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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My Evolving Relationship with Running The sun beat down on my back as I navigated the never-ending tracks. My legs ached, my breath rasped, but a wild grin stretched across my face. This was the 50km Surf Coast Century, and I was conquering it! But that was 2019. These days, the thought of pushing myself
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Let’s face it, my adventure tank was running on fumes. But then, BAM! Tom drops a surprise like a ninja with a picnic basket. “Shower, lunch, pack your bags, adventure awaits!” he declares. Kids occupied, snacks and water secured, we set off. First stop: Paddy’s Castle, a place I hadn’t seen in a decade. Talk
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The Easter Bunny must have overslept! It was a sleepy start to the SAAC club run, the last hurrah of the school holidays. Despite the lower turnout, the sound of tiny footsteps from the sub-juniors filled the air with a different kind of excitement. My training plan chirped about an easy 90-minute run, but let’s
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