Saying no to marathon training

Saying no to marathon training

I’ve finally bitten the bullet and said it out loud: I can’t be arsed to run Fort William Marathon. Not because it won’t be an amazing race, taking in spectacular scenery in one of my favourite places in the world.…

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Dangerous inspiration…

Dangerous inspiration…

There are some dangerously inspiring headlines on the cover of this month’s Outdoor Fitness magazine. Headlines like ‘Leave it all Behind’, and ‘Chase your Dreams’ ignite something deep within me and suddenly I’m frantically flicking through in search of my…

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If it makes you happy… keep practicing

If it makes you happy… keep practicing

After yoga at Sweaty Betty Brighton tonight (it’s free, you should go), as I locked up my bike and wandered into the supermarket to get some salmon for dinner, Sheryl Crow’s If It Makes You Happy started playing in the…

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Cycling, I heart you

Cycling, I heart you

Since claiming PB glory at Brighton Marathon last month, I’ve been having a bit of a break from running, and spending time with my other true love – cycling. Ever since I was a kid I’ve always had a bike.…

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Ashdown Park Spa Day – How to win at marathon recovery

Ashdown Park Spa Day – How to win …

I’m not sure what I enjoyed the most – running strong to PB glory at Brighton Marathon this month or the epic spa day of pampering and indulgence afterwards at the gorgeous Ashdown Park Hotel.  I’ve only ever had a…

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