The Challenge of Consistent Running Through Menopause
One of the keys to good running is consistency. Running regularly over a long period of time brings great results in terms of running performance and health gains. Most runners…
Tips for Success in Running Mind Games
I don’t know about you but I have a lot of conversations with myself – in my head. This is particularly the case when it comes to running. There’s often…
Running, Menopause and (lack of) Self-Confidence
Are you ‘older and wiser’? Are you feeling more confident in yourself, your values and what you want from life? Not suffering fools gladly and happy to say, ‘No’? Many…
Headphones or not on the Long Runs?
I’ve gone from being a runner who quietly shook her head at runners with headphones to one who makes sure her ear buds are fully charged before the long run….
Why do my Trainers Smell so Bad?
Why do trainers smell so bad and what can you do to prevent the smell from happening? How do you keep your sneakers smelling sweet? There’s nothing like opening the…
How strong are your feet?
As a runner I’m sure you’re aware of the need to do strength and conditioning exercises to make sure your core and glutes are strong but do you do any…
How I get my Running Habit Back on Track
You’re busy, or ill, and you miss a run. No big deal. Then you miss another, and then another, and suddenly it’s weeks or even months since you ran. The…
Why am I running so slowly?
Have you found your running is gradually getting slower? Are you trying to run faster but not making any progress? Are you frustrated and asking yourself, “Why is my running…
What has running given you?
I was running this morning and as usual I started reflecting! Why am I out here running? What is is about running that’s so great? What has it added to…
6 Tips for Getting Back to Running After a Break
I’ve been taking my return to running post-Covid VERY slowly. I tried to follow the recent guidelines in the British Medical Journal . I didn’t want to take any chances…