Tag: Fitness
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At some point you have to stop being unhappy and start making positive steps
At some point you have to stop being so unhappy and start making positive steps towards your body image. I feel like now is the time. I have watched the pounds creep in, my portion size increase and weight strain against my clothes. I really believe you should have a positive out look on your […]
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Small healthier changes: running and smoothies
I hope you are well. This blog post is about trying healthier things. I am no expert. I just want to feel fitter and yes I want to fit into my old clothes. This isn’t about fat-shaming or skinny-shaming. I won’t ever be skinny again and that’s okay. As someone who hits forty this year […]
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My five tips for getting back into running CouchTo5k
In 2019 I completed my first half marathon. I ran the majority of it and challenged myself not to walk/ break until my I completed 10 kilometres. I completed it in 2hrs45 and wish I had pushed myself to do it in 2hr30. I didn’t actually enjoy the half marathon it was exhausting but I […]
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Snow boarding japan Yamagata
So firstly if you are just reading this post I should let you know that in March 2020 I honeymoone in Japan. This was at the start of Covid 19 when it was just called the Corona virus and the British government said it was safe to go! So off we flew with the air […]
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After the Marathon
This was my first half marathon so do excuse me for the drama that is about to entail. So as I crossed that finish line and spent up all of my reserves I saw Gavin. Standing in front of me with a can of Coke in one hand and Frank our frenchie in the other. […]
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Fitness update three weeks since I joined the gym, getting up early
So I thought if you are not too bored of this newbieish gym goer then you may like to read this. I am actually on my fourth week now and I am loving it. I am loving the feeling of improving my body. Every time I go I push myself and improve. The results are […]
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Don’t get stuck in a fitness rut: Gym tips I still need to listen to!
I used to go to the gym 3 times a week which looking back wasn’t great but something is definitely better than nothing! But I was stuck in a rut! When they ask to introduce you say yes! I never went upstairs and I never really explored the machines when I should have. Gyms always […]
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Pull ups I will defeat you, just maybe not today
I was late This is not good I also forgot my towel which resulted in a very awkward towel and a very damp journey to work. I also didn’t turn on my Apple workout so I have no stats for today which pissed me off. Today was a challenge but I was ready for it! […]
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Day two, let the tears pour
Day 2 of my 5 day gym challenge Am I allowed to cry? Kidding it definitely wasn’t that bad. My body is a little tired. I had a late-night making wedding nonsense last night and planning my Welcome sign. So excited to share it with you or so much my gym torture. My body is […]
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Morning routine getting into the fitness groove.
I stopped going to the gym because I wanted to save the money and the puppy meant that I was just wasting money. I had to walk him twice a day so I wasn’t going to the gym at all. But I missed it. I was going 3 times a week after work. My local […]