I’ve lost count of what week of training it is…

I started the week strong with an open water swim in Hampton, followed by the 4th Bars and Bells session where we learnt all the different exercises that are possible with Kettle Bells. Monday night was then a pretty intense coaching session for BRJ. I think most people's response when they saw the set on … Continue reading I’ve lost count of what week of training it is…

Week 4 of Bristol Channel Training

Last week was my final push before my first recovery week.  The week started with the first Bars and Bells session at the gym. I was quite nervous given I have never actually been to a fitness class at the gym before but I felt it was an important and good way to potentially look … Continue reading Week 4 of Bristol Channel Training

Week 2 – Building Consistency

Similarly to last week, my focus is still on the consistency of my training. I haven't quite managed to get back to where I know I can in terms of the frequency and intensity of my training but then, it's only week 2. The week started with my usual BRJ coaching session, week 5 of … Continue reading Week 2 – Building Consistency

Cawsands and Jellyfish – Day 3

Tuesday was another new swim spot - I was loving going to all these different places and basically getting a tour of Cornwall. I enjoyed Loretta pointing things out to me on the drives and I especially enjoyed the views! I was quite tired by now and thankfully had a lay in followed by a very … Continue reading Cawsands and Jellyfish – Day 3

Good Days, Bad Days and some in-between…

  I didn’t post a blog last week as I have been struggling a lot with my pain and fatigue but I am improving, a bit, and I have had the chance to get some decent swims in this week. Monday started with a tough session with BRJ in the pool and once again I … Continue reading Good Days, Bad Days and some in-between…