Category: training

Balancing Work and Wellness: My Weekly Journey

Real talk: this week was a total balancing act. ⚖️ Between work and medical appointments, the fatigue hit hard by the weekend—but there were still some big wins on two wheels!

  • 3 bike rides done (including a 1-hour session!) 🚴‍♂️
  • Pacing felt strong and steady.
  • The pool didn’t happen this week, but it’s the #1 priority for next. 🏊‍♂️

Learning to listen to my body and keep mental health at the forefront. Sometimes “progress” just means knowing when to rest. Now, time for today’s ride!

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Beyond the Surface: Learning to Speak Up When the Load is Heavy

When 6 hours of work feels like a mountain. This week was a lesson in navigating PTSD, physical exhaustion, and the importance of speaking up instead of internalizing the struggle.

It’s been one of those weeks. You know the ones—where the calendar looks like a game of Tetris and your energy levels are constantly hitting the “low battery” warning.

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Trying to explain the exercise hurt

At the weekend, my husband and I walked or should I say st(rolled) parkrun at a leisurely pace for a change. This resulted in the opportunity to chat as we went, something we can’t usually do! An interesting topic came up, a comment on which has stuck in my mind ever since.

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