5 secrets to overcoming ultra running demons
2nd November 2016
(2) Leave a commentThe comeback ultra – don’t let a DNF get you down (DNF = ‘did not finish’) I’ve had a funny old year for running this year. I’ve been running for 13 years now, starting as a fun runner, taking selfies during my first charity 10k (Great Manchester Run). I progressed quickly to marathon runner – […] Keep reading »
Sinead Kane interview
23rd May 2016 (0) Leave a commentSinead Kane interview Sinead Kane is redefining what it means to “Believe in yourself”. Here she talks about running, disability, extreme challenges… Sinead, can you share with us why and how you got into running? Four years ago I was asked to do a 10k run for charity. I didn’t even know how […] Keep reading »
Wild Running: Jen & Sim Benson interview
23rd May 2016 (1) Leave a commentWild Running: Interview with Jen & Sim Benson Passionate about running, adventure, environmentalism, travel, mountains and so much more… Jen and Sim Benson share their experiences with us 🙂 Jen and Sim, you’re best known for your “Wild Running” book, a superb guide for anyone wishing to explore British trails and fells. Out of […] Keep reading »
Interview: Claire Maxted, Editor, Trail Running magazine
6th May 2016 (0) Leave a commentInterview with Claire Maxted, Editor, Trail Running magazine We are delighted to interview the “tour de force” of trail running that is Claire Maxted. Claire shares her thoughts on her own trail running adventures, the trail running community, oh and a bit of food 🙂 Enjoy! Claire, since launching Trail Running magazine in May 2010 […] Keep reading »
Training Food – Renee McGregor on sports nutrition
22nd July 2015 (0) Leave a commentOur next interview is with Renee McGregor, Sports Nutritionist to sports people of all abilities, best selling author and keen runner. This promises to be a real education 🙂 Renee, how did you initially become interested in sports nutrition and dietetics? I initially did a biochemistry degree with nutrition which I found absolutely fascinating and […] Keep reading »
@pesky_squirrel on her love of… well anything active
15th July 2015 (1) Leave a commentOur next runner interview features Sarah Morton. Her love of activity and experiences knows no bounds. Hopefully you’ll be infected by her enthusiasm 🙂 Sarah, can you tell us about your love of the outdoors? I just love being outside really! I find sitting about really boring, even if I’m busy and have things to […] Keep reading »
Brussels Sprouts Hope
10th July 2015 (9) Leave a commentLast week saw me travelling to Brussels, in my ongoing battle against Lyme Disease. I returned full of hope. The response to my Learning to live with Lyme Disease post was genuinely overwhelming. So many messages of support from people to continue the battle. Through extensive research by myself, friends and family, we’d identified a […] Keep reading »
Learning to live with Lyme Disease
11th June 2015 (6) Leave a commentDealing with Lyme Disease – a very personal story Numerous runners, family, friends have asked me to share my story of dealing with Lyme Disease. I’ve initially been reticent for a number of reasons, not least it being so very personal, a mental and physical battle. Mostly that it might come across as ‘woe is […] Keep reading »
Robbie Britton interview: Robbie talks enjoyment, pain and terrain!
15th May 2015 (0) Leave a commentRobbie Britton talks enjoyment, pain and terrain! UK athlete Robbie Britton made a great leap forward with his World Bronze medal at the IAU 24 hour World Champs. In this interview, the Profeet Ambassador talks about his love of running, what drives him and offers tips to any runner – experienced or aspiring. How did you […] Keep reading »
Unexpected. Determined. Euphoric…Lana Jane’s running story
15th May 2015 (1) Leave a commentIn this inspiring interview, Lana Jane shares her running story, having been inspired to fund raise for Parkinson’s Disease. What did you do with your time before running? I always liked to keep fit. Having trained as a dancer from a young age, through to University (I did a Dance performance degree), my focus was […] Keep reading »
