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My Running Comeback: The Essentials...
By Annie, June 29, 2026,
Over the years, running has been a big part of my life. I've completed three marathons, experienced … Read More about My Running Comeback: The Essentials Helping Me Get Back On Track
First Triathlon Tips: What I Wish I...
By Annie, June 5, 2026,
This weekend I'll be heading back to Blenheim Palace for the Supertri Sprint Triathlon and it feels … Read More about First Triathlon Tips: What I Wish I’d Known Before Race Day
The Drama Review: Zendaya & Rob...
By Annie, April 16, 2026,
First Thoughts I’d seen trailers for The Drama a while ago through my Odeon membership cinema … Read More about The Drama Review: Zendaya & Robert Pattinson in a Love Story That Turns Uncomfortable
Les Gets, fresh snow & the Chlo...
By Annie, March 15, 2026,
I came back from Les Gets feeling like I’d finally turned a bit of a corner with … Read More about Les Gets, fresh snow & the Chloe Kim x Roxy 2026 kit

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Being a woman in water – International Women’s Day

March 8, 2023

I never used to enjoy getting into a swimming pool, as much as I loved to swim the idea of wearing a swim suit and people seeing me, made me uncomfortable. I struggled with it, until I realised nobody was bothered...

The 5 best swimsuits for triathlon training

February 25, 2023 in swimming, Triathlon

If you know me, you’ll know I adore swimming. I’m a rare triathlete that likes...

5 simple steps to sleeping well

December 17, 2022 in Uncategorized

Hello there! Queen of bad sleep over here, or not so much as I embark...

How to get motivated to swim in the winter

December 14, 2022 in swimming, Triathlon

Triathlon season is over, and races might feel like something distance into the future, but...

Sleep well by being kind to your mind with TEMPUR®

December 1, 2022 in Wellness

I am one of the millions of people worldwide, that has trouble sleeping. Anything from...

How to get thrifty with gifts this Christmas

November 16, 2022 in home, lifestyle

With the cost of living on everyone’s minds, how to celebrate Christmas this year...

What are the best bags to travel with?

November 15, 2022 in travel

Going on a trip, whether that’s for a sit down holiday, to scale a mountain,...

Aqua Bootcamp with the Southampton Boat Show

September 7, 2022 in Adventure, swimming

After spending a few weeks in the beautiful mountains of Chamonix, I was going to...

Finding the right sports bra for running

August 24, 2022 in Uncategorized

Is there anything worse than heading out on your run, only to suddenly start feeling...