Run Hackney Half Marathon Race Recap

I clearly remember my first half marathon- after all, it was less than a year ago! Last weekend I had the privilege to run with one of my best friends as she completed her first 13.1 and I'm still filled…

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Changing Career to Sports and Fitness

Being made redundant is never fun.But for me, it gave me that kick to take a chance on a career change.I've loved writing my blog for the past three years- it's given me amazing experiences and opportunities, transformed me into…

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Hip Opening Poses: Om Yoga Magazine May

Yoga is filled with hip openers, that have a multitude of benefits beyond general flexibility.Did you know that hip opening poses offer an effective form of stress management?When we are stressed we tend to carry that tension in our hips…

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Wings For Life World Run - Silverstone

This race sounded a bit strange from the outset - no finish line, just a retired racing driver chasing you in car around Silverstone - and when I turned up on Saturday to sleep in what was a cross between…

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Music and Running with #CurrysMonsterMashUp

Imagine a thumping bass, a rousing melody or lyrics that make the hairs on the back of your neck prickle. You lift your head up, stand a little taller, achey legs suddenly filled with renewed vigour. The use of music…

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Entering the London Marathon Ballot

This year for the first time, I spectated and cheered at the London Marathon watching thousands of people run past, their faces a mixture of pain and joy. If I'm honest, it didn't make me want to immediately sign up…

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