NICOLE FOUND A SPORT SHE COULD STICK TO – A ND BEGA N TO SEE HER BODY IN A NEW LIGHT.
THE WAKE-UP
I‘d been overweight for as long as I could remember. When I was growing up, I did very little physical activity, and I was a shy, self-conscious girl who ate food to make herself feel better. It wasn’t uncommon for me to have potatoes and rice in the same meal.
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FEUD FOR THOUGHT
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WELCOME TO THE - GUT LAB
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THE ULTRA GURUS
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24 REASONS TO RUN IN 2024
How every step you take will change your life for the better this year.
ADVANCED HALF MARATHON TIPS
Expert advice on how to maximise your 21.1 potential.
YOUR BETTER HALF
Why - and howyou should run your best 21.1 right now.
IMPROVERS' TRAINING PLAN
Already have a half or two under your belt, and want to get faster? Here's how.
FIRST-TIMERS' TRAINING PLAN
Top tips, and a 12-week training schedule to guide you through your first half with a smile on your face.
READY TO START?
Thinking about doing your first 21.1km race? Our experts have the answers to your training questions.
MY RUNNING LIFE
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