It's been a couple of weeks since I did my trail race before flying to the UK, but I decided I'd best write it up otherwise I would forget. How could I forget though - it was a crazy hot day! I had originally entered to run the 8k race but my friend who was... Continue Reading →
Running Goals for 2017
As I started writing this post yesterday I was sat looking out of the window at the rain pouring down! It has been so sticky lately - I hoped that the rain would lighten the humidity - but no - it has stayed humid. Today has been slightly better but I am actually looking forward to... Continue Reading →
Getting back into running after moving to a new area
Whatever it is in life we are doing where there are other people involved, there is one thing we tend to want, and that is acceptance. Moving to a new area, starting a new job and even something as simple as finding people to run with can be stressful, and also make you feel vulnerable in terms... Continue Reading →
Moving, snakes, and trail running
What a few weeks it has been. In fact what a year it has been! I feel like I have neglected both my running and this blog from a consistency point of view. Both have often seemed in the 'too hard' bucket at times when I have been tired, demotivated or just darn right fed... Continue Reading →
A week of highs, lows and running on the trails
Since I last wrote I have struggled a little bit with my training - but feel like I am pushing through the other side now which is awesome. I don't find running easy, and I think most runners would agree it never get's easier because you are always pushing yourself harder, even when you improve!... Continue Reading →
A weekend of hot park and trail running!
Hope you had a great weekend. Mine was full of running 🙂 and it was very hot! Saturday - parkrun time On Saturday I ran the Rocks Riverside parkrun with my lovely friend - I'm not a huge fan of that particular course as there is no shade and so on a warm day it's quite... Continue Reading →
A trail run in the dark up Mount Cootha
I recently met a friend who invited me to run up Mount Cootha in the evening with her and her friends/running group, so I figured that since I am now on the mend from being sick and my back injury that I would give it a go. I have to say it was one of... Continue Reading →