Training update – I did it!

So I’m feeling super proud of myself.  I did my 5k run last Saturday, and although I walked more than I wanted to, I finished the run in a really good time! I think I have the running bug! Although at the time it feels like torture, I feel great afterwards and find myself looking…

Training Update

I am into my 5th week of my 6 weeks training for my 5km.  How am I getting on? Surprisingly well actually!   I found a great local running club called Riot Squad – they promise to get non-runners running, which is what sold it to me! I am working through their Couch to 5k course,…

Couch to 5km!

Not sure whether I am stupid or not, but I have gone and signed myself up for a 5k run!  I need a target to be able to motivate myself, and this seemed like an ideal new challenge. I might add, this is called a prosecco run – you see why I chose it?! It…

Working Out!

Continuing my mission to get a bit fitter and healthier this year, I am trying eat a bit healthier (i.e. less chocolate!), and work out when I can. I have been following the Body Coach for a while now and have his recipe books – and although I don’t follow the recipes religiously they do give me…