Let’s be honest: summer running can feel like a bit of a slog. The sun’s blazing, the air is thick, your toddler refused to nap, and you’re already dreaming about your next ice cream before you’ve even stepped out the door. I love running, but when life is full and the heat is on, I … More Real-life tips for summer running
Running has been part of my life for several years now, but like many new mums, I have definitely found it difficult to get back into a consistent routine after having my son. Juggling motherhood, work, and self-care is a challenge, but I was determined to start 2025 by setting a goal: running the 5K … More Achieving my post-baby PB at the MK Festival of Running
I started running again last September, 7 months after having my son, full of enthusiasm about completing the Couch to 5k programme that autumn and maybe running a New Year’s Day parkun as a way to kick off 2024. The positivity remains but I’ve had to reel in my ambition and settle for a slightly … More Post-Baby Return to Running: Part 2 Progress not Perfection
I made the decision pretty early on in my pregnancy to stop running. I was lucky not to suffer with morning sickness, but instead battled constant nausea throughout the day (no actual vomiting) for most of the first trimester. It was made worse by the bouncing up and down that comes with running so unfortunately … More Post-Baby Return to Running: Part 1 Preparation
I can’t believe that it’s been ten years since I decided to start writing this blog, and documenting my outdoor and fitness adventures. There have definitely been some major changes in the blogging world and ‘influencer’ space in that time. I’m glad I still have ownership of this little corner of the internet and am … More Ten Years of Miss Wheezy
With the last couple of weekends dominated by Storm Ciara and Storm Dennis, there has been a lot of time for planning adventures and booking races! I don’t know about you, but if I can’t get outside I end up spending my time researching new opportunities to go cycling, running or hiking and booking trips! … More Outdoor and Fitness Challenges in 2020
Merry Christmas! I hope you all had a lovely day, whether celebrating with friends and family or enjoying some peace and quiet at home. As the year draws to a close I always like to take time to look back and reflect on the things I’ve achieved – while my blog doesn’t showcase everything I’ve … More A look back at 2018
Last weekend was definitely busy for runners, with lots of big races taking place across the country including the Royal Parks Half and Manchester Half Marathon to name just a couple. I opted to head across to Henley for the Maverick Oxfordshire Trail Race. Sitting in the car park with the torrential rain pouring down … More Maverick Oxfordshire Trail Race
Believe it or not, the Kew Gardens 10k was my first running race of 2018! I’ve mainly focused on cycling this year, and haven’t actually managed to fit in many events on my weekends due to being so busy. However, I was really excited about giving the Kew Gardens 10k a go – part of … More Kew Gardens 10k race recap
Last weekend I took part in the Prudential RideLondon-Surrey 100 bike ride – its the third year I’ve ridden the event, and each year I’ve had a different experience. I’ll have a proper blog post on the 2018 ride up soon, but for now I wanted to highlight a couple of the events I took … More Milton Keynes 50miler and Chiltern Cycling Festival
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