It’s been well known for quite a while that red meat isn’t particularly good for humans. But did you know it’s not just due to the risk of developing cancer? According to a 2023 analysis of 37 studies, swapping red meat in your diet with plant-based alternatives can cut the risk of type-2 diabetes by … Continue Reading
Leg It Round Lathkil race is an 11.5 km fell race through the Lathkil Dale in the Peak District National Park. The race is held annually in November and is open to runners of all abilities. The course starts and finishes at the Lathkil Hotel in Over Haddon. The first part of the race is … Continue Reading
An ankle sprain or ‘sprained ankle’ is an injury to the ligaments that connect the bones in your ankle. Ligaments are tough bands of tissue that help hold your joints together. When you sprain your ankle, the ligaments stretch or tear. This can cause pain, swelling, weakness, and bruising. Ligaments are a fibrous, connective tissue … Continue Reading
The 10/10/10 method is a decision-making framework that helps you make better choices by considering the short-term, medium-term, and long-term consequences of your actions. The rule is simple: before you make a decision, ask yourself three questions: By considering the short-term, medium-term, and long-term consequences of your actions, you can make more informed decisions that … Continue Reading
Ever wanted to be able to whistle with your fingers in your mouth? If you didn’t learn it when you were young, there’s still time. Follow this tutorial and have a go. As with any new skill; practice is king! By the way, there are bonus points to anyone who can tell me what this … Continue Reading
The White Peak Walk is a low-key, annual event in its, err… 38th year? To be honest I’m not quite sure. It was cancelled once due to Foot & Mouth, and then twice more recently due to the Pandemic. However, this year, things were very definitely back on track. The route takes you from Monyash … Continue Reading
Timing this year was done for the first time by AV Timing. As a result of this, the Tigger Tor 2022 results are in a PDF which you can view, download or print here:
As always, before you start a new running programme… …please ensure you’re fit and healthy. The usual advice is to consult your doctor beforehand for a health check-up and the OK. Click here to jump straight to the 5k to 10k running programme Firstly, the right shoes are very important I’ve seen so many people … Continue Reading
If you’ve ever wondered why your expensive waterproof running jacket isn’t waterproof anymore, the answer might just be here. This excellent post by Totley AC’s resident clothing expert, Mark Buskwood, should answer all your questions.
The Tigger Tor 2021 should have taken place around the middle of January, however, due to the global Covid pandemic, this year it was never going to be a normal race. Instead of simply cancelling the race, a decision was made to instead make the 36th outing of the Tigger Tor into a virtual one. … Continue Reading
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