Quickie Workout #32

Quickie Workout #32

Remember to go for QUALITY over quantity. If you are unclear what the exercise is I am describing, please look for a video or arrange for an in-person tutorial with me.  Please consult your doctor before engaging on any fitness regime.  Don’t forget to breathe!...
Marathon training update

Marathon training update

After drifting through lockdown without a goal, I was super excited to sign up for the Authentic Athens Marathon (gifted entry).  Six weeks into my training and it is going well so far.  First off, I am hitting the miles, having skipped only two runs so far because I...
Quickie Workout #31

Quickie Workout #31

Remember to go for QUALITY over quantity. If you are unclear what the exercise is I am describing, please look for a video or arrange for an in-person tutorial with me.  Please consult your doctor before engaging on any fitness regime.  Don’t forget to breathe!...
Quickie Workout #30

Quickie Workout #30

This is the 30th Quickie Workout (can you believe it?). Perform all the action below for 30 repetitions in celebration.  Remember to go for QUALITY over quantity especially as this session is not by time, but by reps. If you are unclear what the exercise is I am...
Guest post: Matt’s final 24

Guest post: Matt’s final 24

This is the last in my guest post series by my friend, Matt.  Lockdown inspired him to become a runner and he even ran an ultra for fun.  This is his account of the second half of his 4x4x48 challenge. Run 7: Friday 26 June @ 8pm Music: Deetron essential mix Finally...
Quickie Workout #29

Quickie Workout #29

Light weights would be handy for this workout. Be creative with items you have around the house (such as bottle of water or tins of soup). You can use a kitchen timer to keep track of your intervals. Remember to go for QUALITY over quantity. If you are unclear what...
Guest post: Matt’s first 24 hours

Guest post: Matt’s first 24 hours

Today we are back with Matt’s account of the first 24 hours of his 48 hour challenge.  You can read about his training for this 4x4x48 challenge here.  Come back next Tuesday to read how it all ended. Run 1: Thursday 25 June @ 8pm Music: None First of 12 runs...
Quickie Workout #28

Quickie Workout #28

Some of the exercises today require a resistance band, Pilates ring, or dumbbells. Be creative and use items from around the house (such as a bungee cord, pillow, or cans of soup). You can use a kitchen timer to keep track of your intervals. Remember to go for QUALITY...
UK Staycation with Field Studies Council

UK Staycation with Field Studies Council

Travelling is one of my passions.  Living in the UK, I have been very lucky to explore much of Europe and even further afield due to my husband being a lecturer.  Covid has ruined all the travel plans we had for this year, and possibly next year too.  The walls of our...
Guest post: Lockdown running challenge

Guest post: Lockdown running challenge

Lockdown has inspired many people to start running.  With the gyms closed, no team sports allowed, and lots of sunshine, many people took to their feet.  Running is one of the most accessible and affordable sports out there.  All you needs is a pair of shoes (not even...