As I prepare for another marathon this weekend, I can’t help but acknowledge the whirlwind of emotions that accompany it. Over time, I’ve realised that these feelings, though overwhelming at times, are part of the marathon experience. With race day approaching, I want to share some techniques to help manage those marathon nerves. So, whether …
Records in athletics are meant to be broken, and when they are, they inspire conversations and ignite passions. Tigst Assefa of Ethiopia broke the women’s marathon world record in Berlin on Sunday, surpassing the previous best by over two minutes and clocking an official time of two hours, 11 minutes, and 53 seconds. Bringing women’s …
As a marathon runner, I know importance of proper nutrition and energy supplementation during those gruelling 26.2 miles. Every step, every stride, and every heartbeat counts as we push our bodies to the absolute limits. Every ounce of energy can make a world of difference when you’re out there on the course. My marathon is just three …
‘Not this time’ – the three words most of us are used to seeing when the annual rejection landed in our inboxes. The London Marathon is a bucket list race for a lot of runners in the UK. It is an iconic event with an amazing atmosphere. It’s also very difficult to get into. No matter how disappointed …
I distinctly remember the words ‘never again’ being the first thing to come out of my mouth as I crossed the finish line at the Yorkshire Marathon many years ago. But here I am – currently training for marathon number 14. One thing I’ve learned from all these marathons is the importance of a good …
Christmas is an expensive time of year. Items such as running shoes, watches, earphones and massage guns are all a bit on the spenny side! If you’re looking for more of a purse-friendly present for your running partner, or you want to give someone a hint for yourself, here are a few affordable gifts that won’t break …
