You’ve seen the little acronym everywhere - HIIT. Everyone is talking about it, doing it, or posting about doing it, and you may be thinking about having a go at it too. The problem is, if you prefer reading about these workouts without the usual noise about fat burning, chiseling and toning, then it can […]
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How to Start Running Your OWN Race
I remember my first Triathlon like it was yesterday. I was so emotional walking my bike down to transition that I had to keep my riding glasses on, so no one could see I was crying. I had worked and trained so hard for this moment and I was in the process of fulfilling a […]
A Mindful Approach to Training - Part 2
2015 is in full swing and I can sense there is a great deal of EPIC in the air - a good sign that there have been some pretty amazing and ambitious goals set for this year! From aiming to increase your race distance or your training load, or simply biting the bullet and starting a sport you have […]
3 Reasons Why Training for ‘You’ Now, Has Never Been More Important
I know that this month’s post was meant to be about the power of Mindfulness in enhancing training efforts, and indeed that post was prepared and ready to go - until I felt a very strong need to discuss something else. So I apologise for the diversion in topics but I hope you still find […]
9 Words That Will Change Your Mental Game - Part 1
Before I start my first post, I would like to say how honoured I am to be contributing to this amazing site that celebrates the physical diversity of athleticism and encourages people of all shapes and sizes to give credit to their athletic lifestyles and abilities. I am looking forward to covering a great range […]