Olympic Games

Long Jump Winter Training for 2020 Tokyo Olympic Games

I can't believe my last post was a summary of my World Champs experience in Doha! Doha was my first ever global Champs. And this year is my 2nd winter of full training without the misfortune of a summer dogged with injury and inconsistency. So how does an athlete prepare for one of the biggest… Continue reading Long Jump Winter Training for 2020 Tokyo Olympic Games

Olympic Games, Resilience - The Bounce Back, Success

2019 Outdoor Competitions – BEST UPDATE EVER!

I am the UK's number one long jumper! That feels AMAZING to say right now. And I have a NEW PB! This year has been such a dream. I know some of you have been waiting on updates. (Thank you for your email prompts. It's nice to know I'm actually writing for somebody, and not… Continue reading 2019 Outdoor Competitions – BEST UPDATE EVER!

AMPLIFY, AskAbs

#AskAbs – Part 2: How do I bounce back from big injuries & setbacks?

#AskAbs: Following injury, what inspired you to get back to fitness and improve your PB? (See previous post) What advice would you give to athletes recovering from serious injuries or life setbacks? So my advice would be to ask yourself (and honestly answer) a few questions if you're recovering from a big injury/life setback... [1]… Continue reading #AskAbs – Part 2: How do I bounce back from big injuries & setbacks?

AskAbs, Fitness, Olympic Games

#AskAbs – Part 1: What inspired your return to fitness & to improve your Personal Best?

#AskAbs: Following injury, what inspired you to get back to fitness and improve your PB? What advice would you give to athletes recovering from serious injuries or life set backs? Resilience. That's the buzz word, right? I'll answer these questions in 2 separate posts because this will otherwise make for a long read! Unfinished Business… Continue reading #AskAbs – Part 1: What inspired your return to fitness & to improve your Personal Best?

AMPLIFY, Olympic Games, Success

Comeback Trail – 2018 Competition Update

Hi! Fancy an update on my return to the sand pit? Here goes... Competition One: Northern League, 12th May – Pulled out due to ankle ligament trouble Competition One (Try again): Manchester Great City Street Game, Friday 18th May  - Pulled out for the same reason as above. VERY Sad face! Competition One (Third time… Continue reading Comeback Trail – 2018 Competition Update