With just a couple weeks to go before RideLondon Essex 100 and one 7 hour ride on my Beyond CC training plan, cycling from London to Whitstable seemed like the ideal route. We spent some time checking out routes and…
Riding London to Windsor | Long Ride Lessons
It’s been a few years (circa 2017) since I’ve been logging consistent long weekend rides but the 100km ride from London to Windsor seemed like a good idea especially with RideLondon Essex on the horizon. In reality, completing 100km was…
How To Tackle Hills In Cycling
I’d like to think I’m like most people, in that I try to avoid things I don’t like. In this case, I’m talking about cycling up hills. I’m not a fan of hills in any scenario to be honest, but…
How To Juggle A Busy Life With Your Training Plan
Over the years, I’ve learnt a lot about myself and how I deal with training for events – both cycling and running. I usually have an active and busy schedule which can make it hard to fit in training. And…
Beginner Duathlon Kit List – What To Wear
Considering it’s been 7 years since I last took part in the London Duathlon and I’ve no real intention of taking part in another multisport event anytime soon, I decided against splashing out the cash for a Tri-suit in 2021….
Bikepacking for Beginners – Lessons to Ride By
As I lay my head down on my camping pillow at the end of night one, my mind was buzzing. On what was officially my first ever off-road trip, I already had lots to share about bikepacking for beginners. That…
![Well, Happy New Year Everyone ๐๐คฉ โฆa bit late, maybe, but after saying goodbye to 2022 and welcoming in 2023, I took some time to reflect on the things Iโm leaving behind, excited about the things Iโm continuing and mulling over what Iโd like to have/do/be more of ๐๐๐พ SWIPE to see my [dynamic and to be changed as needed] listLeaving behind: The uncertainty and challenges of the past year, stress and negativity.Bringing in: A renewed sense of hope and determination, a positive mindset and the willingness to take on new opportunities and adventures. ๐Iโm also super keen to continue making space for healthy routines and new habits in my life.Continuing with: Regular exercise with a community / social element (โฆ our Saturday Zwift meet-ups are back and honestly, theyโre the highlight of my Saturday mornings ๐บ), good eating habits and prioritising self-careBringing in: advocating for own health and wellbeingโฆ actively.What are you leaving behind and bringing in with the new year? My only goal, as always, is to make 2023 the best yet!๐ฅณ#Newyear #Newbeginning #Leavingbehind #Bringingin #hope #motivation #selfcare#cyclingcommunity #thisgirlcanride #thisgirlcan #thisgirlcanessex #livcyclinguk #livcommitted #ukcyclechat #womenscycling @livcyclinguk #WomenInCycling #WomenCyclingCommunity #CyclingUK #livcycling #livavail #wahooligan #indoorcycling #turbotrainer #cyclinglife #cyclingblogger #representationmatters #zwiftcycling #zwifting #gozwift](https://www.keepitsimpelle.com/wp-content/plugins/instagram-feed/img/placeholder.png)
