April 3, 2020
How To Stay Positive During Lockdown
Table of Contents Toggle Introduction:Try To Maintain Normal Routine:Adapt Your Goals:Set New Goals:Learn A New Skill / Hobby:Exercise:Be Productive:Stay Social:Go Outside:Plan Ahead:Don’t Obsess Over The News:Don’t Be So Hard On Yourself:Conclusion: Introduction: I’m not going to mention the “C” word as there is enough of that on the news and
March 26, 2020
Elite Sports Pro Style MMA Grappling Gloves Review
Table of Contents Toggle Introduction:First Impressions:Materials:Use:Sizing:Conclusion:Photos: Introduction: *Review written by Chris at Couch To Runner* I received a pair of Elite Sports Pro Style MMA Half Mitts for free from Elite Sports in exchange for an honest review of the product. Originally, I was going to test these during my
March 13, 2020
London Marathon Postponed
Ugh, Friday the 13th came with some disappointing, albeit half-expected news. The 2020 London Marathon has been postponed until October 4th. The 40th event was due to take place on April 26th, however it has been pushed back due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Part of me had obviously been waiting
March 3, 2020
Warwick Half Marathon Results
Table of Contents Toggle Introduction:Morning Of The Event:Miles 1-6:Miles 7-13:The Finish:Summary:Splits and Official Time: Introduction: My first event of the year! Was I excited about it? Well, not really! With storm Jorge taking it’s toll, I wasn’t really too optimistic. The weather forecast had predicted a dry day, but with
February 23, 2020
Marathon Training Update 2020
Table of Contents Toggle Introduction:Marathon Training 2020:2019 Comparison:Conclusion: Introduction: With 63 days to go until the London Marathon, I’m starting to feel the pressure! If you’ve followed my blog for a while then you’ll know what a disappointment the Blackpool Marathon was for me last year. If not, here’s a
February 16, 2020
Alphalete 5th Birthday Sale
Table of Contents Toggle Introduction:Ordering:Unpacking:Alphalete Surface Keyhole Bra:Alphalete Surface Path Legging:Conclusion: Introduction: Last week (February 8th 2020) marked the fifth birthday of Alphalete, and thus, a birthday sale! I’d been eyeing up a few items on the website for a while, but wanted to wait for the February launch to see
February 9, 2020
Reebok Nano 9 Shoe Review
Table of Contents Toggle Introduction:First Impressions:Sizing:Performance:Rotation:Conclusion:Photos: Introduction: So I finally took the plunge and invested in a pair of Reebok Nano 9 training shoes! My strength training routine has really been dialed in lately and I find myself pretty committed. Before I used to see weight training as a chore
February 2, 2020
The End of January
I don’t like to wish the time away, but it has felt like the longest January ever, for me at least! With that being said, it has been a productive month. To help me stay consistent and motivated, I plan on taking a look back on each month and evaluating
January 28, 2020
Pre-Birthday Weekend and The National Running Show 2020
This month has felt like the longest one on record! I’m not even counting down to payday (27th), nor my birthday (30th), and yet it still feels long. My birthday falls on Thursday this year, so we decided to celebrate it this weekend rather than next as it fell in
January 12, 2020
Why I Want To Be A Personal Trainer
Table of Contents Toggle Introduction:Empowering Others:Passion / Job Satisfaction:Independence:Meet Like Minded People:Improve Myself:Conclusion: Introduction: I have mentioned a few times in previous posts that I am currently studying towards my Level 2 Gym Instructor qualification. I have also signed up for the Level 3 Personal Trainer qualification as I hope












