Now that the dust has settled on Christmas and the New Year I thought it was times to address my running performances in 2018. I think and up front summary would be – could have done better. Targets set All the way back on the 7th of January I published my first running diary post […]
The medical term for bad breath, halitosis is a form of bad breath that has little to do with what the person ate in terms of odour, yet it can be very pungent. A main cause of halitosis is leaving trapped particles of food between the teeth for long periods – something that happens when […]
Sometimes, taking a break from your fitness regime is necessary. Perhaps you’ve had an injury, overtrained, gone on holiday or you became just a little bit lazy during the Christmas break… Whatever the reason, making the decision to return to exercise after some time away is a good move for your health and well-being. However, […]
There’s no real secret to running. Rather, the difficulty that most people find when they start is that they don’t know how to keep it up. At the start, it’s uncomfortable and without the right motivation and preparation that discomfort can easily overshadow the potential lifestyle benefits that come with it. So, we’re going to […]
I love being outdoors and walking is a favourite pastime of mine. Of course, a good pair of walking boots is vital if this is an activity you want to take up. But, a good pair of walking boots can be just as useful if you are a regular dog walker too – like me. […]
The key to being a good runner is consistency in running. But just of late, I have been very inconsistent and that made me frustrated with myself. I went from a week where I ran 6 days straight to a week where I just about manage 2 days. But when I do make the effort […]
Running is a simple sport where you need very little kit (most of the time). Your running shoes are the most important item of your kit and are likely to be the most expensive too. It makes sense to look after them, so here are my tips to making your running shoes last. 1) We’re […]
Whether you’re walking the dogs, tackling the coast-to-coast, taking on the Camino de Santiago or something in between, choosing the right pair of walking boots is important. A good pair of walking boots will last you years and years, so making the right decision is vital. Here I am going to look at some of the […]
I’ve really felt like I’ve had a bit of cabin fever so far this late autumn. It’s dark when I’m not at work and I’m running in the dark mornings. Life with the girls is as busy as ever too so evenings are full on. Just getting a daylight walk in the country air with the […]
The Dentist The general dentist, often known by the title of the family dentist, looks after your oral health at check-ups and when treatment becomes necessary and is the most common type of dentist. Much of their work is focused on preventative oral care, such as cleaning, X-rays and providing educational advice about oral hygiene. […]
