Fun at the Malaga Marathon
I was pretty excited about heading to the Malaga Marathon. In all honesty I was more excited about having four days away in Spain with my girlfriends than I was…
Quick Question – Is it ok to exercise with a hangover?
Ha! A great question for the festive season. Even the most motivated and focused of us enjoy a night out every now and then but what about the day after…
Quick Question – Can I take paracetamol and ibuprofen together?
Do you have a favourite pain killer that you reach for when a headache, toothache or back pain strikes? What happens when the pain doesn’t seem to ease? A really…
Active Women Interview – meet Kirsten Huesch
After connecting on social media, I met up with Kirsten at the Women In Sport – Empower 18 conference in London in October. Chatting away to her over lunch (whilst…
Malaga Marathon – here I come!
When I’m choosing a challenge I just have to find something that catches my eye and makes me say, “Oooo, I fancy that.” I never quite know what I’m looking…
Quick Question – Is it ok to exercise with a cold?
I’ve lost count of the number of times people have asked me this! It can be incredibly frustrating when you’re in the swing of a fitness routine and suddenly, out…
Inspiring or Intimidating? Just be Proud.
I’ve been pondering the fine balance between being inspiring and being intimidating recently. The thing is, I think as we improve and smash our targets, as we progress in our…
Quick Question – Why does my nose run when I exercise?
You’re finally out the door for a brisk walk, jumping around in your gym class or bouncing your ball on the netball court and before you know it you’re searching…
Hiking in the Howgills
Have you heard of the Howgills? The Howgill Fells are those amazing hills that are on your right as you drive north up the M6 when you’re past Kendal. Everyone…
Active Women Interview – meet Katie Harper
I first met Katie when I discovered Cumbrian Girls Can. I live right on the Lancashire-Cumbria border and have spent many happy working days in Cumbria, I was also aware…