One of the frustrating things about fitness gear (though I think we have it much better than we used to) is that it can be difficult to find a way to express your personal style in a sea of lycra and practicality. I know I, like many of my active sisters in arms, are constantly [...]
The more I get into fitness, the more I am fascinated by the more science-y part of what is actually going on with my body. For me, the more I push my body and my training, the more important it is for me to understand exactly what is going on and be able to pin [...]
Statistically, women are more likely to work out if they can do so with a friend. For some, running or cycling endless miles or lifting weights alone can be tedious and some really need the extra motivation a fitness buddy might bring. To this end, finding a good group fitness class is a great way [...]
I announced before Christmas that I will be doing the Etape du Tour (130km ride through The Alps) this year. With 2013 a couple of weeks underway, my training has now officially begun and I have two training rides under my belt. To say this is a steep (excuse any mountain-related puns) learning curve for [...]
Last summer, the stand out success story of the Olympics was that of our female cyclists. Legions of women spoke of how inspiring they were, everyone wanted to find out how they too, could do laps in the Velodrome. Meanwhile, there are a core of hardcore female cyclists tearing up the streets week in, week [...]
Looking for a new challenge? Love a bit of snow? Well friends, the Arctic Marathon is your thing! Walk the Walk, the UK’s largest breast cancer charity have put together this most excellent sounding event. The 26.2 mile adventure, takes place over two days, on special trails created by the rangers in the Abisko National [...]
By Alexandra Rees Ever wanted to turn your love of exercise into a thriving business? Yeah, us too. Well, Olga Allon, the super woman behind Hot Bikram Yoga (www.hotbikramyoga.co.uk), which has three studios in London, talks about how she turned her hobby into her job. We salute her for having it all and being utterly [...]
If you’re looking to add a little boost to your running this New Year, Gym Box are collaborating with London’s finest urban running collective, the mighty Run Dem Crew to bring you a six week course that will rock your socks off. Get ready, for Murder Mile. From Gym Box’s website: Whether you want to [...]
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