by thinkmarsh | Sep 28, 2016 | cycling, running
On the way to the airport on Thursday, I got a call from Coach Magazine. Mind you, I was headed to Berlin for my first World Marathon Major and was running late. But I was thrilled when I got the news. I was being drafted up from my reserve position to a member of Team Adventure for the Fitbit Fifty Challenge. Along with five teammates, we will run and cycle our way to Edinburgh and back with the aim of finishing in 50 hours or less. Team Challenge will be giving us a run for our money, but I am so excited (and petrified of course) to take part in this once in a lifetime experience.
Since Ride London, I switched over to marathon training with spin classes to suppliment my training. I am replacing a male Ironman triathlete and have a Team GB member on my team. These athletes are amazing, and I cannot believe I will be working alongside them this weekend. I have been recovering all week since the marathon and am keeping a positive mindset about my abilities after running a marathon less than a week prior.
We start out Friday morning at 6am from Buckingham Palace and head north for 400+ miles. After running around Edinburgh Castle, we will retrace our steps and end up back at Buckingham Palace on Sunday morning.
Follow me on Twitter and Instagram for live updates on our progress. Also search for #fitbitfifty for perspective from all the athletes.
Massive thanks to Coach Magazine and Fitbit for this incredible opportunity. I would also like to thank Altura Cycling for providing me with some autumnal weather kit last minute. They were lifesavers!
by Mollie Millington | Sep 28, 2016 | cycling, running
On the way to the airport on Thursday, I got a call from Coach Magazine. Mind you, I was headed to Berlin for my first World Marathon Major and was running late. But I was thrilled when I got the news. I was being drafted up from my reserve position to a member of Team Adventure for the Fitbit Fifty Challenge. Along with five teammates, we will run and cycle our way to Edinburgh and back with the aim of finishing in 50 hours or less. Team Challenge will be giving us a run for our money, but I am so excited (and petrified of course) to take part in this once in a lifetime experience.
Since Ride London, I switched over to marathon training with spin classes to suppliment my training. I am replacing a male Ironman triathlete and have a Team GB member on my team. These athletes are amazing, and I cannot believe I will be working alongside them this weekend. I have been recovering all week since the marathon and am keeping a positive mindset about my abilities after running a marathon less than a week prior.
We start out Friday morning at 6am from Buckingham Palace and head north for 400+ miles. After running around Edinburgh Castle, we will retrace our steps and end up back at Buckingham Palace on Sunday morning.
Follow me on Twitter and Instagram for live updates on our progress. Also search for #fitbitfifty for perspective from all the athletes.
Massive thanks to Coach Magazine and Fitbit for this incredible opportunity. I would also like to thank Altura Cycling for providing me with some autumnal weather kit last minute. They were lifesavers!
by thinkmarsh | Sep 20, 2016 | sponsored post, yoga
Earlier this summer, The Telegraph published an article stating that a research study found that sitting for eight or more hours a day could significantly increase the risk of premature death. We all know sitting is worse for you than being active, but it can be hard to fit it into a busy day that includes getting the kids off to school, commuting, working, cooking dinner, and relaxing in the evening. Lately, I have been at a desk all day long without any time to get out the door for a run or stretch. These are the days that I could really use some stress-relief.
Travelling can bring you to a more relaxing setting, but the journey there can be stressful. On my trip over the weekend to France and Germany, I found myself sitting a lot in the airport, then on the plane, and finally in the car for a few hours. I just couldn’t get comfortable and found my lower back really knotted up.
The moves included in the infographic from Furniture at Work below can easily be done at your desk at work or on a plane or during a roadtrip. (Please refrain from exercising if you are behind the wheel. Focus on the road ahead!) I highly recomend that instead of taking a 5 minute Facebook break, you instead give the poses below a try.
You can also check out this short video with some #officeyoga moves over on You Tube.
While our flight was delayed in Frankfurt, I came up with a few suggestions for exercises you can easily do at the airport. These include:
Bulgarian squats (with one leg up on the chair)
Incline press ups (horrible angle, ugh!)
Side plank (add in a twist if it is easy)
Tricep dips (legs straight to make it tougher)
Remember to take a few moments every day to stretch at your desk. Nobody wants to die young, especially if you are so working hard you don;t have time to enjoy life outside the office.
How do you relax and reenergize when you are stuck at your desk all day? Leave a comment below with your tips or tweet me (@PTMollie) with #officeyoga.
This post was in collaboration with Furniture at Work, a company keen to raise awareness of the importance of movement at work. Corportate wellness is important, so get in touch if you would like me to lead a fitness class or run club at your central London workplace.
by Mollie Millington | Sep 20, 2016 | sponsored post, yoga
Earlier this summer, The Telegraph published an article stating that a research study found that sitting for eight or more hours a day could significantly increase the risk of premature death. We all know sitting is worse for you than being active, but it can be hard to fit it into a busy day that includes getting the kids off to school, commuting, working, cooking dinner, and relaxing in the evening. Lately, I have been at a desk all day long without any time to get out the door for a run or stretch. These are the days that I could really use some stress-relief.
Travelling can bring you to a more relaxing setting, but the journey there can be stressful. On my trip over the weekend to France and Germany, I found myself sitting a lot in the airport, then on the plane, and finally in the car for a few hours. I just couldn’t get comfortable and found my lower back really knotted up.
The moves included in the infographic from Furniture at Work below can easily be done at your desk at work or on a plane or during a roadtrip. (Please refrain from exercising if you are behind the wheel. Focus on the road ahead!) I highly recomend that instead of taking a 5 minute Facebook break, you instead give the poses below a try.
You can also check out this short video with some #officeyoga moves over on You Tube.
While our flight was delayed in Frankfurt, I came up with a few suggestions for exercises you can easily do at the airport. These include:
Bulgarian squats (with one leg up on the chair)
Incline press ups (horrible angle, ugh!)
Side plank (add in a twist if it is easy)
Tricep dips (legs straight to make it tougher)
Remember to take a few moments every day to stretch at your desk. Nobody wants to die young, especially if you are so working hard you don;t have time to enjoy life outside the office.
How do you relax and reenergize when you are stuck at your desk all day? Leave a comment below with your tips or tweet me (@PTMollie) with #officeyoga.
This post was in collaboration with Furniture at Work, a company keen to raise awareness of the importance of movement at work. Corportate wellness is important, so get in touch if you would like me to lead a fitness class or run club at your central London workplace.
by thinkmarsh | Sep 5, 2016 | virtual training group
Summer holidays are over and the kids are back at school. The next break from work isn’t until Christmas, but that will be here before you know it.
You might have lost your fitness routine and healthy eating habits during the summer, but I can help you get back on track with your health and happiness. My new 12 week training program, 12 Weeks ‘Til Christmas, is designed to give you enough time to gradually make changes (which means you are more likely to stick with them) and supports moving more while nourishing your body.
During our 12 weeks together we will:
- Set and accomplish goals in a way that is empowering and exciting
- Work to achieve and maintain your ideal weight
- Increase your energy levels
- Achieve strength and body shape goals
- Discover enjoyable and fun forms of exercise
If you are ready to start an exercise program after taking some time off, this program is for you.
If you have trouble sticking to an exercise program once you have started it, this program is for you.
If you need accountability to stay on track with your food choices, this program is for you.
Open to anyone in the world with email access and a Smart phone, now is the time to get started. The autumn leaves will soon be falling. Winter is coming.
“A year from now you will have wished you started today.”
We start on 12th September and finish on 12th December, just in time for holiday party season.
Twelve Weeks ‘Til Christmas includes:
- Digital app to consolidate your activity, sleeping and food so I can monitor your progress virtually
- New full body workout emailed to you every week
- Exclusive club community to support fellow group members
- 3 day food diary analysis
- Health coaching
- Free set of five motivational cards
- 30 min goal setting call at start, and 30 min check in call during week 6
- Weekly challenges
- Unlimited email support
- 20% off Fitness Genes test
Worth over £800, sign up below by 7th September 2016 for only £425. Or register beween 8th – 12th September 2016 for just £525. Average rates for personal training in London are £60/hour. This program is less than £44/week for a personal trainer in your pocket.
Can you really put a price on your health and happiness?
This opportunity is limited to 10 people to allow proper individualised attention over the 12 weeks. It will fill up quickly, so don’t delay.
Email me to register: mollie@ptmollie.com
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