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Look at what came in the post today! Call me old school but I love getting mail.
The largest envelope contained my bib for the @cambridgehalfuk which is 2 weeks away. Today was my longest run in prep. Annoyingly, I had cramps (which I am blessed to not usually experience) that were so distracting, I had to cut the run a little short. After a shower, I ended up in bed with an electric blanket which inevitably led to a fantastic nap.
One was a late birthday card from an aunt, who is always so thoughtful when it comes to our life events over in the UK. She has even visited us a few times.
Last was a card from my Tanzania trip with @loveherwilduk . I thought the writing on the envelope looked like mine but also didn`t remember that we wrote them. Six months later, here it is with a good reminder of what goals I had for 2026.
Now I am on the couch with @moaning_maple . Watching Grey`s Anatomy and working on @findarunclub . It was a day of ups and downs. Looking forward to seeing what the rest of the weekend brings!
#halfmarathontraining #running #longrun #ilovegettingmail
Super excited to be fitting in an additional ski trip this year. As the UK contributor to @pure_wander, I am taking full advantage of another review opportunity (post about @valledaosta skiing coming soon!).
In mid-march, I am headed to @baqueira_beret in Spain for a few days on the mountain. Believe it or not, I have only been to Spain once and that was when we first moved to the UK. I look forward to enjoying the food, wine, and snow.
Let me know your favourite runs at #baqueiraberet in the comments below. I love a cruisin` blue!
#gifted ski passes and equipment hire
#skiing #skiingislife #spainhereicome
James and I spent a few days in Aosta Valley again and honestly… we are already planning our next visit.
Skiing at Pila Resort was such a win — perfect for beginner & intermediate skiers, with wide, cruisy slopes that felt almost empty (the dream). James even managed a ski lesson and did fab on the blue runs.
Big shoutout to the new Stella di Pila 🚠 for those unreal views and a café that delivered delicious food at very reasonable prices — 10/10 mountain lunch spot. Next time, we will try the restaurant that offers a 3 course set menu with views of the valley.
Our trip also lined up with La Fiera di Sant’Orso 🪵🛠️ — a 1,000+ year-old tradition taking over the city centre on Jan 30–31. Over 1,000 local artisans, from wood carvings and stone sculptures to ironwork and lace, plus the buzzing Veillà night market and local food everywhere. We didn’t buy anything (zero luggage space 😅) but happily walked the full 2km route, soaking in all the craftsmanship… and even made it to an after-party at a local bar 🍷🎶
No fresh snow this time, but still an amazing trip with freshly groomed trails every morning and amazing food each evening ❄️
Already counting down to the next Aosta Valley visit 🤍
#AostaValley #PilaSki #StellaDiPila #SantOrsoFair #SkiTrip ItalianAlps MountainVibes SkiLife
Gifted lift passes to @pilaaostavalley thanks to @valledaosta @axistravelmarketing
Saturday long run with friends. 9 slow miles although the plan said 10.
I have had a small cold since returning from Italy, and wasn`t sure if I would be up for running at all. Friday morning, I woke up feeling better so forged ahead. The weather forecast was grim but we managed to dodge major rainfall.
After a 2nd breakfast and shower, I fell asleep on the couch for 2 hours. Afternoon naps are reminiscent of marathon training but I am not complaining. I am lucky I can nap when I need to.
Next weekend`s plan call for a 10km at race pace and the weekend after - 11 miles. We are crawling towards Cambridge Half. Four weeks to go!
#longrun #running #halfmarathontraining #thisgirlruns #runner
Took my new Salomon Aero Blaze 3 GRVL GORE-TEX straight out of the box for a Sunday long run (without breaking them in). On my half marathon training plan was 9 miles. This got broken into 8km with my local run club and 6km solo. After ~4km on my own I felt a little Achilles niggle 😬 so walked the last 2km — lesson learned: ease into new shoes with a shorter distance (I have a history of Achilles issues so I really should know better).
What I loved:
• Cushioned & springy energFOAM² midsole = soft landings 🏃♂️
• GORE-TEX waterproof & breathable membrane kept feet comfy even on mixed terrain 🌧️
• Versatile grip — felt confident on pavement, gravel, dirt & mulch 🪵
• Secure, snug fit that handled every surface with composure 👟 (I have narrow feet this this was great)
What I’d change:
• The colour 😅 — white trail shoes? Who thought that was a good idea? Watch to the end to see how they looked when I finished.
Verdict: great all-terrain everyday shoe — just need to build into them more gently next time. These will be really handy when traveling to reduce the number of running shoes I need to pack as they do great on road and trail.
Big thanks to @salomon and @thespikegirls for the #gifted product. All opinions are honest and my own.
#TrailRunning #Salomon #RunLife #runningshoereview
Happy 6th birthday @moaning_maple
She still whines, still loves cuddles, still is my baby girl.
Swipe for random photos of her looking calm and stoic.
First ski post of 2026 ⛷️❄️ and we’re kicking it off at Killington, Vermont USA.
I just published my full Killington review on the blog—trail breakdowns, vibes, and whether it’s worth the hype. If you’re planning a trip or just dreaming of snow, go give it a read (link in bio).
And we’re only getting started…
🇮🇹 Headed to Pila in the Aosta Valley, Italy at the end of January, so more ski content is coming very soon. @valledaosta
Hopefully, I can squeeze in one more skip trip at the end of March. Any suggestions on where I should go?
#SkiLife #KillingtonMountain #SkiTravel #WinterAdventures #SkiBlog
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