Stupidity prevailed. Regrettably, I decided to go against my own gut feeling and follow the advice of UK Athletics. I didn't want to cause any more stress or upset to the situation by continuing to argue my case and so I consented to another 8 weeks in the dreaded moon boot! I understand their concerns … Continue reading When A Chapter Ends
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I am absolutely gutted to be missing the British Championships this year due to injury. My three year consecutive streak is now over 😦 but I will be doing everything I can to get myself back on track, for next summer! All the best to the British Athletes clawing those qualifying times and automatic positions! … Continue reading British Championships 2015
Cheerios, Shreddies, Coco Pops.. My cupboard was always packed with sugary cereals. Back in the day, my mum was the face of Shredded Wheat and they asked if I could 'star' in one of their adverts. I was dressed up in a little tartan skirt and placed into our 'kitchen'. It's the first and only … Continue reading Maca Porridge – Rainforest Foods
This was my second visit to Barr Beacon School in Walsall as part of an initiative with Sporting Champions - Sportivate. I joined the school to take part in their athletics component. The first visit we covered the 800m, sprints and javelin with the second visit covering discus and triple jump. It was amazing to see … Continue reading Barr Beacon School Sportivate
As part of an initiative with Sports 4 All - I had my first school visit in Leicester to Little Hill Primary School. It was a really exciting morning with over 100 kids coming through the doors to take part in our Circuit Challenge! Everyone was really enthusiastic and encouraging each other which was lovely … Continue reading Little Hill Primary School
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