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My Current Running Shoe Rotation

I have a lot of pairs of trainers.  Running shoes obviously (both trail and road), casual trainers, shoes for weights, and I’m even considering a pair of Padel shoes to really hit the ‘millennial into fitness’ stereotype (there’s a new padel centre near us that I’m keen to start trying to play regularly with Tom!).  I’m lucky I get to test a lot of shoes both being sent and from purchasing them as a  ‘work expense’  (as I tell my husband and accountant!) and my goal is to do more reviews of running shoes for women that take their training seriously but are mid pack runners. I'm currently putting the Nike Vomero Premium to the test - check out my first thoughts. Let me know if you’d like to see more YouTube reviews - and make sure to subscribe here!  Adidas EVO SL These are such a versatile shoe, lightweight, bouncy and great for speedwork, long runs, easy runs (I’ve even done a Hyrox class in them!). I also think it’s a brilliant price point at £130. I have been...

About me

Hello, I’m Charlie – a runner, Registered Dietitian and lover of travel. I believe anyone can run a marathon, I’ve transitioned from non-runner to 13 x Marathoner and Six Star Finisher. My blog champions fad-free, accessible wellbeing through fitness, nutrition and living life to the full.

A no-nonsense approach to eating for runners and athletes of all levels. An essential companion for those trying to fuel right; before, during and after their runs to improve performance and increase energy levels!

My Current Running Shoe Rotation

My Current Running Shoe Rotation

I have a lot of pairs of trainers.  Running shoes obviously (both trail and road), casual trainers, shoes for weights, and I’m even considering a pair of Padel shoes to really hit the...

ASICS Nimbus 27 Review

I realise I'm really behind with my shoe review posts and have so many more to write/post/share - plus am going to start sharing more YouTube shoe content because honestly I just don't think there...

Adidas Pro 4 Review (from an average runner)

Adidas Pro 4 Review (from an average runner)

These shoes have been in my cupboard since November waiting for the right moment to put them to a proper test. But you know what they say about not saving your best for best, otherwise you might...

ASICS Novablast 5 Review

ASICS Novablast 5 Review

I wore a pair of ASICS for my very first marathon, the London Marathon back in 2012. I remember buying the first pair from Sweaty Betty with no clue what I was looking for. Then a second pair from...

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