As the year comes to a close, it’s tempting to rush straight into new goals, plans, and promises. New mileage. New races. A “better” version of ourselves. But before you do any of that, I want to invite you to pause. This year, one of my biggest lessons with running Read more
Let’s be honest… December is the month where running feels just a little bit harder. Dark mornings. Cold air. Busy schedules. Christmas drinks. Travel. Family time. It’s no wonder so many women lose their routine around this time… or feel guilty that everything suddenly feels heavier. But here’s the truth Read more
Your shoes are the foundation of your running-literally. But here’s the part most women don’t know:👉 Even the perfect new shoes can cause injuries… if you don’t transition into them properly.Yes, really!And after learning this from a professional running coach (and seeing SO many women struggle with this including myself Read more
During my running course last month, we spent an entire session talking about running shoes. Yes, a whole session. At first, I thought, “Surely we’re overreacting… they’re just shoes.”But wow. Once the instructor broke down the science behind running injuries, cushioning, shoe lifespan, and different running mechanics, it all clicked. Read more
I was chatting with some of the Tuscany Run Retreat ladies the other night about how hard it can feel to stay motivated when the weather turns cold, the days get shorter, and the cosy sofa starts calling your name. Trust me, even after years of running, I still have Read more
51k, 51 Years, and One Powerful Message for Women’s Health When one of the incredible women from our Tuscany Run Retreat told me she was planning to run 51 kilometres for her 51st birthday, I just smiled and thought — of course she is. Not because it’s easy (it’s a Read more
World Mental Health Day: Why Movement, Nature & Connection Matter More Than Ever Three years ago, my life looked very different. I had just split up with my boyfriend and my closest friend who I spent 80% of my time with could no longer lead the fun social life we Read more
Reignite Your Joy for Running We all fall out of love with running at times.Sometimes it’s physical, like injury, fatigue, or hormones. Other times it’s mental, like burnout, boredom, or life simply getting in the way. I hear from so many women who say, “I used to love running… but Read more
When I think about the best memories I’ve made in sport, it’s not the medals or the race results that stand out.It’s the people. The inside jokes during long runs. The sunrise swims where we shivered our way into the lake together. The moment of passing a water bottle mid-ride, Read more
The Unexpected Psychology of Belonging When I first heard the podcast The Psychology of Run Clubs, I couldn’t stop nodding along. Even though I’ve never actually joined a run club, so much of what was said reminded me of my own story with triathlon clubs. The message was clear: running Read more