City White Water Rafting

When you live in the city, it’s easy to think that all the concrete jungle can offer you is a surplus of gyms or a roadside run – but there’s so much more on offer! Fancy something a lil bit different for your exercise session? You’ve come to the right place. 

Motivational Music (1)

Fort Minor - Remember the Name

How often should I wash my running shoes?

Somewhere down the line your running shoes are going to get filthy. Be that via a culmination of local jogs in the mud & rain, or maybe thanks to a dedicated ‘Mud run’ or obstacle race (be prepared, you get muddier than you think) or perhaps the dreaded stink that arises from a sweaty exercise shoe. Either way you’ll ask “Can I wash my running shoes?”

Adventure?

Just a quick post today – if you’re the adventurous type be sure to check out the Adventure Travel Show this weekend being held at the Olympia Exhibition Centre, London. Travel Writing and Photography, Adventure Planning Seminars and the chance to talk to the biggest collection of specialist adventure travel companies face-to-face. Perfect if you’re looking for an adventure!

Info Here: http://www.adventureshow.co.uk/

Blue Monday

Beat the Monday Blues

Today is Blue Monday, reportedly the most depressing day of the year. Many of us will be hit by the January ‘blues’; a combination of crap weather, lack of funds, failing our new year’s resolutions and low motivation. Mathematically speaking it looks like this, which in itself looks depressing enough:

But before we cry “Goodbye cruel world!”, we’ve decided to take heart in the simple things that can make it not so bad.

Choosing the right pair of Running Shoes (2)

At the shop

So now you have a general idea of your foot’s features and how it rolls on the ground allowing for a more informed choice, it’s time to pick up your shoes.

Choosing the right pair of Running Shoes (1)

At Home

These steps only take a few seconds and you can do them at home. They’re not 100% essential but when you come to buy your shoes this info might be handy – you’ll have a general idea of what you may be looking for, know what the heck the salesman is on about when he throws in “under/over pronation” and can narrow down your options.