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About me
Hello, I’m Charlie – a runner, Registered Dietitian and lover of travel. I believe anyone can run a marathon, I’ve transitioned from non-runner to 13 x Marathoner and Six Star Finisher. My blog champions fad-free, accessible wellbeing through fitness, nutrition and living life to the full.
A no-nonsense approach to eating for runners and athletes of all levels. An essential companion for those trying to fuel right; before, during and after their runs to improve performance and increase energy levels!
It worked…. Baby Bean due Nov 2022!
I know we left a lot of you on a cliffhanger after the embryo transfer… spoiler alert, it worked! Baby bean due Nov 2022! You can read all about the embryo transfer here. (If you’re new here, you...
Reflections on Big Sur Marathon & Training
It's been 10 days since I ran the Big Sur Marathon and my first marathon since 2019. During the race I started to reflect on what had gone well in training for marathon number 14, plus things I'd...
Real Talk: Money & Blogging/Instagram
I started blogging back in 2012, documenting my London Marathon training and trying to coerce friends and family into sponsoring me. I didn't even know you could make money as a blogger. And the...
Big Sur Marathon 2022 Race Recap
Big Sur Marathon 2022 Race Recap Standing on the start line I realised I'd forgotten to put deodorant on..not ideal when you're about to run 26.2 miles. The lack of antiperspirant was just one of a...
Lululemon Blissfeel Running Shoe Review
I've been obsessed with Lululemon kit for almost as long as I've been running. I ran my second marathon in a Lululemon tank and skirt. And have pretty much worn exclusively Lulu for every marathon...
How To Carb Load For A Marathon
How to carb load for a marathon Carbohydrates are the body's preferred source of energy, particularly when it comes to marathon distances. And a great way to prepare for 26.2 (or any run of over 90...