In the lead up to my own John O'Groats to Land's End cycling challenge I asked fellow fundraiser and Wish Dad, Tony Frobisher, to write a guest blog. His journey are inspirational, his and Milla's is a story that has touched my heart and been a source of motivation as the challenges got tougher. So … Continue reading Guest Blog: John O’Groats to Lands End, Marathons, Cookbooks and Other Adventures
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Active Root – Review
Ok, so first things first - what is Active Root? What they say "Active Root is a sports drink company committed to delivering innovative natural sports drinks to athletes of all levels. We use natural root ginger to help keep athlete's stomachs settled and balanced during exercise. Our goal is to provide a product that … Continue reading Active Root – Review
Fueling the JOGLE Challenge – The basics
Good nutrition is important for everyone, as combined with physical activity a good balanced diet can help you to reach and maintain a healthy weight, reduce your risk of chronic diseases (like heart disease and cancer), and promote your overall health. For anyone participating in sport and exercise will know how not eating properly can affect performance. … Continue reading Fueling the JOGLE Challenge – The basics
The JOGLE Challenge – What is it?
JOGLE, if you didn't know is simply the first letters of the start and end points of this challenge - John O'Groats to Land's End. This ‘End to End’ journey is an iconic and epic cycling challenge and for any cyclist is a true test of stamina and determination. So, why do so many people want to do it? I … Continue reading The JOGLE Challenge – What is it?
Big Fun Run Milton Keynes
So October saw two running challenges in the space of 2 weeks...although this later run was not intended to be a physical challenge for me, as I was joined by my two girls for their first run. The Big Fun Run is a series of non- timed events all over the Country, so it really … Continue reading Big Fun Run Milton Keynes
Bournemouth Marathon
I went to University and lived in Bournemouth for a number of years and always welcome the opportunity to go back whenever I can. So signing up for a running event there was a no brainer, I therefore entered the marathon as a bit of a 'home coming' race and knowing it was late in … Continue reading Bournemouth Marathon
Ealing Half Marathon
What a weekend – firstly on Friday supporting Wish Dad Tony on his attempt to cycle the 200 miles from Worcester to Eastbourne and then on Sunday running Ealing Half Marathon. For the last three weeks I have been focused on getting myself ready for these two events, trying to get my tendinitis under control … Continue reading Ealing Half Marathon
My cycling journey…
Before December 2016 I had never owned a road bike, in March 2017 I rode one for the first time, so as its Cycle to Work day tomorrow I thought I would share my experiences of getting in to cycling. Before these challenges I have over the years owned a couple of bikes, a standard … Continue reading My cycling journey…
Challenge 9 – Thames Path 24hr Challenge
On Sunday 27 August I set out to take on my 9th challenge of 2017, walking from Tower Bridge in London to Henley Bridge, 80 miles along the scenic Thames Path National Trail. The walk started in glorious sunshine and with it being a Bank Holiday weekend central London was full of people making the … Continue reading Challenge 9 – Thames Path 24hr Challenge
Thames Path 24hr Challenge – Itinerary
So we are fast approaching another Bank Holiday weekend and I am sure most people are looking forward to laying in bed, relaxing and possibly taking in a nice walk if the weather holds. For me this August Bank Holiday weekend will see another challenge being undertaken - the Miles for Wishes Challenge 9 - … Continue reading Thames Path 24hr Challenge – Itinerary
Guy Stapleford Ultra 