This post is sponsored by Wellmune® through Maverick Mindshare. Looking After Your Immune Health when Marathon Training I recently finished Alexi Pappas book ‘ Bravery’ and have folded down a number of the page corners which contain passages or lines that really...
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Runners, these Apple Watch Features are Worth Knowing
This post is in collaboration with Very.co.uk, the Apple Watch Series 7 was kindly gifted for review. I have to say, I’ve been really impressed by the safety features being advertised on the new Apple watch Series 7. The TV adverts are powerful, particularly as...
Cape Town, South Africa Active Travel Guide
When our ski trip was cancelled, we made a last minute plan to fly to South Africa for a week. We flew overnight on the 31st December, which may be my new favourite way to spend New Year's Eve! It meant that whilst I usually plan our holidays months in advance, I...
Roasted Veg Hummus Salad
Roasted Veg Hummus Salad I think that this easy dinner works at any time of the year: just swap any of the veggies for whatever is in season. This also makes a brilliant packed lunch to refuel after a midday workout, or to prepare for an evening session. 1 small head...
Black Bean & Butternut Squash Tacos
Black Bean & Butternut Squash Tacos As you ramp up the intensity in both duration and speed, you need to look to increase your protein intake and your carbohydrate intake. A 3:1 carbohydrate to protein ratio is what we’re looking for, but as long as you’re...
My Essential Running Kit
I think the most common question I'm asked - probably on a daily basis is - what kit do you recommend. Where are your shorts from? What hydration pack should I get? and so on. So here we are - my essential running kit. I update on a regular basis to make sure that I...
Cape Town, South Africa Active Travel Guide
When our ski trip was cancelled, we made a last minute plan to fly to South Africa for a week. We flew overnight on the 31st December, which may be my new favourite way to spend New Year's Eve! It meant that whilst I usually plan our holidays months in advance, I...
Does Natural Deodorant Actually Work for Sweaty Runners?
For the last couple of weeks, I've been testing out natural deodorant vs my traditional roll on. I am a sweaty person and so a good deodorant is key - especially on the days where I run before work or walk from the station and do a quick shower or baby-wipe wash! It...
Roasted Veg Hummus Salad
Roasted Veg Hummus Salad I think that this easy dinner works at any time of the year: just swap any of the veggies for whatever is in season. This also makes a brilliant packed lunch to refuel after a midday workout, or to prepare for an evening session. 1 small head...