I wrote this a couple of days ago, but internet issues meant I couldn't get it loaded. Please read on, pretending that its the 18th August.

With less than 48 hours until I board a flight to my first World Championships, I feel a sense of preparedness couple with nerves. There is not much more I could have done right in training up to this point, so that’s why I feel prepared. I feel nervous because..... well..... I’m going up against the best in the world!

If I was to say that I’m not nervous would be a couple and utter lie. The marathon, even by itself, is a beast at the best of times. Throw in hot, humid weather, a large number of athletes who have ran faster than me, and the fact that everyone brings their A-Game.... and I’m getting sweaty palms just thinking about it.

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