People often ask me what the transition to minimalist footwear was like. There are some common concerns/questions that I hear: I have [insert joint pain here] and I’m worried about the lack of cushioning/support. Will it hurt my feet? Is the transition prone to injury and is there a “break in” period where I will …
Bean bars have become a running staple for me in the last 18 months and a cornerstone of my “whole food” running nutrition. They are similar in texture to a brownie although less sweet. Rich, balanced and delicious, bean bars are easy to freeze and pull out when you need them. Best of all they …
Its amazing what happens when you suddenly have very little control over the food that is set in front of you. It makes you think. At Outward Bound all the food is supplied. Its good wholesome food, but not at all what I am used to. To eat or not to eat, that was the …
Vivobarefoot Trail Freak Review Vivobarefoot have stepped up their trail running offering with the Trail Freak. It builds on and improves the previous model, the Breatho trail. I have had a great experience with my Breatho Trail shoes, 805km in and they are still going strong. It’s been a revelation to have such a minimal …
The Garmin Fenix 3 is a new edition to the Garmin watch lineup. I’ve been thinking about moving from tracking my running with an iPhone to using a watch for a while. The Fenix 3 inspired me to make the leap and I’m glad I did.
I am passionate about waka ama even though I came to it later than most. I was 63 when I took up the sport. I have never done a team sport before, and not done any sport at all in the last 25 years, apart from an occasional walk to the Centre of New Zealand …
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