Remember that blog post (here) where I shared with you one amazing productivity habit: to ask yourself, "what three things can I do today to bring me closer to my dream life?"? Well today I woke up feeling a bit bleurghhh; like I didn't want to get out of bed AT ALL and everything - even walking, brushing… Continue reading Three things that will transform your day!
Category: AMPLIFY
Being Real About Rio
Yes I'm beyond excited to watch and cheer on my team and friends from around the world at the Rio Olympic Games. I want them to do their absolute best and to win medals and exceed every expectation. But here's the thing...
What do you do with your inspiration?
When you are inspired, what do you do with your inspiration? I asked this question on social media because I wanted to invite a discussion on this. I wanted to know what happens after I leave the stage and the auditorium and walk away feeling encouraged by the positive responses of 'thank you for sharing your… Continue reading What do you do with your inspiration?
Inspired by the Next Generation
On Wednesday I donned my red and blue Team GB (Great Britain) kit to Longcroft School in Beverley. But this time my role was different. Rather than preparing to jump into a sand pit (I've actually never had the chance to do that in this particular kit due to injury) or, as I've been doing… Continue reading Inspired by the Next Generation
1 Quick Tip to Increase Productivity in Your Life
On Monday evening I hit the gym for the first time in a week or two and certainly for the first time since I started walking on two legs sans boot! It was exhilarating both during and after. But greater than the enjoyment of a hard workout was the lightbulb moment that hit me right… Continue reading 1 Quick Tip to Increase Productivity in Your Life
Sports: An Achilles Tendon Rehab Program & Videos – Week 8 Post-Op
Six days ago on Thursday 7th July, I stepped out of the boot and walked unaided for the first time since 30th April 2016. Here's an insight into the rehab journey so far...
Road to Recovery: Striking the Right Balance
My rehab journeys always teach me something. On Monday, after a rather too-intensive 45-minute gym session, I realised I had failed to strike the right balance between pushing myself and pacing myself. Here was my Monday gym program: Cardio Cross trainer (10 mins) Rower (2km 100m "sprint"; 100m steady intervals, approx. 12mins) Steps (500 steps… Continue reading Road to Recovery: Striking the Right Balance
A weekend wedding in Manchester
It was a toss-up between a post about my wonderful weekend at my darling cousin's wedding or one on food prep. Hmmm I wonder which one is more inspiring for a Monday! I can't believe my cousin is entering into marital bliss from Saturday! She's MY AGE. It's at this point and with every wedding… Continue reading A weekend wedding in Manchester
Are you ready? Set. Fly!
Yesterday I took a cliff dive. Not literally. But here's what happened...
You’re smarter than you think: Creating my first vlog!
What a phenomenal day! I created a 5 minute vlog. My first ever movie maker experience! It took me the whole of my Thursday evening and I don't have a clue how many people if any will watch but what I love is the fact I did something I thought I'd never be able to… Continue reading You’re smarter than you think: Creating my first vlog!