Real Life & Everything In Between

🏅 BURY ST EDMUNDS HALF MARATHON — DONE! 🏅

13.1 miles DONE! 🏃‍♀️❤️

Officially another half marathon in the bag, crossing that finish line in 2:27:14! 🎉

Every early morning, every long run, every tired day when I still got out there — it all led to this moment.

Running isn’t always pretty, and it certainly isn’t always easy, but today I reminded myself just how much I’m capable of.

From the woman who started this journey to the runner standing here today, I’m so proud of how far I’ve come. 🥹💪

Another medal, another memory and another reminder that we are capable of so much more than we think.

Never underestimate what you can achieve when you refuse to give up on yourself. ❤️

Now for the recovery… and maybe a little rest! 😂🏅

A little something before bed because tomorrow is RACE DAY! 🏃‍♀️💪

A loaded porridge bowl topped with banana, strawberries, raspberries and a little chocolate goodness 🍓🍌🍫👌

Getting those carbs in, keeping the body fuelled and giving myself the best chance of feeling good.

Now to enjoy this, have a cuppa and get some rest before the big one! 🏅

🌙 DAY 6 – EVENING CHECK-IN 💪💙

Day 6 of the challenge and another day of showing up for myself! 🙌

🏃‍♀️ My achievement today: A gentle 5km to fuel the legs before tomorrow’s half marathon! Keeping it easy and saving the energy for race day. 🏅

💅 This afternoon was a little bit of self-care with some fresh nails. Sometimes it’s the little things that make us feel good! 💙❤️

Now it’s time to relax, fuel up and get ready to take on that half marathon tomorrow! 🤞

Over to you… 👇
✨ What have YOU achieved today?
It doesn’t have to be big. Every little win counts!

Let’s celebrate showing up for ourselves, one day at a time. ❤️

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🥪 Not Slimming World… just fuelling for a half marathon! 🏃‍♀️💪

Today’s lunch is a simple ham and chicken salad sandwich with a packet of sunbites on the side.

Sometimes you have to remember that food is fuel, especially when you’ve got 13.1 miles to tackle tomorrow! 🏅

After losing over 5 stone, I’ve learnt that it’s not always about eating less. It’s about eating enough to support your training, recovery and goals. ❤️

Tomorrow is race day, so today is all about keeping things simple, getting those carbs in, staying hydrated and getting my head ready for another half marathon!

Who else is racing tomorrow? 👀🏃‍♀️

🌸 DAY 6 CHECK-IN 🌸

A gentle 5km ticked off this morning 🏃‍♀️ Nothing crazy today, just keeping the legs moving and saving the energy for tomorrow’s half marathon! 💪🏅

Then it’s time for a little self-care… 💅✨ NEW NAIL DAY! Because we can be runners and still love a bit of pampering! 😂💖

One day at a time, showing up for ourselves even when life is busy. ❤️

How’s everyone getting on with the challenge? Are you still showing up for yourself? 👇

☕️ DAY 5 CHECK-IN — WHAT A DAY! 🙈😂

The mug says it all today… WHAT. A. DAY. 🤣

Hours spent sitting in traffic 🚗
Finally arrived at work…
Left at 2:30pm…
And didn’t get home until just before 5pm! 😩

Safe to say, my patience was well and truly tested today!

But that’s real life, isn’t it? ❤️ We’re juggling work, family, responsibilities and everything in between, while still trying to show up for ourselves.

Today wasn’t about smashing PBs or having the perfect routine. It was about getting through the day, coming home and still making time for ME and the goals I’ve set. 💪🏼

Day 5 of the 75-day challenge — we’re still here! ✅

Who’s had a WHAT A DAY kind of day today? 🙋‍♀️😂

Let’s hear it… misery loves company! 🤣👇

🏃‍♀️❤️ RACE PREP IS UNDERWAY! ❤️🏃‍♀️

Throwback to my Ipswich Half Marathon kit, because somehow I’m now counting down the 4 days until Bury St Edmunds Half Marathon! 😳🙈

Outfit ✔️
Trainers ✔️
Fuel ✔️
Nerves… definitely loading! 😂

After everything I’ve achieved since I started running last December, I still have moments where I can’t quite believe I’m doing this!

There was a time when even 3km felt like a struggle, and now I’m lining up for another 21.1km. 🥹❤️

No idea what Sunday will bring, but I’ll give it my best and enjoy every step (hopefully! 🤣).

Who else is racing this weekend? Let’s hear your plans! 👇🏼🏃‍♀️

❤️ LET’S TALK ABOUT THE APRON BELLY ❤️

I’ve lost over 5 stone, and whilst I’m incredibly proud of how far I’ve come, there’s one thing I’m still learning to accept… my overhang belly.

I’ve had 5 children and 3 C-sections, and my body has been through so much over the years. Pregnancy, surgery, weight gain and weight loss all leave their mark, and for me, that apron belly is still very much there.

Could I tone up and build more muscle? Absolutely, and that’s something I’m working on. 💪 But I also know that exercise can’t magically remove loose skin.

I’m sharing this because weight loss isn’t always the transformation people expect. We see the before-and-after pictures, but we don’t always talk about what happens afterwards.

I’m fitter, stronger and healthier than I’ve been in years, and I’m proud of that. But I’m also human, and there are still parts of my body I struggle with.

Five children, three C-sections, over 5 stone lost… and a body that tells a story. ❤️

This is real life. No filters, no pretending, just me.

Does anyone else struggle with their apron belly after children or weight loss? Let’s talk about it. 🫶

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🍲❤️ DAY 3 — DINNER TONIGHT! ❤️

Beef stew, mash and a bit of cabbage… because sometimes you just need a proper comfort-food kind of dinner! 😍🙌🏼

Nothing fancy, just good, hearty food that hits the spot.

The weather’s getting colder, and meals like this are exactly what I’m craving! 🥰🍂

Who else loves a good stew and mash? 👇🏼❤️