Monthly Archives: January 2011

Iain’s Week 4 Weigh-in

Posted on January 30, 2011 by Iain

So, we’re nearly a month into this and yesterday my weight looked like this. So that’s another two pounds off last week – in a week characterised by way too much carousing, wonky eating habits, and nowhere near enough gymmery. … Continue reading →

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Life is a Beach

Posted on January 30, 2011 by Iain

The Isle of Lewis can be stunningly gorgeous in all kinds of weather. Imperious in wind and gale and awe-inspiring when the Northern Lights are ablaze, but when the sun shines home can feel like our very own slice of … Continue reading →

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When King Kenny Met The Two Fat Laddies

Posted on January 29, 2011 by Shaun

Hard to believe that just this time last week Iain and myself were preparing for our first 5K of the Two Fat Laddies challenge. Still even harder to think that thanks to the help of managing director of Trinity Mirror … Continue reading →

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Letter To Joshua

Posted on January 28, 2011 by Shaun

Dear Son, I don’t know when you’ll read this, or if you ever will. But I thought it important anyway to mark this, your first birthday, with something of an explanation in case it ever crops up. The photo you … Continue reading →

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Just Feeling a Little Bit Shit

Posted on January 26, 2011 by Iain

Work has been great the last few days. Full on as always but really enjoyable. Completing the 5k at the weekend felt like an Olympic achievement, meeting King Kenny Dalglish ((shaking you by the shoulders) KING KENNY DAL-GLISH!!!) was exceptional…. … Continue reading →

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Trick or Treat?

Posted on January 26, 2011 by Shaun

This Two Fat Laddies thing is clearly messing with my head. Apart from giving up the booze, the caffeine and bacon rolls I’ve been saddled with another unforeseen consequence. Guilt. Bookmark on Delicious Digg this post Recommend on Facebook share … Continue reading →

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Santa Dash Part II

Posted on January 25, 2011 by Iain

A wee ’before and after’ audioboo of our Santa Dash 5k Listen! Bookmark on Delicious Digg this post Recommend on Facebook share via Reddit Share with Stumblers Tweet about it Subscribe to the comments on this post

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When Saturday Tums

Posted on January 25, 2011 by Shaun

Football. It used to be an essential part of my week be it playing five a sides or going along to watch my team of choice on a Saturday. It wasn’t just for the action or the atmosphere at the … Continue reading →

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The Santa Dash

Posted on January 23, 2011 by Iain

So. We made it then. Both Shaun and I have completed our first 5k together as The Two Fat Laddies. The times weren’t great (36 minutes and 38 minutes), and I was overtaken by a woman with a Labrador dog … Continue reading →

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Iain’s Week Three Weigh-In

Posted on January 23, 2011 by Iain

Week 3 weigh in. 2lb off. Ahead of schedule still but falling behind Shaun. Still, that’s two stone between us in three weeks. Bookmark on Delicious Digg this post Recommend on Facebook share via Reddit Share with Stumblers Tweet about … Continue reading →

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