Forget your average jog around the track. This week’s club run was a full-blown relay race – the “Lofty Legs” – a tribute to our unforgettable member, Keith Lofthouse. Lofty? A character! He’d butcher your name (affectionately, of course) but always had a listening ear and a story (or two) to share. And the prizes? […]
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Why the Journey Matters More Than the PB Not that long ago I wrote about why races are about the journey, not the destination. Yet, when I first started my running journey, I became obsessed with pace, times, and that ever-elusive personal best (PB). It would be years of running and dipping my toe in
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Life’s been a whirlwind! Between family and work, I haven’t been able to hit the SAAC club runs since April. But today was different. Today was the legendary Steven Baird aka Squeak’s Run, infamous for its brutal finisher – Bonnie Dundee Hill. Let me tell you, the weather was epic. Crisp sunshine, zero wind –
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We all know the importance of asking questions. It’s a cornerstone of learning and growth. At some point in your life, you will be asking the question of Why? Now while the Why question is important in revealing your fundamental truth, there is one question that often gets overlooked. How, can I do that? This
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Calling all adventurers! Ever since the Tarawera Ultramarathon opened registration, you can’t stop thinking about ultramarathons. But that little voice asks, “Can I really do this?” The answer? Yes, you can! Ultramarathons (races longer than a marathon) are tough but amazing. Here’s how to turn that FOMO into a thrilling challenge. First, pick the perfect
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By Stacy Sims Publication Date: May 17, 2022Genre: Non-Fiction, Health, Fitness, Self-helpRating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ If you are a woman aged 35 or over, and do any type of sport then this book is for you. My mum never really talked about her transition through Menopause. I don’t blame her, she didn’t have her mum (who died when she
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We all know the feeling. You’re cruising down a beautiful trail, feeling strong and connected to nature. Then, BAM! You misstep, and you find yourself falling with style, or you take a wrong turn, adding a frustrating detour to your run. Mistakes on the trail can be disheartening, but here’s the secret: they’re also essential
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From ActivEquip Staying Seen and Warm For early morning runs in the winter, visibility and warmth are two non-negotiables. I recently picked up the Proviz REFLECT360 Women’s Long Sleeve Top in both white and lilac to see if it could tick both boxes. Here’s what I found after putting it through its paces on a
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From “Ugh” to “Wow!”: (Yes, You Can!) Let’s talk about conquering those “I-can’t-do-this” moments. We’ve all been there, staring down a challenge that feels like Mount Everest in thongs (aka flip-flops). This week, it was a 90-minute run on my training plan. 90 minutes? Easy peasy, right? I’ve run for five hours before! But life,
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We all love a good personal best (PB). That feeling of pushing your limits and seeing a new number on the clock is undeniably satisfying. But what if I told you that the true magic of races lies elsewhere, in the experience itself? The Race as a Celebration: Coming down the finish chute of the
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