If you’ve spent any time online lately, you’ve probably seen the rise of the “hardcore” approach to running and fitness. The shouting. The suffering. The no-excuses grind. The Goggins-style posts that leave ordinary people wondering, “Is that what running has to be?” And let’s be honest… for many of us, it’s overwhelming. Most beginners. Most […]
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If you ever feel like running or walking just doesn’t fit into your schedule, you’re not alone. Most people don’t avoid movement because they’re lazy… they avoid it because they’re exhausted, time-poor, juggling too much, or simply overwhelmed. That’s real life! The solution isn’t squeezing your life into a perfect plan. It’s about reshaping how we
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Let’s talk about something that sneaks up on a lot of us when we try to return to running — the frustration of not being where we used to be! You used to be able to run 5k without stopping. You used to be faster, stronger, lighter. You used to enjoy it. And now? It feels hard. You feel slow.
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Let’s get this out of the way early: you do not need to spend hundreds of dollars on running gear to get started. You don’t need the latest tech, flashy shoes, or colour-coordinated outfits. You don’t need leggings that cost more than your weekly groceries or a top with built-in UV protection and seventeen different pockets. What
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I want to talk about something that doesn’t get said enough: sometimes, running takes a back seat. Life happens. Energy dips. Motivation disappears without warning. Maybe you’ve been there too — watching your shoes gather dust while part of you still wants to run, but can’t quite get going. That’s been me, more than once. But here’s
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Lost Your Running Mojo? You’re Not Alone. If you’ve lost your running mojo lately, first of all — take a breath. It’s okay. Motivation dips happen to all of us. Life gets busy. Illness or injury pops up. Sometimes you just hit a patch where everything feels harder than it should. It’s not failure, and
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If Running Feels Impossible… You’re in the Right Place If you’ve ever thought about running but dismissed the idea because it felt too hard, too intimidating, or just not for you, then you are exactly where you need to be. Maybe you’ve spent years thinking, I’d love to be able to run, but I don’t know where
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Introduction Starting out as a runner, especially if you’re out of shape or new to fitness, can feel intimidating. Running might seem like a solo sport, but it doesn’t have to be a lonely one. In fact, joining a community of runners can bring motivation, joy, and consistency into your journey in ways you might
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Meet Kathy Reid, a dedicated mum and a “shuffler,” as she calls herself, from Rockingham, Western Australia. At 48, Kathy juggles shift work with the Department of Fire and Emergency Services, raising her 12-year-old daughter, and trying to fit in her love for running—although she admits she’s come a long way from her early days
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If you’re reading this, chances are you’ve thought about running. Maybe you’ve even bought a pair of running shoes, downloaded a couch-to-5k app, or imagined yourself crossing the finish line at a race. But then, something holds you back. Maybe it’s fear. Fear of looking silly, of failing, or of not being “good enough.” Trust
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