“The journey of a thousand miles begins with one step.” Lao Tzu Every single great achievement starts with one single action. Runners often focus on the end goal like completing a race or hitting a personal best. Sometimes they forget it is crucial to recognise the value of each step Read more…
Some say runners are obsessive, driven, slightly unhinged, and maybe a bit masochistic. For me, I’m all that, plus an advocate for self-hypnosis and meditation. Let me tell you, when life throws you a literal curveball mid-marathon, these practices have a way of kicking in—without you even having to sit Read more…
Your running journey is an adventure of self-discovery. On this journey, you will grow and embrace a mental resilience you did not know existed. The countless opportunities that running can provide you with will see you challenging yourself, overcoming obstacles and achieving those personal goals. To enable you to encourage long-term Read more…
The Secret to Steady Progress in Running is To Stay Motivated Everyone loves an expedition and running is just that. It is a journey that demands, dedication, persistence and most of all motivation. It is not just about putting a pair of trainers on and putting one foot in front of Read more…
Stay Flexible: Because Life Loves Throwing Curveballs You know what your goals are, you have written them down, and now you are briming with confidence and charging ahead. Of course—life happens. You might well have planned everything down to the last detail but suddenly you come down with a cold, Read more…
If it’s not on Strava it didn’t happen! Similarly, if it’s not written down, did it even happen? You make a promise to yourself when you set a goal. If that goal is not written down, it is so easy for it to slip through the cracks of everyday life. Think about Read more…
Break Down Your Goals: Tackling a big goal can sometimes feel like you are staring up at Mount Everest and wondering, “How on earth am I going to climb that?” Break down your goals into smaller, bite-sized pieces (chuck it) you will then find you are not paralysed by the Read more…
Setting SMART Goals: The Key to Running Success You’ve decided you would like to take your running to the next level, but when it comes to setting goals, you’re stuck with vague ambitions like “I want to run faster.” Sounds inspiring, but it’s about as helpful as a treadmill in Read more…
Begin by Envisioning Success with Clarity To lay a strong foundation for personal growth, it’s essential to start with a clear vision of what you want to achieve. Whether you’re setting goals for your running or personal life, defining your vision with clarity helps you map out your path and Read more…
In the quest for enhanced performance and quicker recovery, runners are increasingly exploring holistic approaches. Aromatherapy benefits for runners are gaining traction for its potential to enhance both the physical and mental aspects of running. Here’s how integrating aromatherapy into your running routine can be a game-changer. The Science Behind Read more…