many others to follow. Here is to safe adventures in the desert. Return safely home!
Phil Honey
Posted On: 04 May 2018 06:42 am
Your new home in England awaits your arrival.
It is beautiful here.
Keep up the good work.
Geoff Fitzgerald
Posted On: 04 May 2018 06:37 am
Great to hear you're in the land of the living - you're obviously battered and bruised but still sounding positive... awesome is often overused but not in this case!!! Enjoy your rest day and best wishes for the next stage!
Kevin & Sally Waddell
Posted On: 04 May 2018 03:30 am
AMAZING!!! Wish we could be there to see it and give you a well-deserved pat on the back (and a pint!). Keep going, keep strong. We're cheering from over here in Portland, Oregon. Great job, you crazy man!!!!
01 May 2018 11:35 am (GMT+01:00) Sarajevo, Skopje, Warsaw, Zagreb
After the euphoria of stage 2 I "died" in the desert today. Placed 39th
Comments: Total (34) comments
Jen Powell
Posted On: 03 May 2018 09:16 pm
We really are at a loss for words, Kev. How on earth did you manage to pull all your strength and energy into that double whammy of back to back marathons. You are almost at the finishing line now, so a massive well done you have done a magnificent job. Sleep tight & all the very best of luck tomorrow. XXXXX
Kay Brownsey
Posted On: 03 May 2018 08:26 pm
18 hours foe the long march I'm in awe of you Kev! Youve developed super human powers and you make it look easy in the photos!!
Eat, sleep, hydrate , repeat for the last long stretch. The finishing line is in sight now. Enjoy every step of the way.
Sleep well and all the best for tomorrow. Nite x
Stewart Regan
Posted On: 03 May 2018 08:06 pm
Last message hasn’t emerged yet so I’ll try again. I can’t begin to imagine how you’re feeling right now Kev, you must be in agony. Time to dig deep and summon every ounce of determination you can find. Keep going and keep ticking off those kilometres in your mind. Count them down ... it’ll be over soon. Well done mate, huge respect!
James Brownsey
Posted On: 03 May 2018 04:30 pm
Beginning to question if you’re human uncle Kevin! Putting your body through so much for a cause you clearly believe in is truly inspirational. Keep up the good work and finish strong! James
Nicole Gamble
Posted On: 03 May 2018 03:55 pm
Kevin, we have been following your amazing accomplishments and cheering you on. You are a warrior! We hope you have nothing but R & R ahead of you in the coming couple of weeks. And massages. Oh, and wine. Thanks for the incredible running inspiration!
Margaret Powell
Posted On: 03 May 2018 01:27 pm
Really impressed with your commitment, persistence and endurance in this latest stage, you look good in the photo onsite as well! Last laps now, good luck! Well done Kev, Brian and Margaret x
Greg Nicol
Posted On: 03 May 2018 12:47 pm
Amazing!! That was one tough tough stage! 18 hours! Sounds brutal. You have my total respect mr brownsey. That has to be a case. Of mind over matter! After that anything is possible ! Dread to think what your feet look like! Well done mate keep going you are one tough hombre! G
Martin Brownsey
Posted On: 03 May 2018 12:27 pm
What took you? - seriously bud there no words even Oscar Wilde would struggle - Hopefully you can be re-built in time for tomorrow but just remember 'By Endurance we conquer'
Markus Raunig
Posted On: 03 May 2018 11:34 am
Dear Kevin keep on playing rock and roll in the dessert you will make it!!! Be carefull and listen catefully to your young but tired body!!! Keep on living your dream it is worth is best Markus
Natasha Schön
Posted On: 03 May 2018 11:09 am
WOW! Great effort Kevin! Just one more leg to go. We are following your every step :)
Geoff Fitzgerald
Posted On: 03 May 2018 10:18 am
Kev - 18 hours on stage 4. I absolutely feel for you - but can never understand what it was like... Bloody awesome! Hope you've got the energy for the last 2 stages - willing you on. XXX
Susan Imrie
Posted On: 03 May 2018 09:34 am
I am in complete awe of what you're doing, you're a superstar, keep going! Sending you lots of good luck and love xx
Teresa Surdeau
Posted On: 03 May 2018 08:05 am
Kevin
What an amazing achievement. Almost there so keep going. Well done to you
Joan Imrie
Posted On: 03 May 2018 07:48 am
Hi Kev, hope yesterday wasn’t too gruelling and the back, feet etc aren’t screaming too loud. Enjoy the rest today, ready to start fresh tomorrow. What you have already achieved is mind blowing amazing. We are so incredibly proud of you. Stay safe. Lots of love and hugs Aunty Bone and Uncle Andy. xoxo
Geoff Fitzgerald
Posted On: 03 May 2018 07:44 am
Hey Kev, Kay tells me you're in after the huge stage 4 day/nighter - that is just monumental!!! Body and mind must but hurting so much - but firstly, stay safe! Awesome achievement already.
John Gabrovic
Posted On: 03 May 2018 06:48 am
Kev - listen to your body, my friend. You have accomplished so much on this amazing journey. Make it memorable!
Caroline Houseman
Posted On: 03 May 2018 06:14 am
You are a total inspiration Kevin!!! What an incredible challenge you've set yourself. Pete and I are following your blog and Kay's updates. We can't quite believe what you're doing but it's a fabulous experience. Just put one foot in front of the other (haha good advice!!!) and you'll smash this. Go lad!!!! The end's in sight. Lots of love C&P xxxx
Monique Stolwijk
Posted On: 02 May 2018 08:41 pm
Dear Kevin, I'm so impressed! I admire your dedication and wish you all your strength to complete tbis ultimate challenge! Good luck! And whatever happens I will be proud of you!
Tatiana Schon
Posted On: 02 May 2018 08:31 pm
Dear Kev! You are my new hero. Most amazing what you are accomplishing. We biked all the tulip fields of Holland with our fingers crossed and thoughts with you! Keep it up. Tatiana xxx
Kay Brownsey
Posted On: 02 May 2018 08:25 pm
@Martin..yes he has a rest tomorrow as they wait for everyone to finish. But there is a cut off time of 12 noon and those not at the checkpoint by then are disqualified!
I' m frequently refreshing the page for news..couple of glasses of wine has helped!
Wishing you a safe return to camp with minimal blister count . You're efforts have been AMAZING Kevin..you have been a machine. Stay safe x
Martin Brownsey
Posted On: 02 May 2018 07:09 pm
Not sure (8pm BST) where you are at this precise moment but hopefully you are soldiering on - Based on my calculations if you keep going and not sleep then you might complete this stage in 15 hours ((11pm your time) - it sounds crazy and it is. After yesterday we are all concerned for your general well being so fingers crossed you complete this stage and that will be 206 km in the bag - Can you rest up tomorrow?
Eden Nicol
Posted On: 02 May 2018 06:22 pm
Very inspiring godfather! We’re all rooting for you and know you can do it! Lots of respect and love xxx
Dick Stolwijk
Posted On: 02 May 2018 05:33 pm
Hi Kevin. You do so well , something to be proud of . Go on, you are almost there.
Margaret Powell
Posted On: 02 May 2018 12:34 pm
Remember what they say “the greater the pain, the greater the gain.” You are hero to all who know and love you, just get to the end on one piece. Your children and Kay have given you great advice, stick with it.
Love M+B
Matt Brownsey
Posted On: 02 May 2018 09:59 am
Go Dad! Take your time and break it down into chunks! You're surpassing everything you think you're capable of, keep inspiring!!
Geoff Fitzgerald
Posted On: 02 May 2018 09:44 am
Hey Kev - just the very best of luck from the Fitz's. Try and hang in there with your buddy Steve, sounds like you'll definitely need each other for support. Remember how much you've achieved so far, remember the monies you've raised and keep your chin (and nose) held high!!! XXX
Bev Nicol
Posted On: 02 May 2018 09:36 am
Kev youre amazing! Hope blisters aren’t troubling you.
Tough day today but might make tomorrow seem a breeze. ...
xxx
Kay Brownsey
Posted On: 02 May 2018 07:18 am
Remember it takes as long as it takes...you just need to do this safely and listen to your body. Sounds like you are and we're very grateful for that. I'm reassured by the fact today is another day and you will focus on the long March and use your team mates as a crutch if necessary or you for them. Wishing that you hit more comforatble terrian today and that the sticks come out to ease you through some tough patches. I've read you've started earlier so some cooler temperatures to gets some kms under your belt. Keep focused, keep going and be proud with every step you take. You command total respect for this xx
Kay Brownsey
Posted On: 02 May 2018 07:18 am
Remember it takes as long as it takes...you just need to do this safely and listen to your body. Sounds like you are and we're very grateful for that. I'm reassured by the fact today is another day and you will focus on the long March and use your team mates as a crutch if necessary or you for them. Wishing that you hit more comforatble terrian today and that the sticks come out to ease you through some tough patches. I've read you've started earlier so some cooler temperatures to gets some kms under your belt. Keep focused, keep going and be proud with every step you take. You command total respect for this xx
Jen Powell
Posted On: 02 May 2018 06:39 am
I can feel that you are cross with yourself about how you did in phase 3, but you have done an amazing job. Don’t you dare put yourself down, just because you didn’t do as well as phase 2. Sounds like you have great support from other runners, so use them too. So proud of you Kev, & all the very best of luck today we love you loads, me & Uncle Andy xxxxx
Joan Imrie
Posted On: 02 May 2018 06:29 am
Hopefully yesterday was the toughest day and today will be easier. Fingers crossed. We all love you Kev, just stay strong and do your best. Incredibly proud of you. Lots of love, Aunty Bone and Uncle Andy xx
Gail and Terry Briwne
Posted On: 02 May 2018 12:51 am
We hear your pain but know that you have done the training. You are amazing. Whatever the days bring, enjoy the journey. We are so very proud to what you are doing and to have known and shared so many special times in Warsaw. Your are already a winner in our eyes. Xxx
Katy Koppanyi
Posted On: 02 May 2018 12:02 am
Dear Kevin,
GO Man GO. So awestruck by this tremendous experience you have embraced. I wish you well in the next stage. Pulling for you from Virginia, USA.
Katy
Emily Brownsey
Posted On: 01 May 2018 11:43 pm
So glad you have people around you to support you dad! 3 marathons down, 3 more to go and then a cheeky 7km cool down. You are mentally and physically able to take on this challenge tomorrow and give just give it your best shot. Remember when we did our trek in England and we had all the blisters? You can beat them again! You don't understand just how proud I am dad. You're such an inspiration. I miss you so much. Keep that factor 50 on.
love, emi xx
30 April 2018 11:49 am (GMT+01:00) Sarajevo, Skopje, Warsaw, Zagreb
Dear all
Stage 2 was brilliant today! About an hour faster and feel better than yesterday. Only problem is blisters under the nails so had a drill and drain. You really don
Comments: Total (30) comments
Marten Schoenrock
Posted On: 02 May 2018 05:18 am
So proud that you made it to the camp despite having had a rough day. I remember that you struggled a few times during training runs. But you always pushed through and bounced back even stronger - and you are strong - hang in there! You have done so well so far - including day three!
Andrea Bellamy
Posted On: 01 May 2018 11:44 pm
Kevin my friend
We are soooooo proud of you
You’re the Man!!
If some one can do it
It’s you!!
Caroline Highcock
Posted On: 01 May 2018 10:07 pm
In the gym I think of you and my puny efforts. Power to you. Fantastic progress. Keep it up. Cx
Greg Nicol
Posted On: 01 May 2018 08:26 pm
Well done mr brownsey. That looked like a really tough leg. Everyone's time was longer. But you're holding your own. Brilliant stuff very impressive. Hope you managed to enjoy some of today? Can't wait to hear all the war stories. Just be sensible mate. You're setting a great example cheers
Greg
Joan Imrie
Posted On: 01 May 2018 07:25 pm
Hi Kev, not sure how you got on today but hope the feet aren’t giving you any more problems. The scenary sounds amazing hopefully you are getting the chance to enjoy it. Keep up the good work, so proud of you. Much love Aunty Bone xx
Martin Brownsey
Posted On: 01 May 2018 07:23 pm
Clearly a tougher stage but another one safely in the ruck sack - it feels like you have to dig deep now with the long march coming into view but when you come out the other side you have truely broken the back of this beast. Onwards.
Radek Kozieja
Posted On: 01 May 2018 06:41 pm
Kevin! You are amazing! We all hope that feet will get better soon. Cheers from Nata, Ala, Hania Radek (and Nuta of course!), we are you there!
Mike Wilder
Posted On: 01 May 2018 06:12 pm
Hi Kevin - great job so far, we are cheering you on here in Poland. Best of luck tomorrow, keep fighting hard, it is incredible what you have achieved so far!!
Gail Stephenson
Posted On: 01 May 2018 05:58 pm
Looks amazing Kevin. We're cheering you on from the cloudy UK. Keep up the good stuff. Gail n Richard
Kay Brownsey
Posted On: 01 May 2018 05:25 pm
Waiting to hear how you have done today Kevin..hope the blisters weren't a problem. Reading the updates I understand the seals were a tad smelly!!
Just letting you know that you've hit your target of sponsorship and now 102% ..people are so inspired by your incredible efforts as i am. You never cease to amaze me. Hope you are getting my e-mails too.
Will write again later..I'm. now in Amsterdam with the WAW girls. So proud!
Duda Graziano
Posted On: 01 May 2018 05:01 pm
Kevin, all of this is absolutely incredible - Giving us so many reasons to be proud of your work and inspired by your motivations and results! I'm sure the sights are some of your many rewards. Hope the feet are feeling better and best of luck in the races to come!
Geoff Fitzgerald
Posted On: 01 May 2018 04:35 pm
Ouch - blisters and under the nail sounds awful... Hang in there buddy, we're all rooting for you!
Margaret Powell
Posted On: 01 May 2018 03:07 pm
The description of Skeleton Park is awesome, hopefully the actuality will keep your mind off your poor feet!
Good luck
Love Brian and Margaret
Gonzo Silva
Posted On: 01 May 2018 02:40 pm
Keep going Kevin! This is truly inspirational!
Markus Raunig
Posted On: 01 May 2018 01:45 pm
Hi Kevin great to see you progress never forget if you are not afraid of your dreams they are not big enough!!! Keep on walking/running it is all in your strong mind not your tired legs!!!! We keep on cheering from warsaw Markus and Johanna
Minilliah Venter
Posted On: 01 May 2018 01:22 pm
Keep going strong Kevin!
Wishing you smooth surfaces & painless feet for tomorrow!
Natalie Geleschun
Posted On: 01 May 2018 11:54 am
What an incredible adventure ! Enjoy you are experiencing one of the most beautiful countries in a way very few do or can ! You are an inspiration hope you didn’t pass out from the smell !!
Shibani Luthra
Posted On: 01 May 2018 11:22 am
Kevin, we are all rooting for you! Extremely impressed and inspired Luthra family.
Henriette Mühlbach
Posted On: 01 May 2018 10:00 am
Dear Kevin, we’re all here SO proud of you, keep up the good work
Emily Brownsey
Posted On: 01 May 2018 09:57 am
Blisters will heal! I'm getting more and more excited everyday for you dad. Starting to feel like you did an ultra marathon in another life hahahah. Keep pushing, I believe in you!! Love and miss you!! xxxxx
Pauline Ubels
Posted On: 01 May 2018 08:13 am
WOW!!! Amazing pics, love Kays FB-update and RESPECT! Keep going and enjoy!
Bogi Gabrovic
Posted On: 01 May 2018 07:56 am
You are amazing!! Keep smiling and enjoying the journey. You are our hero !!!
Alison Tomalin-Reeves
Posted On: 01 May 2018 07:36 am
Well done Kevin! Tremendous! We are following the updates.
Alison Tomalin-Reeves
Posted On: 01 May 2018 07:34 am
Well done Kevin! We are following the updates.
Chris Conner
Posted On: 01 May 2018 07:24 am
Good luck mate - keep smashing it. Namibia can be desolate but also amazing landscape:)
Tricia Steele
Posted On: 01 May 2018 06:27 am
Fantastic Kevin with your determination you will smash it!! Keep smiling x
Kay Brownsey
Posted On: 01 May 2018 03:00 am
BTW sponsorship level is 97% just another £54 from target..I'm sure that will get smashed today with your inspiring efforts! So very proud x
Kay Brownsey
Posted On: 01 May 2018 02:34 am
Epic leg today Kev..you were placed 30th BTW ...sending you speedy recovery for your feet for stage three from your favourite foot witch!
Your strategies are working.. Enjoy the seals for me today!
Rosana Lankenau
Posted On: 01 May 2018 01:36 am
Kevin you rock! This is a life changing experience and you are totally in control. Sending you cheers and applause
Lily Hubert
Posted On: 01 May 2018 01:23 am
Incredible! Will be hoping for speedy foot recovery and cheering you on from New York!! You got this!
29 April 2018 09:58 am (GMT+01:00) Sarajevo, Skopje, Warsaw, Zagreb
Dear friends and family
I finished the first stage in just over 6 hours. I
Comments: Total (23) comments
Matt Brownsey
Posted On: 01 May 2018 12:12 am
Wow Dad, you're making this sound easy!! Glad to hear you're keeping a good distance from the camel !
Sally and Kevin Waddell
Posted On: 30 Apr 2018 07:57 pm
Wow!! Amazing job, Kevin. We are so proud and inspired by your performance. Just wonderful! You got this!
Kay Brownsey
Posted On: 30 Apr 2018 07:50 pm
Im.bursting with pride Kevin..my jaw dropped when I read your time and knocked off an hour from yesterday. I guess some advice from the experienced, electrolyte management and pace helped. Glad the temperatures are not brutal and wind is helping from behind. Website photos look amazing so getting a real sense of the terrain and comradship in camp...helped with a wonderful full moon last night.
Be grateful for your body for gruelling distance and getting back to camp safe.
Another milestone ticked. Go Forrest!!
Natasha Schön
Posted On: 30 Apr 2018 07:40 pm
Hi Kevin, what you're doing is absolutely amazing and such an inspiration for me! So much so, that I'd actually love to talk to you about doing the same in the next year :D In the meantime, keep up the awesome progress - we're all behind you!
Vanda Fairchild
Posted On: 30 Apr 2018 07:24 pm
“Most people never run far enough on their first wind to find out they have a second”
Go for for it Kevin. ...
Geoff Fitzgerald
Posted On: 30 Apr 2018 07:24 pm
Fantastic progress mate, very impressive!
Cath Fitzgerald
Posted On: 30 Apr 2018 07:21 pm
Looking good Kev. Well done. Very impressed. Be safe and keep going x
Karen Lee
Posted On: 30 Apr 2018 07:20 pm
Superman! Amazing job Kevin - keep it up. I would have ran the opposite direction when they mentioned the snakes. We are all cheering you on.
Sybille Sullivan
Posted On: 30 Apr 2018 07:07 pm
Kevin, I am amazed !!! Massive well done to you and keep going forward
Camilla Alsterlind
Posted On: 30 Apr 2018 07:00 pm
I am beyond impressed! And I hear that you did even better today. Go Kevin!!
Dick STOLWIJK
Posted On: 30 Apr 2018 06:51 pm
Well well done. Excellent first two days. I feel now an old man sitting on the couch digesting dinner and having a pint of beer. Good luck next days. I am with you
Joan Imrie
Posted On: 30 Apr 2018 06:47 pm
Hi Kev, another brilliant run, wow you improved on yesterday’s time and place, keep it up but don’t try too hard!! Hopefully no more blisters! Love and hugs x
Margaret Powell
Posted On: 30 Apr 2018 06:19 pm
Can’t believe that you improved on yesterday’s time and placing. Hope your body is not too battered and that you can get a good rest before the next stage. All the best , Brian and Margaret
Martin Brownsey
Posted On: 30 Apr 2018 05:59 pm
Great run bud - Obviously the full English did the trick - This time tomorrow you would have completed 50% of the stages! Feels like a milestone. I hope you are managing all the aches and pains.
Greg Nicol
Posted On: 30 Apr 2018 04:30 pm
Ps. You got a special mention on the breaking news! Something about managing electrolytes!
Greg Nicol
Posted On: 30 Apr 2018 04:18 pm
Day two quicker than day one! Wow where will this all end up! Don't go too mad mr brownsey. Fantastic effort mate. Well done!
Dennis Schön
Posted On: 30 Apr 2018 01:15 pm
Keep it going Kevin! You can be proud of yourself! Keeping my fingers crossed for a safe and successful trip!!
Matt Brownsey
Posted On: 30 Apr 2018 01:05 pm
Keep going! Just put one foot in front of the other !
Margaret Powell
Posted On: 30 Apr 2018 10:34 am
Good luck for 2nd stage.
Brian and Margaret
Philip Brownsey
Posted On: 30 Apr 2018 08:19 am
Hi Kev
Good start Kev. Keep going
Love Dad and Jane
Kay Brownsey
Posted On: 30 Apr 2018 07:24 am
Incredible first day Kev..your photo from the website showed you looking relaxed and happy. It was wonderful to see you smiling . Hope you enjoyed the full moon over the desert in front of the camp fire..looks amazing.
Look after those feet and be mindful of today's wonderful scenery and avoid the snakes! So very proud x
Greg Nicol
Posted On: 30 Apr 2018 06:27 am
Good luck day two. Brilliant result on first leg very impressive mr b
Emily Brownsey
Posted On: 30 Apr 2018 12:37 am
Everyone is SO proud! Get a good nights sleep and keep pushing!!!! Love you xxx
27 April 2018 07:31 am (GMT+01:00) Sarajevo, Skopje, Warsaw, Zagreb
I arrived at Swakopmund this afternoon and can honestly say the people I
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Minilliah Venter
Posted On: 29 Apr 2018 09:50 pm
Kevin,
You should be well on your way by now !!
What an Awesome Challenge ! Hang in there & Good Luck !!
Martin Brownsey
Posted On: 29 Apr 2018 09:04 pm
Great result Kev - hope body and soul are still talking to each other and that you have acclimatised to the conditions. I hope you are blister free. Good luck tomorrow.
Kay Brownsey
Posted On: 29 Apr 2018 06:30 pm
What a result Kev 39th?? You must be over the moon with that...hope you are taking lots of photos of the stunning scenery and of course including your feet!!
Eat well, hydrate and rest up to repeat it all again tomorrow!! Look.forward to reading your blog if you have enough energy left.
Joan Imrie
Posted On: 29 Apr 2018 06:18 pm
Brilliant result today Kev, best of luck for tomorrow, we will be thinking of you.
Much love Aunty Bone and Uncle Andy xx
Jen Powell
Posted On: 29 Apr 2018 06:11 pm
Gosh well done Kev, first one done & dusted & coming in at number 40- what an achievement you must be feeling so pleased with yourself. We are bursting with pride for you & all the very best of luck for tomorrow. We have loved reading your blog it’s so well written & very informative. All our love & massive hugs from Auntie Jen & Uncle Andy
Jen Powell
Posted On: 29 Apr 2018 05:53 pm
Gosh well done Kev, first one done & dusted & coming in at number 40 - you must be so proud of yourself. We are so proud of you too. Love reading your blog it’s very well written & very informative. All our love & massive hugs from Auntie Jen & Uncle Andy
Emily Brownsey
Posted On: 29 Apr 2018 04:16 pm
Hey dad!
Really hope you're getting all my emails! Just tried sending one but something went wrong so i think its safer to add a comment on here. Myself and the wigan brownseys have been eagerly refreshing the site to see your progress! We're SO proud of you. You're incredible and we counted that you finished 40th out of 103? is this right? :o Anyways, i'm beaming with pride and can't wait to hear your update. Hope you didnt have to fight off many snakes / camels.
You missed an insane grand prix. Red bulls crashed out, bottas got a puncture, vettel messed up pit times. 1)HAM 2)RAI 3)PEREZ!
Miss you so much. Get up and do it all again tomorrow, we have all the faith in you!
Emi xxx
Joan Imrie
Posted On: 29 Apr 2018 03:56 pm
Hi Kev, what a challenge you have set yourself, immensely proud of you.
Hopefully today went well for you.
Looking forward to reading your blog.
Much love Aunty Bone xx
Bev Nicol
Posted On: 29 Apr 2018 11:34 am
Hi Kev - hope it’s going well. Looking forward to first update xx
Sheila Callahan
Posted On: 29 Apr 2018 03:47 am
Kevin, we eagerly await your updates! All best, Sheila
Kay Brownsey
Posted On: 28 Apr 2018 08:50 pm
Well the day has finally arrived...i know this means so much to you. Stick to the right place, be in the moment and enjoy your new habitat for the next week. I know you will give it your all and I'm immensely proud of your journey..stay ahead of the camel and listen to your body. Xx
Martin Brownsey
Posted On: 28 Apr 2018 01:38 pm
Just wanted to wish you all the best bud - I am not completely sure how you got there but I guess, you are there now, so you might as well put one foot in front the other and see where it takes you. I am sure you will follow the leader. Enjoy the solitude and the shared experience with all your fellow competitors. You are an inspiration to everyone at home and all I can say is that I look forward to hearing all about it. Bon voyage mon ami.
Emily Brownsey
Posted On: 28 Apr 2018 09:15 am
Just think of all the beers next Saturday Dad! Love you!
24 April 2018 05:40 am (GMT+01:00) Sarajevo, Skopje, Warsaw, Zagreb
I arrived in Cape Town this morning and enjoyed a glorious day of sunshine at Camps Bay. Nice and easy 10kms in the midday sun to start acclimatising, followed by breakfast overlooking the ocean. I really love this place and it's the perfect location to prepare
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Philip Brownsey
Posted On: 27 Apr 2018 04:14 pm
Hi Kev
Glad to hear everything going well.
Love
Dad & Jane
Philip Brownsey
Posted On: 27 Apr 2018 04:10 pm
Hi Kev
Reading your blogs with interest. Glad everything going well
Love
Dad & Jane
Beverley Nicol
Posted On: 24 Apr 2018 08:48 pm
Hope today’s run went well. As Em says - we’re all behind you x
Emily Brownsey
Posted On: 24 Apr 2018 06:59 pm
Go on dad!! we're all behind you. Enjoy cape town!!
15 April 2018 02:14 am (GMT+01:00) Sarajevo, Skopje, Warsaw, Zagreb
Last BIG weekend before Namibia. Saturday was a 25km full back pack run in 20 degrees. Sunday 33kms full back pack in 25
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Yazmin Bayram
Posted On: 18 Apr 2018 09:13 pm
When I heard about what you were doing my jaw hit the floor pretty hard! I’m in awe!!! You are going to smash it, I wish you so so so so much luck. This is for an incredible cause!!! GO KEVIN GO!!!!!
Jackie Beresford
Posted On: 18 Apr 2018 06:59 am
I am breaking into a sweat just thinking about the training, let alone the challenge. Kev you’re amazing, keep putting one foot in front of the other, we’re cheering you on the side lines, such a great cause ❤️
Vanda Fairchild
Posted On: 18 Apr 2018 06:08 am
It’s fantastic that you Have done so much preparation and to get you to where you are now Kevin. It’s such a worth while cause and you are an incredible person for giving yourself this personal challenge. I’m going to be cheering you on from sunny south east London. Well done and keep up the good work.
Greg Nicol
Posted On: 16 Apr 2018 08:59 am
Keep up the good work mr brownsey... I like to think I have been a major help in preparing you, after all I did go on a 6k run with you!!
I have also had a look at some of the other participants and surprisingly you are not the oldest!!
Sam Fanshawe
Posted On: 16 Apr 2018 04:24 am
Great work Kevin and so happy to hear that your body is behaving.
06 April 2018 05:51 am (GMT+01:00) Sarajevo, Skopje, Warsaw, Zagreb
I'm not sure how many people read this blog but even if one person copy/ pastes
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Sam Fanshawe
Posted On: 09 Apr 2018 07:58 am
Very much look forward to meeting you soon!
Riitta H
Posted On: 06 Apr 2018 07:11 am
Great that you have such a good cause to support while you run in Namibia! We'll tweet this on as well. These kids in mind will help you get to the finish for sure! Look forward to seeing you soon. Riitta
05 April 2018 06:58 am (GMT+01:00) Sarajevo, Skopje, Warsaw, Zagreb
On April 1st 2018 I ran my first ever marathon. I chose the location of the first Olympic marathon starting at Amaliada and finishing at the Olympic stadium in Ancient Olympia. The first 21 kms were relatively comfortable; temperature was warm but not oppressive and hydration was good. At 25km I started to struggle and felt unwell. At this time the temperature had risen to c. 25 degrees and I realised I'd run too fast in the first half. For the next 3 or 4 kms I ran part and walked part, cooling myself down and re-hydrating. A fellow runner (Don from Canada) helped me enormously and stayed with me during this time. I hope I get chance to thank you one day mate! After 30kms I felt good again and ran the last 12 kms without too much stress. I made it but learnt some lessons that will be important in the desert.
I was particularly pleased the next day as I ran 10kms on the beach at Katokolo without any pain and seemed to recover quickly. Now for the big push with full back pack!
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Fred Van Eeden
Posted On: 04 May 2018 01:54 pm
Hi Kev!
Sitting here lazing around reading about your amazing achievements... I’m well impressed. Keep going, wishing you all the best
Stewart Regan
Posted On: 03 May 2018 03:39 pm
Keep it going Kev, dig in and find that inner strength. Amazing what you have achieved so far! We are all rooting for you. All the best. S&N
Vanda Fairchild
Posted On: 03 May 2018 08:06 am
Your nearly there Kevin. Such an incredible inspiring goal. Reaching and superpassing your sponsorship target too... INCREDIBLE. .....
Gail Stephenson
Posted On: 01 May 2018 06:00 pm
Looks amazing kevin. Keep up the good work. Cheering you on from York. Gail n Richard x
Jackie Beresford
Posted On: 01 May 2018 04:27 pm
And I thought walking up the beach in Wells was hard work!! Keep going kev, what an amazing adventure and achievement. Thinking of you and willing you on, on the side lines. I will never moan again when walking on soft sand
Fred Van Eeden
Posted On: 29 Apr 2018 06:55 pm
Well done Kev! An amazing achievement! So proud/ happy for you... Keep going :)
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Mary Gadams
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