Embarking on your first marathon is an exhilarating experience. The prospect of pushing your limits and achieving new milestones is exciting, but it’s crucial to prioritise your body’s well-being along the way. Here are my tips to help you prevent and manage common running injuries during your marathon training. Start Slow and Gradual: One of …
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Setting a realistic marathon time goal
Running a marathon is both challenging and exhilarating, especially for beginners. Your first marathon is guaranteed to be a personal best, marking the first time you’ve covered such a distance. Setting a goal finish time can give you something to work towards during training. A goal time provides a clear focal point for your workouts …
Marathon fuelling for first-time marathoner
With spring marathon training in full swing, now is the time for marathon runners to carefully plan their marathon fuelling strategy. But what exactly is fuelling? If this is your first marathon this can all seem a little overwhelming. Everyone is different – what proves effective for an influencer on TikTok may not necessarily work …
Couch to 5K: A Beginner’s Guide
We’ve all been there – wrapped up in a cosy blanket, binge-watching the latest Netflix series (you must watch Fool Me Once if you haven’t seen it). Who says you can’t turn that binge-watching energy into something productive? Say goodbye to the sedentary lifestyle, and let’s dust off those running shoes hiding in the cupboard. …
Confidence Unlocked: A woman’s guide to doing things solo
Empowering Solo Ventures for Women: Break free from societal norms, conquer anxiety, and embrace the joy of solo adventures. Your self-discovery journey begins here! In a world that often emphasises the importance of companionship, there is a unique strength in embracing solitude. Too often, I see young girls on social media expressing their desire to …
Battling Blue Monday: Trying to make the most depressing day better
Blue Monday, often touted as the most depressing day of the year, typically falls on the third Monday of January. It’s derived from a formula that factors things such as weather, debt, time since Christmas, motivation levels, and those post-holiday blues. Many people feel a bit ‘meh’ as the festivities fade away and the reality of …