ONE HOUR OUTSIDE | JUNE 2017
Back at the end of September, when I was sat at Ordnance Survey HQ being properly introduced to the geeky world of map making (read about my visit), I almost spat my tea out when I was told that a … Continued
ONE HOUR OUTSIDE CHALLENGE | FEBRUARY 2017
After getting such a fantastic response to my One Hour Outside campaign back in November, and hearing from lots of people saying how much it helped them get outside more in what is normally a dark and difficult month (thanks so much for all … Continued
SEVENTEEN LIFE CHANGING CHALLENGES FOR 2017 (PART TWO)
The second half of my list of life changing challenges for 2017 (part one can be found here) offers a few suggestions that are slightly less adventurous or sporting, and more about you and your personal wellbeing. Combining one or … Continued
One Hour Outside Challenge | November 2016
We all know that getting outside is good for us. There are so many reasons why we should be making an effort to spend as much time outdoors as possible – fresh air and natural light is good for our … Continued
FUN WAYS TO KEEP FIT
Oh man has my fitness suffered in the last six months. Yes, I’ve done some hikes here and there but generally speaking I’ve either been sat on my motorbike, sat on my office chair at work, or sat on my … Continued
Recovery Following a Physical Challenge
I know from experience that following any kind of physical exercise, if I am working hard, I will ache. I think we all do. My joints get stiff, my back and neck aches, and my leg and arm muscles let … Continued
Getting Outdoors: An Interview with Lizzie Webb
Team Bear Grylls Member and Merrell ambassador Lizzie Webb has a life people like me dream of. A thrill-seeking micro-adventurer, Lizzie has been packing her rucksack and heading outdoors since she was a child. Nowadays Lizzie displays her passion for the outdoors through her … Continued
Adding Exercise to a Busy Life
I am no fitness fanatic. Oh no. But I do like to keep healthy and I love to get active. But even with a passion for the outdoors, and a desire to be really fit, I know I am far … Continued
Some Goals and Challenges for 2014 – An Update
Despite 2014 looking like an incredibly busy year, back in February I was inspired by a number of people to make a short list of goals and challenges I would like to achieve in 2014. As we are currently working our way through … Continued
Year in Photos – Weeks 30 & 31
Wednesday 30 July – It is finished! Thursday 31 July – How cute are these little baby booties? I made them! Thanks to Rock+Paper+Scissors for their baby accessories class this evening. Friday 1 August – Brayford Pool, Lincoln. Saturday 2 … Continued