DOMS – the reason you can’t get down the stairs after a race!
My recent marathon was a great reminder of exactly how painful and comical Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness (DOMS) can be! Standing at the top of a set of stairs and…
My Marathon Debrief
My mind has been a big jumble of post marathon thoughts. The morning after the Manchester Marathon I had to get up early, drive 3 and a half hours to…
How Soon Can I Run Again After A Marathon?
After your marathon you might be desperate to get out training again or you might be inclined to hang up your trainers for a while (hopefully not for good!). But…
What to Expect After Your Marathon – part one
I know I haven’t run my marathon yet but I’m already planning the aftermath! The build up to a marathon is immense. It goes on for weeks and weeks and…
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….
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Podcast Episode 1: How to run your first marathon
Do you have ‘Run a marathon’ on your bucket list? If you do, this podcast episode is for you. It’s even more perfect for you if you don’t think you…
London Marathon Madness
I wasn’t running the London Marathon this year but I went down to the ‘big smoke’ to attend an event and cheer on a very special runner. I had an…
Manchester here I come!
So, Sunday is the day! I’ll be lining up on the start line at Old Trafford and only 26.2 miles will be between me and the finish. If I’m honest,…
Marathon Training Update
I’ve been writing so many blogs on why and how you should all be active so I felt it was time for a little update on my own efforts! As…