I’m Alan, a 45 year old ultra runner, endurance athlete, running coach, personal trainer, gym owner, and race director of Runningmonk Trail Events. I’m also a recovering alcoholic and a cocaine addict. I smoked weed nearly every day of my life from 26-38.
I am the current FKT holder for running the loop of Wales, 1,059 miles in less than 23 days. I broke the record for the Welsh Coast Path on the way round. Getting sober at 38 was like starting my life all over again, and I would implore anyone with addiction issues to try and sober up. Life is on the other side of addiction, and as scary as it may seem to active addicts, I can assure you it’s worth facing your fears for.