Category: Success

3. Process/Play, 4D Wellness, AMPLIFY, Success

My First 5km! Building an Aerobic Engine From Scratch.

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Last Thursday, I ran my first ever 5km in 36:37, and just a week later shaved nearly 30 seconds off that time while keeping my heart rate steady at 145 bpm. It felt easier, more controlled, and for the first time I could sense my aerobic engine starting to grow. The lesson? Sometimes slowing down is the only way to go further—and the euphoria of doing something for the first time is worth every step. This is the start of a series where I’ll share the lessons I’m learning as I move from sprint and power training into endurance running for a Hyrox competition. If you’re a sprinter curious about longer runs, or simply someone looking to stretch into new forms of fitness, I’ll break down sessions, strategies, and insights so we can grow together. Follow along as I build my aerobic engine from scratch.

AMPLIFY, Motivational Talks, Resilience - The Bounce Back, Success

Mastering Discipline: How Consistency Unlocks Freedom and High Performance

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Discipline is a form of consistency—but not just any kind of consistency. It’s not about consistently showing up late to lectures or consistently failing to meet deadlines. Nor is it about regularly neglecting your obligations, like skipping gym class or indulging in too many “treat” meals. True discipline is about maintaining a consistent level of… Continue reading Mastering Discipline: How Consistency Unlocks Freedom and High Performance

6. Friendship/Relationships, Olympic Games, Success, Travel

Unforgettable Moments: Embracing the Magic of the Paris Olympic Games

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Discover the magic and unexpected joys of the Paris Olympics through my latest short blog post. From late-night adventures to powerful moments of connection, this experience was about so much more than medals. Ready to leap into the unforgettable memories?

4D Wellness, AskAbs, Olympic Games, Success

AskAbs – What is the best way to transition out of sport? 6 tips for Athlete retirement…

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Transitioning from athletic life - retiring from sport into the 'real world' can be challenging. In this latest post, I share 6 essential tips to help athletes navigate this shift successfully. Learn from the experiences of Curtis Beach, Tiffany Porter, Naomi Metzger, and Judah Simpson on how to stay active, rediscover who you are beyond sport, and more.

1. Affirmations, Black Lives Matter, Reading - Book Reviews, Success

Exploring Africa’s Diversity & Powerful Morning Routines: Reviews of ‘Africa Is Not A Country’ & ‘The 5AM Club’

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How much do you really know about Africa? And could a powerful morning routine really transform your life? In Africa Is Not A Country, Dipo Faloyin dismantles the monolithic view of Africa, revealing the rich tapestry of its 54* unique nations while exposing the lingering impacts of colonialism. On the other hand, Robin Sharma’s The… Continue reading Exploring Africa’s Diversity & Powerful Morning Routines: Reviews of ‘Africa Is Not A Country’ & ‘The 5AM Club’

7. Your WHY - Purpose, AMPLIFY, Fitness, Resilience - The Bounce Back, Success

Unveiling the Reality of Athlete Welfare: A Conversation with Mimi Cesar

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Friends, though you've had an insight into the realities of sport through my perspective on this blogsite, there are many other untold narratives, one of which I'm keen to share today—a story of struggle, resilience, and the quest for validation - through a different lens, personhood and sport. "As athletes, we give our heart and… Continue reading Unveiling the Reality of Athlete Welfare: A Conversation with Mimi Cesar

1. Affirmations, 5. Inspire, Academic Education, AMPLIFY, Miracle Monday, Resilience - The Bounce Back, Success

From Math Misery to Mindset Mastery: A Teen’s Remarkable Breakthrough

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Teaching is a rewarding yet challenging profession, and even the most resilient individuals can find themselves disheartened when faced with disengaged and unmotivated students. In this blog, I share a personal experience working with a sixteen-year-old, looked-after student who seemed beyond reach, highlighting the transformative power of a growth mindset. As an athlete and multifaceted… Continue reading From Math Misery to Mindset Mastery: A Teen’s Remarkable Breakthrough

Business, Motivational Talks, Success

From Sports to Speaking: Tips to Improve as a Speaker & Gain More Clients

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Below are my experiences of growing as a ‘professional speaker’ this year, generous testimonials, and three powerful lessons learned along the way, which may undoubtedly help you in your own development in public speaking. I love sharing tips and tricks, so let me know in the comments whether these public speaking tips have helped you… Continue reading From Sports to Speaking: Tips to Improve as a Speaker & Gain More Clients

Miracle Monday, Success, Travel

Airbnb x IOC Olympic Partnership: With Thanks

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Thanks to the Airbnb Athlete Travel Support Credit granted in partnership with the International Olympic Committee (IOC), the next couple of months of winter training and travel between Manchester and Loughborough and back again are covered. This is a short and sweet post to say - thanks! A little support goes a long way, so… Continue reading Airbnb x IOC Olympic Partnership: With Thanks

AMPLIFY, Olympic Games, Resilience - The Bounce Back, Success

14 Years Later… I’m Going to The Commonwealth Games!

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I first competed at the Commonwealth Games (albeit the youth version) in 2008. Fourteen years later, I've been selected to represent Team England at my first (real) Commonwealth Games (the Commonwealth Youth Games doesn't count at the Senior performance level). If I'm honest, this one has taken longer to achieve than my Olympic dream. In… Continue reading 14 Years Later… I’m Going to The Commonwealth Games!