Setting goals and keeping motivated

Setting goals and keeping motivated

photo credit Chris Hitchcock The human spirit is an amazing strength within us all. I believe every one of us is capable of doing anything we set our mind to, but it cannot happen automatically – it takes action, effort, determination, and facing our fears. Last...
Dealing with our demons

Dealing with our demons

photo credit Ian Corless In last week’s post I spoke about the importance of self-belief – about how we build barriers and set limitations for ourselves. The post looked at how so many things were once said to be not just out of reach but not humanly possible,...
When starting, keep it simple

When starting, keep it simple

My second article in the Living With Purpose series highlights the importance of simplicity in the journey to focus on the three Ps: passion, purpose, and perseverance. These are the three vital ingredients for endurance running. And actually, they’re essential...
Living With Purpose

Living With Purpose

A few years ago I was commissioned by a health and wellness centre in London to write a series of articles, from the perspective of an ultra-runner, on the power that POSITIVITY plays in the achieving of challenging goals. The series of articles was called Living With...
Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport

Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport

There is a disturbing affliction stalking competitive sport these days. It’s insidious in its strength, slowly, silently and steadily eating its way into the very marrow of those who love sport the most. It affects men and women of all ages and of any level in their...