My own recent knee troubles have sparked me to research and write about this issue which causes so many people annoyance, pain, anger and creates a physical barrier to activity. After speaking with cyclist friends about this, I was amazed to hear of how many of them suffer with the same or similar issues. The [...]

Whether it is pushing weights with a training partner, taking part in a spin class or playing a team sport, I always find it beneficial to train with others. I think that many people struggle to reach their fitness goals due to lack of motivation. Here we unveil how this pitfall can be overcome through [...]

The ‘B******’word – it really is offensive language to use around runners! I’ve had a few beauties during my years running but nothing that I haven’t been able to overcome. As well as a few practical tips to prevent blisters, I’ve given the increasingly popular and technically advanced RunBreeze anti-blister socks a thorough test because [...]

I strongly support getting our essential vitamins and minerals from whole and natural foods, so having found out what these two can do for us, I have made them staple parts of my diet. The health benefits (see below) have been noticeable and you may be wondering whether you should incorporate them into your diet [...]

I am definitely fond of using caffeine to supplement my training and race performance. I have tried coffee, caffeine pills, energy gels with caffeine and now Voltz Energy shots. The Evidence in Favour of Caffeine The evidence for the improvement of exercise performance through using caffeine is certainly convincing. Many tests have indicated that caffeine [...]

It is that time of year when all of the fitness mags shove six packs in our face and promise a summer sizzler of a workout regime to help you get your very own! Well, it is achievable for some certainly but as I have previously touched upon in my earlier article ‘Training on an [...]

Compact, comfortable and quality are three words I would use to describe the Gelert Beyond Dart Daypack from its ‘Beyond’ range. Gelert is an outdoors company that has been in existence for 35 years and began life in the small village of Beddgelert, nestled in the heart of Snowdonia, North Wales. A wonderful hike up [...]

After four months of fairly consistent training, I completed my second London marathon in 2:52:15. The Good News: This was over 6 minutes faster than my first marathon. The Not So Good News: Without sounding too ungrateful, I was really hoping to dip under 2 hours 50 minutes but it wasn’t to be. Since the [...]

This is a product review for Bamboo Clothing. I received a complementary Men’s Zip Neck Baselayer top to put to the test. When I found out that Bamboo was a clothing company that prides itself on its green credentials and high quality products, I was very keen to get hold of one of their sleek [...]