When I went into my half marathon, this past Sunday, I was hopeful I was going to get a personal best (PB) but two things helped to take the pressure off. First, I knew that all the KMs that I am clocking up (race or training) are all going toward My Mind Miles 1000 mileage 2018 target. The second thing is that, if I didn’t … Continue reading Poll: When do you book your next race?
After the running bug has bitten you, you might start entering races. And if you are entering races, you might set goals for yourself. Often you’ll start off just wanting to finish a new distance (in one piece) and then you might want to get a certain time. It is the latter, which might cause you to lose your running mojo 😱. You see, not … Continue reading When it doesn’t go to plan…
About two years ago, I was introduced to Sweatshop Running Community (SRC), and it’s so great, I wanted to share it with you. Sweatshop is a running apparel store, and they do weekly group runs – free of charge. (click here to find if you have a sweatshop near you) So how did it all start for me? Two years ago, my neighbour Jennie suggested … Continue reading Find out about: SRC
Today, was Dinee’s first Park Run. He loved it. He doesn’t really look like a runner, he’s got short stumpy legs, and a hefty torso, and a very strange long neck, and well, he’s green. None of the other runners gave him a second glance. In fact, he didn’t do too much running, he was cuddled most of the way while I pushed my 3-year-old … Continue reading Do you look like a runner?
I would love everyone to run, I’ve fallen in love with it, so basically everyone must see what I see, and love it too. But don’t worry, I’m not some mad woman on an evangelical-running-fitness crusade. On the other hand, show me an inkling of interest in running, and I’ll… well, run with it🏃🏃♀️. So, the other day I was asked by Eben’s pre-school teacher, … Continue reading How can I get started?
Some runners are minimalists – vest, shorts, shoes – out the door. Others like the whole kit and caboodle – gadgets, watches, hydration pack. Where do you sit, what are the pieces of kit you can’t run without? Continue reading Poll: I can’t run without my…
I never ever ran with anyone. I breath a bit funny when I run, and the idea of talking while I ran, just insane 😜. I remember those long (I use the term long very loosely) warm-up runs, I’d make sure to move away from the chatty pack and run on my own, lest someone here me breath, or gasp…struggle. Then for years I just … Continue reading Run Chat
I’ve seen many articles, both on and offline, about the best running kit, and I worry that it makes this whole running malarkey seem quite elitist and expensive. Someone said that your kit improves as you get more serious about your running, but I think that’s bollocks. I’m pretty serious about my running and some of my favourite kit is from Primark, and it works, … Continue reading The Ultimate Get Your Run Kit on the Cheap Guide
I’m not as fast as I used to be, and that’s okay… mostly. Could I get back to those fast PBs? Yes, I surely hope so. I know I’ll only get back there if I put in the work. What that magic formula is, speed work, adding to the distance, hill runs, I’m not 100% sure, but I’m trying… mostly. But sometimes, I’m not trying. … Continue reading Do I care about speed?
When it comes to running and juggling family life, there is a whole host of guilt that can sometimes come along for the ride. Mostly my kids and husband are proud and happy for me to be out running and being a fitter, healthier person – and a great role model to boot. But sometimes, Mummy’s out the door at bath/bed time or early in … Continue reading Two little white lies I tell
Running Milestones 