When we visited Malawi to take part in the Orbis Challenge 2019 we couldn’t help but be impressed by the country’s natural beauty. But more than that it was the people who made us runners feel so welcome. They have so little compared to us in the Western world and yet they are prepared to give so much. They are filled to the brim with love, hope and compassion.

While the UK remains in lockdown/ semi-lockdown, staying motivated can be challenging. I’ve struggled to maintain a consistent routine, and in all honesty, I still have my moments where I struggle to keep a consistent routine.However, after some trial and error, here are a few tips that I hope will be of use…

Due to COVID-19, the majority of marathons have been cancelled or postponed. Of course, the racecancellations are essential for the health of the public – but this does not mean that your emotionsare invalid.

A person’s VO2max typically declines with age. Usually the peak is around your 20s and sometime in your 30s VO2max starts to decline, approximately by 10 percent per decade.

Artisan Design would like to thank Clare for taking time to write of her experiences taking part in the Brecon to Cardiff Ultra. The image above is a far cry from the conditions on the day.