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First Impressions of the Adidas Supernova Rise 3 

In a world where fast shoes get a lot of attention, the daily trainer often gets overlooked. But in reality, we do most of our mileage in our everyday shoes, the easy miles, the volume, the warm ups/cool downs - the important stuff that makes up the bulk of our training.  And yet the carbon plated shoes are the sexy ones. The ones that we google, watch and read reviews religiously before spending our money (and often lots of it) on the latest racers.  Some of my favourite shoes are the reliable, comfy, OK my max cush trainers. One of my goals for 2026 is to review and share my honest thoughts on these daily trainers to help you find ones that you love, that make you want to lace up even when motivation is low or your body is sore from marathon mileage/gym workouts.  Also lets face it, with two small kids at home now (one who was recently sent his own pair of boys trainers and now wants to wear his ‘fast shoes’ all the time) most of my mileage is easy miles. Why are...

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!

The Secret to Consistency: Routine

The Secret to Consistency: Routine

Since getting back from Charleston with our newest family member the one thing I’ve been craving is a routine. I’m someone who hates to admit this but I thrive in routine whilst thinking (hoping)...

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...

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