Inspiration, interviews and empathy as we head into our middle and later years.
Skiing touring in Scotland can be amazing (in all kinds of ways!). I’ve been learning to love the tough conditions, as well as the beautiful moments. My latest experience came as part of the...
With a 50th birthday fast approaching, Annette Flaherty set herself a huge challenge to run 50 miles for 50 weeks. Now into her 10th week, she has already run a total of 450 miles....
Recently, I have been attending weekly track running sessions with the Glasgow Triathlon Club. I have had a gap of at least 10 years since I last trained on a track and I am...
I was invited to talk about the menopause on this podcast by OxygenAddict.com. The menopause is discussed with exercise physiologist Dr Stacy Sims and other guests. You’ll hear from Kona qualifiers, ultra runners and...
The Swiss ski resort of Crans-Montana has created what is believed to be the world’s largest rando park. It offers an impressive 40km of waymarked ski touring routes. There are 15 ski touring routes...
Continuing my Fit Over 50 series, I asked Joyce Coats, of Edinburgh, what has kept her fit and healthy in her fifties. When Joyce was aged 29 her mother died. She was only 54....
I have been sporty all my life and for some reason I imagined I would sail through the menopause with only the occasional heavy period and hot sweat. Why I thought this I have...
“Use it, or lose it.” My new mantra for my 50s… Thanks to one of my Fit Over 50 case studies, Maria, for reminding me of this important part of growing older with better...
Maria Dye is 52 and has become more active and much fitter as she has grown older. However, the ageing process has not been without it’s niggles and Maria offers her tips for growing...
Matt Gemmell might be 59 but he believes he is fitter and healthier than ever before. In fact, in 2018, Matt ran more miles than the year before, recorded a greater height gain when...
Events / Inspiration / Outdoors & adventure / Running
Sign up for Salomon’s Trail Running Festival
22 Mar, 2019
Activity / Cycle Routes / Cycling / Mountain biking / Road cycling
I recommend: Ben’s bike repair service in Glasgow
19 Sep, 2012
Activity / Cycle Routes / Cycling / Mountain biking / Road cycling
Helmet law leads to drop in bike-related injuries
23 Jun, 2011
Activity / Cycling / Cycling / Kit Reviews / Mountain biking / Road cycling
13 Jan, 2011
Activity / Kit Reviews / Munro Bagging / Road cycling / Walking
My outdoor clothing guide to surviving the winter
28 Oct, 2010
Activity / Kit Reviews / Munro Bagging / Running / Running / Travel / Walking
Running in a Gore-tex Active Shell jacket
17 Oct, 2011
Activity / Cycle Routes / Cycling / Cycling / Kit Reviews / Mountain biking / Road cycling
Why wearing a bike helmet makes sense to me
16 Nov, 2010
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I specialise in writing about the great outdoors and adventure. I am a widely published journalist and also a multi award-winning blogger.
I hope you enjoy my collection of news, ideas and inspiring stories on this website. You might also like to find out how I can work with you.
I am pleased to be associated with Morrocco Media, a corporate and adventure sports video production, and sports video analysis company, based in Blairgowrie, Perthshire. 
