Do you secretly stifle a yawn when it comes to the stretching part of your workout? Or do you ease yourself in with pleasure? Stretching has come under close scrutiny in recent years – there’s been debate about whether it’s actually beneficial to stretch before a workout or a run, or if people are …
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8 Things you Might Not Have Factored Into Your Decision to Return to Running After Having a Baby
It may seem like the best thing to do when you return to running after having a baby is to get those trainers on and out the door! But returning to running after childbirth is a journey that involves more than just physical endurance. It's crucial for new mothers to consider several factors to …
The Importance of Strength Training for Women – Especially as a Mum
Do you know just how heavy babies get?! My eldest is 7 and approximately 25kgs and still expects me to carry him! I’ve had occasions where he was so ill at school that I had to carry him home as he couldn’t walk. A 10 minute walk took me almost twice that! But even babies feel heavy after you’ve …