Weekly Workout Recap: Crossfit and Running

Monday- RESTTuesday- Run 2milesWednesday- Crossfit 7-8pmThursday- Crossfit 7-8amFriday- RESTSaturday- RESTSunday- Wimbledon 5k After recovering from my cold I managed to get out for a short run on Tuesday, but it was pretty tough. Consequently I felt rather unprepared for the Wimbledon…

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Samsung Rowing World Cup- Eton Dorney

On Saturday Mark and I went along to watch some of the second World Rowing Cup of 2013, which was held from 21st to 23rd June at Eton Dorney. Check out the waves on the lake- it was very choppy!…

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Fun Friday Links - Karen's Challenge

This Friday is just a quick post to point you in the direction of a blog written by one of my ex-work colleagues. She was really helpful and supportive when I started running last year, pointing me in the direction…

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WIAW : What I Ate Wednesday 17

Yesterday, Wednesday, was a day of fun food and tasty treats! As always, check out Peas&Crayons for more info on the WIAW party!Breakfast2 shredded wheat with Greek yoghurt, blueberries and raspberries - this has quickly become my go-to summer breakfast. It's…

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Weekly Workout Recap : Elements

Monday - Crossfit Element 7-8pmTuesday - Crossfit Elements 7-8amWednesday - Cyclebeat 45minsThursday - RESTFriday - REST (Walking)Saturday - REST (Walking)Sunday - RESTI didn't intend to have so many rest days this week, but after two Crossfit sessions and Cyclebeat I…

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Crossfit Intro Recap : Getting Strong Part 1

What is Crossfit? "CrossFit uses a blend of gymnastic elements, Olympic weightlifting movements, kettle bell exercises and other real world activities to improve the ten components of fitness: strength, power, speed, stamina, cardio-respiratory endurance, coordination, agility, balance, accuracy and flexibility."…

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