Leicestershire Half Marathon

Leicestershire Half Marathon completed today :-) Another 1 checked off. The aim was to get sub 2hr 20mins as this was only 6th run since December (my last half) and really using it as a test. I wasn't expecting too much with how windy it was, having a cold too. On nearly every half marathon I have done I have struggled post ... Read More

Reality Check

Well today was a wake up call…… I have been coached for the last 6 Months by one of the best coaches in the UK. In fact I waited 5 Months on a waiting list to just be able to Skype for 30mins every week. My belief from being a wee boy the higher the price the better the quality … Read More

10 Tips On How To Lose Weight In A Coffee Shop

Coffee Shop Diaries I’m sat there having a quiet coffee while getting some work done and I over hear a conversation of 3 ladies sitting in their gym gear discussing the best way to lose weight. The convo went a little like this “So what are you doing for valentines well i won so tickets for a meal out oh … Read More

Why do I need a Personal Trainer?

This was a question I asked myself 18 months ago. Post London Marathon in 2013 my exercise and visits to the gym were fluctuating between a few good weeks followed by a few ‘I just can’t be bothered’ weeks. Consequently I didn’t feel like I was making any progress in any aspect of my life, my running, my weight, my … Read More