Late Bloomer

Late Bloomer

Late Bloomer I was 48 years old and zeroing in on 250 pounds. When on the dental table I had a reaction to the anaesthetic and had to be resuscitated several times. The dentist told me “you almost went out of here in a body bag”. I became very ill and despondent. I...
The only one worried about you is you

The only one worried about you is you

The only one worried about you is you When you’re up on a wall or trekking along a trail, you’re the only one who thinks you look stupid, inexperienced, out of shape, or anything in between. Because guess what? Everyone else is worried they look the exact...
Gig Rowing

Gig Rowing

Gig Rowing I row in a Ladies crew competing in Cornish Pilot Gigs over the South West of this country, but also special events in London and Holland. Submitted by Anonymous – Share your own...

Age is just a Concept

Age is just a Concept I learned to ride a horse when I was 50 – now I probably ride more each year than 99 percent of people out there I think. I have lots and lots of stories or riding, camping, being in that still and serene moment when all there is is you,...
Have a bit of faith in yourself…

Have a bit of faith in yourself…

Have a bit of faith in yourself… So often I see and hear women beating themselves down: ‘I’ll never be ready to attend that training’, ‘I won’t be able to keep up’, ‘I’m really sorry if this isn’t an...