Fastest Known Times (FKT) to run the Grampians Peaks Trail (GTP) from Mt Zero car park to Dunkeld. (North to South) North to South Males Place Name Time Date 1 Michael Dunstan 24:01:33 24.11.2023 2 Matthew Crehan 25:25:16 24.11.2023 3 Chris Mcauliffe 26:02:23 24.11.2023 4 Luke Barrett 28:10:25 24.11.2023 5 Daniel Hughes 29:21:47 24.11.2023 Females […]
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Trail Tales and Taming the Perimenopause Beast Hey fellow runners, especially those of you navigating the glorious, chaotic mess that is your 40s! Let’s be real, running isn’t always sunshine and PB’s. Sometimes, it’s a battle against our own bodies, a test of mental fortitude, and a whole lot of “WTF is happening?!” moments. If
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Reigniting Curiosity in Gen Z As a mum, a manager, and someone who thrives on pushing my limits through fitness and personal development, I’ve noticed a trend that’s been niggling at me: a seeming lack of inherent curiosity in some members of Generation Z. Now, before the internet explodes, let me be clear – this
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My 5:30 AM Wake-Up Call The clock read 5:30 AM. The world outside was still draped in the pre-dawn darkness, a quiet hush only occasionally broken by the rustle of leaves or the distant hum of a vehicle. My destination? The gym, a beacon of light in the inky blackness. I was minding my own
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Let’s talk about walking. Not as a separate activity, but as an integral part of your running journey. If you’re anything like I was when I first started, the idea of walking during a run might feel like admitting defeat. I get it. There’s this weird, unspoken rule that “real” runners don’t walk. But honestly?
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We’ve all been there. The alarm goes off, and the thought of getting that workout in feels less appealing than staying snuggled under the covers. Motivation, like the weather, can be unpredictable. Some days it’s abundant, others it’s nowhere to be found. So, how do I find that spark when it’s hiding? Here’s my toolkit
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My Tips for Time Management Life is a marathon, not a sprint, and sometimes, it feels like I’m running both simultaneously! As a runner and gym goer, navigating the beautiful chaos of life, I’ve learned that time management is crucial. It’s the key to fitting in those kilometres, managing work, and still having a life
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My Journey to Rediscovering My Enthusiasm January. Brimming with the promise of a fresh start, I decided to dive headfirst into something I honestly expected to loathe: Alex Banayan’s 30-day journaling challenge. The premise was simple, almost deceptively so: Every day, answer three questions: Thirty days. Three questions. Repeat. I envisioned it as a tedious
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“Balance.” That’s my word for 2025. It’s a simple word, but it carries so much weight. For me, it represents the quest to find harmony in all areas of my life: work, home, family, and, of course, my fitness journey. Like many of us, I’ve struggled to juggle it all. Finding that sweet spot between
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I’m sitting here, staring at the 2025 SAAC running syllabus and I’m… well, I’m shattered. Disappointed. Angry. Annoyed. All of the above, really. For those who don’t know, SAAC (Stawell Amateur Athletic Club) has been my running home since 2012. It’s where I fell in love with running, where I forged lifelong friendships, where I
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By Lindsey Kelk Publication Date: July 4, 2024Genre: Contemporary, RomanceRating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐🌶️🌶️ ¾ Love Story: More Than Just a Swiftie Wink (and Yes, I Fell For It) Lindsey Kelk’s “Love Story” landed in my hands with a certain… inevitability. Let’s be real, the title is a siren call to any self-respecting Swiftie. Did I succumb? Absolutely. And you
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