One of the most beautiful things I’ve witnessed this year isn’t faster running or longer distances. It’s connection. Women who arrived on retreat as strangers are now friends. They’re coming back for reunion retreats. They support each other, encourage rest, celebrate wins — and most importantly, they make space for Read more
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
Having injurys can be really demotivating when you have been working so hard to reach your triathlon goals to find that you have to stop to recover or heal from an injury. You have to then go back and start to gradually build up once again. There is a fine Read more
It will take you just a second to realise that you are capable of doing it when you listen to some triathletes stories – and Dora’s story is just one of many. Look at the smiles on every triathlete finishers face, look at how energetic they feel. So, grab your swim cap, Read more
As you dive into the world of swim, bike, and run, you may find comfort in knowing that running is your strong suit. But don’t let that lull you into a false sense of security. In this blog post we’ll explore the importance of training for running, even if it’s your strongest Read more