My dear friend, Darcy's Mum, received her number for the London Marathon yesterday. This will be the first time she has managed to get a place, narrowly missing out on a 'Good For Your Age' place last year. She's running for The Donna Louise Children's Hospice. If you're feeling charitable please do pop over to her sponsorship page and donate a fiver. It's ...
Running
Habit or Routine? You decide…
I've just returned from an eventful school-run. At one point my 7-year-old was holding me up as I almost hit the deck. The reason? I was naively wearing my running shoes and not my grippy snow boots. Tuesday morning's I run. Come rain or shine. But not ice. That's my routine. I don't class it as a habit. I'm not running this morning. It's too slippy, ...
Not Buying It – Gym Membership
I used to be a gym-bunny. In those days I was corporate suited and booted, childless and of course much younger. A career-girl and all the time in the world for myself. 10 to 15 years on, I am probably in the best shape of my life. Don't get me wrong, you won't find me appearing in sports illustrated in a swimsuit. No tight abs for me, bearing 2 children ...
No Waste Tastes Great / Friday The 13th
It's Friday Guys - time for No Waste Tastes Great If you are new to NWTG click here to find out more about my Friday routine It's Friday the 13th - will it be unlucky for me and a horror story in the fridge? Simply Being Mum's Friday Fridge ...
Does My Bum Look Big In This?
Tomorrow is the launch of Minimize Yo Butt over at Minimalist at Home. Faith is setting herself (and others who want to participate) a 6 week challenge to get in shape. I love the idea of a communal challenge, and as such have decided to participate. I'm no stranger to exercise or healthy eating, it's always been a part of my adult life. However we all ...