I had a pretty disastrous experience at the Easter 10k a couple of weeks ago that really brought home to me the importance of fuelling properly for a race. The race was a late start, 10:30am, due to the Bank Holiday. I had porridge for breakfast at around 7:30am, but having run out of bananas … More The Importance Of Fuelling Properly
Today I thought I’d share my Half Marathon Spotify Playlist, which I have been slowly adding tracks to, in preparation for the race. I know that not all races allow headphones, and some people prefer to run without music, and I do agree that on occasion it’s great to just take in your surroundings and … More My Running Half Marathon Playlist
I wrote recently abut the power of the mind, and how mantras and certain words can give you the energy to push through in a workout. Yoga and cupcakes with the lovely Emma and Lucy 🙂 While attending the Good Vibes Yoga for Runners and Cyclists workshop this weekend, the teacher Lexie Williamson spoke of … More Count To Ten – Mental Tricks for Running
Hello! It’s been 3 weeks since I moved into my new flat. The days have been a whirlwind of unpacking, trips to Argos and IKEA, and getting used to the tram commute to work. Consequently there has been little time for blogging, added to which I didn’t have a computer and only got Internet connected … More First Races of 2014: Using Races for Long Runs
Since getting into yoga in the last few months I’ve made a few purchases which I wanted to share with you… Yoga is a little like running in that you think, “oh I don’t really need anything apart from a decent mat/pair of running shoes” and then 3months later you find your house and wardrobe … More Yoga Essentials: Who Wears Short Shorts?
…aka Bikram Yoga I started going to Bikram Yoga as part of the January 21 Day Yoga Challenge hosted by Charlie at The Runner Beans. It’s been on my “bucket list” for ages, so I finally got around to giving it a try last month and am loving it so far! I signed up for … More Getting Hot and Sweaty- Bikram Yoga
The Running Show took place a couple of weekends ago with lots of stands with attractive offers on running gear, tech and flashy shoes. It took every ounce of my willpower not to buy lots of new things! But if you are looking for a gift for that special runner in your life this Christmas, … More Runners Christmas Gift List
Yesterday was the 1st of December! (deck the halls with boughs of holly, fa la la….) As well as the amazing Zero Calorie Advent Calendar who are offering workouts, healthy recipes and fitness offers, there are a few other websites putting on a Christmas Countdown with competitions and giveaways. So I thought I would compile … More Online Fitness Advent Calendars : Countdown To Christmas
We all lead busy lives, and sometimes exercising doesn’t make it to the top of the list of priorities. Added to this, with the mornings and evenings now getting darker it can be so tempting to just hibernate on the sofa after work, and not force yourself to brave the cold. With this in mind, … More Fitting Exercise In & Towel Review
After attending the Adidas New Product Range PR session last week, and a few weeks back a Design Meeting at Lululemon I started thinking about all the things I love in my workout and running kit. I feel like brands are starting to take more interest in feedback and criticism from the people wearing the … More It’s All in The Detail : Workout Clothing
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