Is walking at parkrun cheating? “Jeffing” will change your mindset
Many people feel a failure if they can't run the whole 5k, or have to stop and walk. In this blog I provide tips for changing this mentality and embracing the Jeffing method.
parkrun motivation – 5 ways “Jeffing” will help
The Jeff Galloway run-walk-run method can improve parkrun motivation by helping us think more flexibly, move in a more natural way, and giving us a new challenge.
Road Rage: Cars v Bikes – Are things as bad as BBC Panorama makes out?
As a regular cyclist, I reflect on the alleged "car v bike" war, and propose a more positive perspective on UK cycling.
5 mistakes to avoid when returning to (or starting) parkrun
When you return to parkrun (or any exercise) after a long break, it's easy to expect to pick up where you left off. On the day of parkrun's return in England, here's 5 mistakes I made and how to avoid them.
How to find active inspiration from others
When exercising, it is easy to slip into comparing ourselves with others. This blog considers how we can reframe those negative thoughts to gain positive inspiration from others.
What is the best type of exercise motivation?
Many of us struggle with motivation to exercise. This blog considers the different types of exercise motivation, and provides tips for keeping your motivation "helpful" for exercise and wellbeing.
Learn to Love Exercise (during as well as after)
People often see exercise as something "to get out the way". But imagine actually loving the feeling of exercise itself? Here I talk about why enjoyment is important and how you can learn to love being active (yes, really!).