Verity’s Blog

This is where it all began — with writing about running.

What started as a few reflections after club runs has grown into a place for stories, lessons, and honest thoughts on running, coaching, and real life.

You’ll find reflections on motivation, setbacks, and progress — in all the ways it shows up.

If you’d rather browse by theme, you can explore the training library too.

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Now you are a Runner

You’ve started running; you are a runner but what do you need to know? New running shoes? The latest running hacks? To become a lifelong runner all starts with the head

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Running when Hot

Running in the heat is hard work, running in the heat and having hot flushes is even harder work. Your head feels like it’s going to explode, sweat is dripping off you and your face may look like a bright red beacon

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