challenge blog

Just before we go back to work, a little thought. The last two years have been tough for lots of people, for lots of reasons, I don’t need to spell them out here. A much better idea is to look forward. For me 2022 is not only about doing something meaningful but it is...

So, its Boxing Day and I’m restless, I might not look it but I can feel it. Like I know there is so much I can be doing (for the challenge but also general life admin) but I’m forcing myself to stop. It feels like I’m physically pushing my insatiable need to be doing...

Man I love that tagline! It sounds both ridiculous and empowering at the same time. Being blonde has always been associated with being ditzy but I know that both 'chicks' in this boat are highly successful, strong and driven ladies! And I am not afraid to say that...

I wasn’t sure whether to advertise this event or not because part of my handle for this “12 12 challenge” is that I haven’t completed any of the 12 events before. However, this one was for me. It was a warm up, a test and a training session. I got to test my metal, my...

“Your mindset is constantly evolving depending on what you’re exposed to, so make sure you’re consuming quality content that reaffirms you’re a total badass!” – Rose Radford This post was written by a friend on social media and I thought how nicely it aligned to my...

I have a performance coach friend supporting me through this. A coach is not something I ever thought I would use in life, but I never thought I would need a therapist either and I’ve definitely had one of those! In fact, I think it is mad that the majority of British...

I have had this thought so many times throughout life. What makes me so special? Who do you think you are Jen? How on earth do you think you will be able to stand out enough to get people interested in this event? I sometimes feel surrounded by other people doing...

I’ve managed to get the boat out for some kayak familiarisation now, it felt good overall; I felt balanced and comfortable. It took me a little while to get the hang of using the rudder with my feet as it goes against my dinghy sailing intuition of pushing the tiller...

So right now, at the start of this journey, despite the overwhelming desire to attempt this challenge, I am still conflicted. Why do I want to do this? What is the real reason?