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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!
Nike Frees 5.0 Review
A few weeks ago I was contacted the PR at SportsShoes.com and asked whether I wanted to try some barefoot style Nike trainers. My first reactions were:1. Wow, yes of course, thanks. I love...
New York Marathon Training: Week 8
This week has been great for training (apart from a slight mis-hap on Weds) and I felt strong throughout my 22 miler- both mentally and physically! With only one more full training week after this...
Human Race Kingston Run Challenge: The Good, the Bad and the Ugly
Through the pouring rain this morning, I ran the Garmin Kingston Run Challenge to complete my 22 mile long training run before the New York Marathon on 3rd Nov. I used it as race day prep- testing...
Not Racing a Race
Tomorrow I'm taking part in a race, but not racing.Does that make sense? I'm taking part in the Kingston Run Challenge, and using it to complete my last long run before the NYCM. I'm taking part in...
Gym Confessions: Part 2
After the popularity of last week's gym confessions post, I thought I'd share some of the embarrassing confessions that I received this week.First up, Sian sent over this classic;"My gym was doing...
How Twitter has made me a Better Runner
That might sound like an odd statement, but it's true. I only joined Twitter in Jan this year... My First tweet was sent on the 15th Jan 2013, and it read:'Bad Monday, next week I am going to...