I was lucky enough to get my hands on some Icebreaker Merino bodyfit underwear, courtesy of Wiggle and Icebreaker. According to the box the New York Times called these “Wool with sex appeal”, so instantly I knew that was some action I wanted to get in on. So here’s my review of these sexy shorts. … Continue reading Icebreaker Anatomica long boxers – Review
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Committing to a training plan
Committing to a plan I recently posted about my training plan for January. I am now two weeks in to that plan and wanted to share some of my thoughts on training, why and how I came up with this plan. I’ve set my 2018 goals – to run more and faster - and challenges … Continue reading Committing to a training plan
Why exercise and adventure is my new drug
Why did you want to become active, did you have a moment when you realised something had to change?
What next?
Miles for Wishes was a year of challenges all in aid of Make-A-Wish UK. With 2018 fast approaching, thoughts naturally turn to “What next?” I love Make-A-Wish and what they do and I will continue to be an active supporter and fundraiser for them, how could I not be after what has been an amazing … Continue reading What next?
Two sides to every story
There are two sides to every story and my year of challenges in aid of Make-A-Wish UK certainly has that. I have no real connection to Make-A-Wish – I’ve not been granted or involved in a wish – it is a Charity that I felt does something that is simply brilliant. Make-A-Wish grant the one … Continue reading Two sides to every story
JOGLE kit list – Top 10
I shared a little video of the equipment and clothing being taken on my 9 day, 950 mile John O’Groats to Land’s End cycling challenge. I wanted to follow that up with a few blogs about how I got on. So, here’s a really quick run-down of the 10 absolute best things I took with … Continue reading JOGLE kit list – Top 10
Cycling, a List to end all Lists
What have I learnt on my first long distance cycling challenge? Here's my list to end all lists of all things cycling.
My favorite cycling recipes
I love cooking and I love to eat healthily, but its always nice to have something that's both good and feels like a treat when you've been out on the bike. So here are just a few of my 'go to' recipes that work for your lunch box or as a post ride / … Continue reading My favorite cycling recipes
Inspirational John O’Groats to Land’s End stories
In the lead up to my own JOGLE challenge I’ve been looking at how just a few other incredible people have achieved the same end to end challenge, albeit in very different ways. My challenge pales in to insignificance against some of the efforts noted below – but this comes to a point that I … Continue reading Inspirational John O’Groats to Land’s End stories
Fueling the JOGLE Challenge with Soreen
Ever since I was in short pants I’ve been eating Soreen Malt Loaf (thanks Mum!) as a great after school pick me up. Fast forward 25 (or so…) years and I think I’ve been missing a trick here, as it turns out the sporting elite are munching down on this energy-rich snack too. This has … Continue reading Fueling the JOGLE Challenge with Soreen
Guy Stapleford Ultra 