I haven’t been able to run properly for around 5 to 6 weeks now. Unfortunately a few weeks back, I injured my leg and have been trying to my best (despite the odd ‘test’ run) to rest. Being injured is very frustrating, even more so when you’re training for an event. On October 7th, I’ll…
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The delicateness of life
Read moreThe older I get, the more worried I become about potential situations we could face. 2018 hasn’t been an easy year for my husband and I. He’s been plagued with ill health for much of the year. At beginning of 2018 he was diagnosed with high blood pressure following a stroke, and since then he’s…
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But doc, can I still run?
Read moreOh the frustration of being a runner, or any sportswoman or man for that matter, is when you’re injured. This is made even more frustrating when everywhere you go, everyone appears to be doing the sport you’re currently unable to do! In my case, running! Whilst training for my first half marathon last year I…
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4 best ways to stay fit forever
Read moreExercise is like a lubricating oil for the fitness of homo sapiens. But it’s not that easy as it seems due to our life style. In this world of competition and comparison, people are struggling hard to beat the heat of life standards and luxuries. We strenuous people barely have a time for ourselves. Following…
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10 Things That Make Me Happy
Read moreI was recently tagged in the 10 Things That Make Me Happy tag by Bound For Somewhere. You can read her post here. So without further ado, and in no particular order here are 10 things that make me happy. 1. My husband and children. Yes, it’s a cliche and it’s the ‘obvious answer’ that…
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Keeping Healthy and Losing Weight
Read moreKeeping Healthy and Losing Weight We all know that keeping physically healthy is great, not only for your body but also for the mind. Being active can reap benefits such as improved sleep, more energy, and reduced weight. However, did you know that keeping your gut healthy is just as important to your overall health…
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Make This Your Healthiest Summer Yet: Goals That Are Actually Achievable
Read moreMany of us take our health for granted. The trouble is that we never really know what’s around the corner, and often, it takes an unexpected scare to make us evaluate our lifestyles and introduce changes. If you’re guilty of underestimating the importance of good health, why not make it your mission to enjoy the…
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My Favourite Running Routes in Cardiff
Read moreAs someone who enjoys to run outdoors, I thought I would share with you my favourite places to run in Cardiff. I feel very lucky to live in a city that has lots of parks and scenic areas. Within close proximity to my house are so many beautiful places to run. Here are my favourites.…
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I’ve discovered Barre Fitness and I love it!
Read moreEarlier this week I wrote a blog post about how I’ll be running the London Marathon next year. As someone who is a keen runner, I’ve decided that I’d like to incorporate some strength training into my running. This is mainly to reduce my risk of injury. Whilst training for the Cardiff half marathon last…