I was recently sent some Ryme Audio ProSport Headphones to review and as someone who has been seriously behind on the whole “Bluetooth Headphone” trend, these ... Read More...
Another month, another new pair of leggings, that’s pretty much been my moto for 2020.
I can’t deny, I’ve not particularly enjoyed some of the curveballs th... Read More...
Recently, I’ve been finding myself having several conversations with people in a fitness funk or those that feel that the motivation has just disappeared. My i... Read More...
At the start of the year I put out to the world that I wanted to - “Improve my 5km time – I’m currently sitting at around 31 minutes and I’d like to finis... Read More...
I suppose I’m posing what can be considered a pretty loaded question. After all, everyone is different and of course, I can’t really compare an "Athlete" with ... Read More...
I love running for so many reasons, but primarily for the simple reason of the freedom, it gives me and the huge benefits to my mental well-being. I often joke... Read More...
Firstly, I want to start this post by saying that I’m writing about my own nutritional requirements and this should absolutely not be taken as advice. Everyone... Read More...
Just before I start with this post, I understand that travel and races are being canceled left, right and center, with the future of many events unknown. Howev... Read More...
Ah, fitness influencers – They are a funny ole breed, right? Who’s telling the truth? Who is offering good advice? Who’s faking the whole thing? It’s a minefie... Read More...
Firstly let me start this post with an explanation, I’d reached what I’d cheerfully call a “Fitness Funk” – A phase where you do the same thing over and over, ... Read More...
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The vast world of Sports Watches in a confusing one, where do you even start? What exactly do you need? ... Read More...
I’m the first one to admit, I was hugely resistant towards the concept of switching to wireless headphones. There were a few reasons, namely, I was convinced I... Read More...
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Running and weight loss is a topic I generally shy away from; regardless of this I feel it’s important to explain it was one of the key reasons ... Read More...
Yesterday I watched a little clip on Instagram, where someone was shouting at runners from her house “Are you in danger?” – “Why are you running?” - “Is someon... Read More...
The current state of events is forcing us to adjust our normal daily lives to the new circumstances, as citizens are asked to shelter in place to avoid the spr... Read More...
Disclaimer - I was kindly gifted these trainers as I’m part of the “Brooks Run Happy Team” – However, I have been Brooks loyalist for the past 5 years an... Read More...
Whilst I might not work directly in the fitness industry,
I’m well aware of the fact the current climate is tricky to navigate whilst
working in the fitness in... Read More...
If you follow me on social media, chances are that you'll be aware of the fact I'm now part of the "Brooks Running - Run Happy Team". Becoming part of the team... Read More...
On the morning of my event,
everything was going so well, I’d set out a comfortable and pre-tested kit, had
a reasonable night’s sleep and even restrained myse... Read More...
Working out at home can sometimes feel like an impossibility. With distractions like pets, other family members and limitations such as lack of equipment. But,... Read More...
I’ll share a secret with you, sometimes I’m a really lazy person, and I love “easy options” and if there’s ever a quicker, low key way of achieving something? ... Read More...
On the basis that a goal without a plan is just a wish, I've decided to set some goals for 2020...
When I was reflecting on 2019, my instant reaction was to... Read More...
December is a tough ole time of year, all those parties, catch-ups, and delicious snacks - Who am I even kidding, it's fabulous, isn't it? But when it comes to... Read More...
Okay, so I have a bucket list. This is something I take pretty seriously, right at the top was to try Paddleboarding. Being someone who enjoys open water s... Read More...
When I was younger, all I ever wanted was a bikini. I'd seen the classic Levi's advert and decided that it was my destiny to have a small, sparkling bikini.
... Read More...
Retreat: A quiet or secluded place in which one can rest and relax – The chance to get away from it all…
As I carefully navigated the country road, taki... Read More...
Whilst I consider myself fortunate to have tested out a vast variety of clothing brands during my workouts. The perfect design and handcrafted quality of Falk... Read More...
As you might know by now, I love sharing the stories and thoughts of other bloggers and this week I'm welcoming Liv from In Mint Nutrition, to share how CrossFi... Read More...
Last Sunday I had to make the tough decision not to start Rutland Swim; I’d been feeling unwell for a few days on the run-up and just blamed work stress/pre-eve... Read More...
I’ve recently found myself struggling to locate my previous levels of motivation in relation to going to the gym, running, walking further than the fridge. You ... Read More...
It was a chilly and overcast Friday evening, we'd both had tough days and were ready to start the weekend with a smile. Therefore being invited to review Aqua P... Read More...
I live my life with the "Never Say Never" theory and it's working pretty well so far...
Therefore, when my friend invited me to Hot Yoga, my answer was an in... Read More...
It’s coming up to my one year anniversary of open water swimming, which previously appeared high on the list of “Things I’d never do”. Why? You might ask, mainl... Read More...
I'm back with another "5 Minutes With" and today I'm chatting to Bethan from A Pretty Place To Play, I've followed Bethan for several years now and always find ... Read More...
I'll start with a little background, or a mini-history lesson because that sounds more interesting doesn't it?
I never, ever considered myself someone ... Read More...
Yesterday I found myself reflecting back on my old Instagram Images and as I progressively scrolled further and further through my history, something jumped out... Read More...
I suppose you could say, I never, ever considered myself someone who would climb. Back in the day, I liked trips to Pizza Hut, WKD, wearing an excessive amo... Read More...
Over the years diet trends come and go, whilst I follow an 80/20 approach to eating, I cannot deny that the biggest growth seems to be those adopting a vegan di... Read More...
As a new year begins many of us set ourselves new challenges, one of the most common decisions is to join a gym, but with costs, travel and time this doesn... Read More...
Wakey Wakey Sunshine, it's time to crawl out of bed, stumble into some clothes and get yo self moving...
Let's face it, early morning workouts are a little lik... Read More...
Well, it might be December, it might be cold and I am currently hugely restricted on my workouts post-surgery, however, you must be crazy if you think that's ho... Read More...
I've recently moved gyms and during a particularly unenjoyable 20 minutes on the Stairmaster, I started to think about boutique fitness and what I rea... Read More...
When G and I decided to escape to Chamonix for a week, I felt that this would be the ideal opportunity for me to take my new found love of open water swimm... Read More...
Sport IS for everybody, the only boundaries are the ones you set yourself. Regardless of this fact, I still see and hear of many people saying things along... Read More...
Let me pose a couple of scenarios for you; There's a big day ahead, the fridge is empty, you've got a mountain of washing at home and it feels like every ... Read More...
A few week's back G and I loaded up my car and escaped to Chamonix, which is a place that holds many important memories for me and feels like a home away from h... Read More...
...Again!
So, Cross Fit is something that fascinates me, I suppose I viewed it as an elite fitness club with terms, titles, and numbers that I just don't under... Read More...
I'm obsessed with Music, for example when I consider that 20 years ago the vast amount of music available at my fingertips was a distant and incredible dream, I... Read More...
Of all my idea's, I'm not sure that running a 12km Obstacle Race the day before swimming Henley was one of my greatest idea's, but life has a funny way of just ... Read More...
