I was a huge fan of the Jules and Sarah podcast (a fully fledged member of the Port Salut Crew, I’ll have you know). Their weekly chats and tales of Ken and June’s antics filled my lengthy commutes to and from the office. They made me laugh out loud and feel like I had two gloriously witty …
This weekend I stepped into a little bubble of joy, calm, creativity and connection. I’m talking about the Happy Place Festival, which took over Gunnersbury Park on the 12th and 13th of July. I left feeling uplifted, sun-kissed and inspired. Thinking about going next year or the Cheshire festival this August? Consider this your nudge. …
So, you’ve signed up for a race, but it’s months away. You’re probably feeling excited, but also maybe a little eager to dive straight into intense training. Hold on, though, there’s no need to rush! While securing your race spot is an exciting milestone and the anticipation can be a huge motivator, it’s easy to …
Whether you’re gearing up for your first race or chasing a shiny new PB, one of the most common questions runners ask is, what’s a good 10K time? The truth is, there’s no one-size-fits-all answer. A “good” 10K time depends on your experience, fitness level, age, and even gender. But don’t worry, I’ve broken it all down …
Last night in Paris, Faith Kipyegon reminded the world exactly why she’s a running legend. Faith Kipyegon, 31, set her sights on becoming the first woman to run a sub-four-minute mile. She narrowly missed it with a 4:06.42 finish, but still ran the fastest mile ever by a woman. Faith took on the challenge at …
I’ve been blogging for over ten years now, creating informative running content, race reviews, marathon training insights, gear round-ups and practical tips that help real people become better runners. It’s been a journey fuelled by early morning long runs, race-day highs (and lows) and a love for sharing the reality of running, not just the …
If you’ve ever typed “how long does it take to enjoy running” into Google, you’re not alone. It’s one of those questions that almost every new runner has at some point, usually mid-run, wondering why their legs feel like lead and why on earth people choose this as a hobby. The truth? It takes time. …
For what must be the 11th or 12th time (I’ve lost count), it’s a no from me – applying for the London Marathon ballot has become a yearly tradition. But while London gets all the hype, it’s not the only marathon worth running. The UK is full of brilliant road marathons that offer everything from …
