On September the 26th I’m taking part in the Shine Night Walk, around the streets of London. The event is a night-time walking marathon (or half marathon) run by Cancer Research UK to bring people from across the UK together to light up London and fund life-saving research. I’ll be taking on the Half Marathon … More Shine Night Walk Half Marathon with SOLE
I’ve been in my new job for a month now – my, how that’s flown by! I’ve been so busy, trying to take everything in and do the best I can in a new role that I haven’t really taken any time to process where I’m at now, and my fitness has definitely taken a … More Revitalise Detox Yoga Retreat with Sally Parkes
Last month I posted a guest feature on the benefits of compression clothing. I’ve worn compression socks after long runs/races for a long time now, as they seem to help to reduce achiness the next day, but never during a run. So I was intrigued when Sub Sports got in touch, offering the chance to … More Sub Sports Compression Leggings [Giveaway]
I’m off on another Sally Parkes yoga retreat this weekend at Brooklands Barn in Arundel, West Sussex- I had an amazing time at the Relax and Restore retreat in March and can’t wait to hit the yoga mat, escape to the country and chill out again! I thought I’d share some of my essential items … More What to Pack for a Yoga Retreat in the UK
I don’t think I’ve ever started a race so near the front! I felt like a bit of a fraud. Having been given a VIP blogger place for the Vitality British 10k, I enjoyed a buffet breakfast in the smart Cavalry & Guards Club, had more photos taken of myself than ever before, and … More Vitality British 10k: Race Recap
I’m pretty lucky with my new job. While the hours are long and the days are busy, working in the fitness industry I’m encouraged to take a full lunch- to go to fitness classes, to fit in a run and to eat healthily. I did this in my last job too, but definitely got some … More Yoga in the Workplace: Om Yoga Magazine July/Aug
I love having healthy snacks to hand, whether that’s in my office desk drawer, my handbag/gymbag, in the kitchen cupboards or in the car. It makes it that much easier to make a healthy choice and not succumb to the chocolate and biscuits! Plus it stops me from getting super hungry and grumpy when I … More Tropical Banana Cake with Urban Fruit
Fulham Palace parkrun During my park run exploration I’ve run a few different courses, and love the concept – but I haven’t made it along to one of the free Saturday 5ks for a while. Wimpole Estate parkrun Crystal Palace parkrun Lloyd Park parkrun Roundshaw Downs parkrun So when Charlie offered the incentive of … More Parkrun Tourism: Fulham Palace
I love mixing things up on Miss Wheezy and featuring guest posts from other great fitness bloggers- if you’d like to contribute get in touch! Today we hear from Kat, who writes at Tailfish, and is a snowboarder turned runner. Here’s her story. On Becoming a Runner I’m Kat, a 40 year old professional nagger. I was … More On Becoming A Runner (Guest Post)
Last Sunday I ran the much anticipated and talked about Nike Women’s 10k in Victoria Park. It was a great atmosphere and I did really enjoy myself despite a less than ideal pre-race build-up! Here’s how NOT to prepare for a race: 3 weeks before the race, cycle 40miles and knacker your knees Then, go … More How NOT to prepare for a race (Nike Women’s 10k recap)
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