Meet the Carers - Seal Yates
trail running
September 26, 2023
Meet the Carers - Seal Yates
Foreword - Written by Simone Brick After only a few weeks of knowing her, I would describe Seal as the bundle of light and energy we all need in our life. That person who just through the way they approach life and speak of the world makes you excited for anything, and grateful for everything. However, it is only after hearing about the extreme challenges Seal and her husband Paul have faced...
Meet the Carers - Aleasha McCallion
trail running
September 26, 2023
Meet the Carers - Aleasha McCallion
Foreword - Written by Simone Brick I have not had the pleasure of knowing Aleasha for long, yet. But it was clear from the very first reading of her nomination to join Relay for Respite just how passionate, generous, and loving Aleasha is. After only a few weeks of getting to know small parts of Aleashaā€™s journey caring for Arden alongside her partner, a few things have stuck out to me. First ...
Meet the Carers - Rowan Brookes
trail running
September 26, 2023
Meet the Carers - Rowan Brookes
Foreword - Written by Simone Brick Rowan has been a part of Relay For Respite from the very beginning, helping me form an idea, into a goal, into a reality. She has been a major part of the inspiration to bring awareness to this cause now, as I have known Rowan since before she became a carer and seen the transformation of her life first hand over the last few years. She is one of the stronges...
Simone Brick - Relay for Respite Blog Post 2
trail running
July 5, 2023
Simone Brick - Relay for Respite Blog Post 2
My Mum ā€œ A motherā€™s love is the fuel that enables a normal human being to do the impossible.ā€ - Marion C. Garrety Ā  Birth Mother of 8 children, mother-figure to many more, and one of the main reasons I am still here - Mum will be the one reading all the nominations and selecting the two other unpaid carers that will join me and Rowan on the Relay for Respite team. To give insight into her jour...
Simone Brick - Relay for Respite Blog Post 1
trail running
July 5, 2023
Simone Brick - Relay for Respite Blog Post 1
ā€œThere are only four kinds of people in the world. Those who have been caregivers. Those who are currently caregivers. Those who will be caregivers, and those who will need a caregiver.ā€ - Rosalyn Carter This November I am embarking on an adventure with a dear friend Rowan Brookes and two more yet to be found unpaid carers to shine a light on the role unpaid carers play in keeping so many live...
My UTNC Experience ā€“ Vlad Shatrov
trail running
June 29, 2023
My UTNC Experience ā€“ Vlad Shatrov
My journey to run the Ultra Trail New Caledonia trail running event started way back in 2020. An event entry to the 130km was offered as part of the award for winning the Brisbane Trail Ultra 110km event. Due to Covid-19 and the subsequent border closures, taking part in the event was postponed until 2023. Ā  Was this a classic case of two races in one? Having arrived in New Caledonia on a tri...
RECOVER LIKE AN ATHLETE
trail running
June 19, 2023
RECOVER LIKE AN ATHLETE
Having a proper recovery process after a big run is crucial in preventing injuries and ensuring long term performance. That's why we've asked our athletes for their top tips on how to recover like a pro. Read on below for some essential tips on post-run recovery. Vlad Ā  Recovery is really important for me, having a number of large Goal Races throughout the year, especially after the big runs o...
Lucy Bartholomew - Tarawera 100Miler Recap
trail running
February 20, 2023
Lucy Bartholomew - Tarawera 100Miler Recap
Lucy was crowned as the 100-mile champion (17:13:27) at the Tarawera Ultramarathon by UTMB, the 2023 UTMB World Seriesā€™ season opening event. ā€œTarawera has been a race and place that I have returned to regularly since 2014. The people are my family and the trails feel like home to me. This year I was taking on the 100-mile distance which no matter who you are or how many times youā€™ve done it co...
How to Start Trail Running with Lucy Bartholomew
trail running
February 8, 2023
How to Start Trail Running with Lucy Bartholomew
Powered by Salomon and PILLAR Performance Whether you're new to running or a road runner looking to join that first trail event, the trails can be a daunting space to explore. Enter Salomon and PILLAR Performance athlete Lucy Bartholomew to help you get started. ā€¢ Where When beginning Trail running, actually finding the trails and the trail system near you can be one of the hardest parts. Looki...
What is cushioning in a shoe?
road running
September 27, 2022
What is cushioning in a shoe?
Cushioning in a shoe is itsĀ capacity to absorb the force of an impact. In the case of running, this need arises when your foot comes into contact with the ground, specifically the first 50 milliseconds of the approximately 250 milliseconds of the support phase of the stride. So, the function of a shoeā€™s cushioning isĀ to make the contact phase as gradual as possible in order to minimize the inev...
What is drop in running shoes?
road running
September 27, 2022
What is drop in running shoes?
The drop of a shoe is theĀ difference in height between the heel and forefoot.Ā The greater the drop, the steeper the angle between your heel and forefoot. For example, when barefoot, the heel and forefoot touch the ground at the same level: drop is 0. At the other end of the scale, when wearing high heels, the drop is much greater. Drop is something that has been at the center of attention for m...
What is GORE-TEX?
hiking
September 27, 2022
What is GORE-TEX?
The GORE-TEX membrane is part of the Gore family of consumer products and it is designed to provide superior performance in a wide range of applications. The GORE-TEX products employ a three-pronged defense to protect from weather conditions, ensuring extreme climate comfort:Ā Waterproofness, WindproofnessĀ andĀ Breathability. The GORE-TEX membrane is anĀ extremely thin layerĀ of expanded polytetraf...