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
Guest Blog: John O’Groats to Lands End, Marathons, Cookbooks and Other Adventures
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
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?
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…
Why? Why these challenges…
I often get asked why – why are you doing these challenges? why are you supporting Make-A-Wish UK? In response, I thought I would share a few updates each Monday in which I will share some of the answers and reasons. In this second, of three, updates I wanted to share some of the thoughts … Continue reading Why? Why these challenges…
Challenge 7 – London to Brighton (and back)
I've never really been a big planner - I tend to think of something and then just do it and hope it works out. My life has always been very month to month - I've got a very clear vision of what I want for the future, I just don't normally get in to the … Continue reading Challenge 7 – London to Brighton (and back)
Guy Stapleford Ultra 