sian March 2, 2021 active

Surf Sistas longboard clinic in Cornwall

Surf Sistas Longboard Clinic Longboard surfing may have originated in the warm waters of Hawaii, where it was known as he’e nalu (literally ‘gliding on… View Post

sian February 8, 2021 active

Running (while female) in the pandemic

Running While Female In The Pandemic: safety and etiquette There’s been a lot of discussion in the media around runners lately – both about their… View Post

sian January 19, 2021 active

The best wild swimming spots in Wales

Fancy a dip? Grab your swimsuit and seek out my seven favourite wild swimming spots in Wales. From tranquil river swims to huge marine pools,… View Post

sian January 4, 2021 active

First steps – trail running for beginners

Human beings were never designed to run on tarmac. Perhaps, then, it’s natural that many runners swap pavements for wild places by taking up trail… View Post

sian November 30, 2020 active

What to forage for in winter in Britain

Foraging, or the art of gathering wild food to eat, is thrifty, fascinating and a brilliant excuse for a good walk. It can seem like… View Post

sian June 15, 2020 active

The best wild swimming spots near London

Escape from the hustle and bustle of the capital with a peaceful dip at one of the best spots for wild swimming near London. These… View Post

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The best wild swimming spots near Bristol

Desperate for a dip? Head to one of my five favourite wild swimming spots less than an hour away from Bristol. From tranquil river swims… View Post

sian March 26, 2020 active

How to start running: turn yourself into a runner

Grab your trainers – it’s time to make tracks. If you’ve never run for anything more than a bus before, marathon runner and all-round amazing… View Post

sian March 15, 2020 active

Why start running? Eight reasons why I love running

Why start running? I’m totally addicted to sweaty-faced, jelly-legged, all-weather running. From massive mental health benefits and city mapping to living out Taylor Swift fantasies,… View Post

sian January 21, 2020 active

The best women’s ski and snowboard gear for 2020

The best women’s ski gear for 2020 Are the mountains calling your name? Get kitted up before you hit the snow in 2020 with my… View Post

sian December 20, 2019 active

How to work out and keep fit at work

How to keep fit at work and during the working week Even if you love the addictive buzz of keeping fit, working out regularly an… View Post

sian September 26, 2019 active

Get on your bike – how cycling makes you happier

How cycling makes you happier “Melancholy is incompatible with bicycling”, wrote James E. Starrs, and I would agree. I’m not sure it’s possible to be… View Post

sian June 24, 2019 active

Beginner’s guide to yoga for sport and travel

Beginner’s guide to yoga for sport and travel Namaste, ladies! Whether or not you want to go deep into the mental benefits of yoga, its… View Post

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Climbing For Beginners: Why you should hit the wall

Guest blogger Charlotte Clark on the delights of rock climbing for beginners, and why this is the perfect confidence-building sport for women of all abilities.… View Post

sian May 31, 2019 active

How it feels to try ice swimming, Scandinavian style

Scandinavians have known it for centuries – plunging into ice-cold water is good for you. Here’s how it feels to take a dip in the… View Post

sian March 18, 2019 active

Trying ski touring in Crans Montana, Switzerland

Crans Montana have made their corner of the Swiss Alps into the perfect adventure playground for beginner ski tourers. I strapped on skins and tried… View Post

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