How to stay safe and warm in winter

How to stay safe and warm in winter

Dark mornings and nights during the winter months make it tough to hit the pavement (regardless of the temperature outside).  Many people use exercising outdoors as a way to release stress and meet up with like-minded friends.  It is probably even more important for...
OAG Avoriaz ski trip

OAG Avoriaz ski trip

Have you ever booked a holiday with twelve strangers? That’s exactly what I did in January when I joined the Outdoor Adventure Girls (OAG) annual ski trip to Avoriaz, France. With limited friends who ski and a husband tied up with work, I decided to try the group ski...
Quotes to help motivate you

Quotes to help motivate you

Words have incredible power, especially when it comes to motivation and achieving success. Many top athletes swear by mantras they repeat during tough times, while successful business leaders often hang inspiring quotes in their offices. As the Happiness Personal...
Sunny skiing in Cervinia

Sunny skiing in Cervinia

Spring skiing offers a unique experience that can’t be beaten. Blue skies, warmer temperatures, and abundant sunshine elevate your mood while on the slopes. A ski holiday is always a great time, but add in the opportunity to enjoy a cold drink under the sun, and...
Where to learn to ski in the UK

Where to learn to ski in the UK

The tallest peak in Great Britain is 1345m at Ben Nevis in Scotland.  This is a far cry from the Alps in Europe (4810m at Mount Blanc) or Scandinavia (2469m at Galdhøpiggen).  On average, the UK gets 13 days of laying snowfall a year.  These stats make it very...
Race Review: Tokyo Marathon 2024

Race Review: Tokyo Marathon 2024

Many years ago, a friend challenged me to run 52 marathons in 52 weeks.  I said absolutely not but I will do the Abbott World Marathon Majors instead.  Fast forward 10 years later and she has run several hundred marathons and I am struggling to complete my 6 stars. ...
How to pack for a ski trip

How to pack for a ski trip

Winter ski season is here and many people will be headed out soon for quality time on the slopes.  It can be hard to know what to pack and how to maximize your luggage space, especially when the airlines keep changing the rules, so I though I would share my tips on...