Hi, I’m Arthur — a Sydney-based runner who started lacing up in my mid-forties from beginning of 2024, long after I thought that chapter of my life had passed.

It began with joining my local Parkrun events every Saturday. I still remember vividly being out of breath just 800m into a 5km course. But I kept showing up, alongside good friends in the same age group who were also looking to improve their health. We encouraged each other — congratulating one another for finishing regardless the record, and sharing whatever tips seemed to help. That sense of community is what kept me coming back, week after week.

Slowly, it turned into something bigger. After about 8 months, I was finally able to jog the full 5km without stopping to walk. Then, around the 18-month mark, plantar fasciitis stopped me in my tracks. I remember searching for real stories from people going through the same thing, and mostly finding either clinical jargon or nothing at all.

Slow Run Life is the site I wish I’d found back then. It’s not a training program or a medical guide — it’s a personal record of what it’s like to start running later in life, get injured, and slowly find your way back. And it’s about looking forward to running for the rest of my life.

A quick note: I’m not a doctor, physiotherapist, or healthcare professional. Everything here is based on my own experience and what professionals have told me along the way. If you’re dealing with pain or injury, please seek advice from a qualified healthcare professional.

Thanks for stopping by — I hope something here helps you keep going, whether it’s a slow walk, jog, or run, at your own pace.