What are plyometrics? How can they help you and what to watch out for! Plus some exercises to get you started! Ok, so what am I talking about? Plyometric exercises are moves that focus on increasing your speed-strength (or power). They are also known as explosive exercises and these are particularly useful for those who play […] Read more…
Samsung Gear Fit Review
I own a Samsung Gear Fit and I wear it almost 24/7 so I thought I would be able to give you a pretty good idea about what it is, does and most importantly whether it’s worth buying? Sports watches are one of those things that you know are going to cost you – they […] Read more…
Volvo Life Paint Review – Runner Style!
So thanks to my husband being handed this nifty can at a train station in London by way of a freebie – Thanks, Volvo – I got to test out this new Volvo Life Paint! As an avid runner, I don’t like to make excuses about the dark but I have to say my budget […] Read more…
The Pro’s & Con’s of Running With Music
Running with music is a widely contested subject, here is where I weigh in There has been a lot of debate in the running community about whether or not to run with music. It seems to depend on the person. I am categorically pro music (for now), I cannot run any other way and I […] Read more…
Motivational 10k Race Playlist
Who doesn’t love a race playlist! Here’s one of my favorites Music is a real motivator and one that I use frequently to help me during training and racing. It is something that helps me to stay focused and not think about the harsh breathing or pain in my legs! I generally change my music […] Read more…
Tips For Running In The Winter
Running in the winter can be beautiful, scenic and at times better than running in the summer but you have to be prepared, stock up and know the harsh realities out there. As someone who was incredibly under-prepared for her first winter running season and with the temperature rapidly dropping (it is the UK after […] Read more…
The Dos and Don’ts of Running in the Dark
Running in the dark is an important skill that you need to master all year round, however coming into winter when the days are shorter makes it even more important If you have just started running you may feel apprehensive about running in the dark and this can stop you from going out. Although you […] Read more…
Winter Running Kit Essentials
Winter running can be brutal but here are some kit essentials to keep you fit and injury-free! Winter is coming! Some people “hibernate” in winter and either take their workouts indoors or to the gym. I have a home elliptical, which I love BUT if you’re not running (at least a little) in the winter […] Read more…
Films For Motivation
In need of motivation? If you are adamant you want to sit in front of the TV, what better way than to watch something that inspires you to get up and do something afterwards? I do a lot of home workouts so putting on a motivating film really helps me to push myself harder and keep me […] Read more…
My Weight Loss Timeline in pictures
My son was born in Jan 2012 and rather than lose “the baby weight” I just obliviously, continued to put weight on On my 21st birthday, (April 2013) I weighed just over 14stone which for my 5ft 2” frame puts my BMI at 36.6 and firmly classed me as clinically obese. At the time I […] Read more…