Run like 'elle loves Wilma Rudolph

I was reading about American athlete Wilma Rudolph the other day, and was really inspired by her story. If ever the phrase ‘triumphing over adversity’ rang true, then this would be a case in point. Wilma Rudolph was an American athlete who competed in both the 1956 and 1960 Olympic Games. In the 1960 Rome Olympics she won both the 100 and 200 metre races, and was part of the winning team on the 4x100 metre relay team.These wins...

The TG Foundation runs the Stockholm Marathon

This Saturday (May 28th) is the Stockholm Marathon and two ladies are running for a great cause, the TG Foundation, a charity which works to rebuild the lives of rape victims who are attacked by rebel militia in the North Eastern region of the Democratic Republic of Congo. The TG Foundation works with grass roots level charities to provide necessary treatment and care for women who have been treated as a commodity...

Leave a Message by Nike 6.0

I've alway wanted to learn to surf, but leading a London-based life is not massively conducive to pulling a 360 on an A-Frame. (That's a surfing term, I think?!) It's one of those skills that sits on my metal 'must do' list, and alas it hasn't been done yet. But I always watch those surfers bobbing in the water, waiting for that perfect wave, and feel a little envious - as though they've got the best game in the world and none...

Never underestimate your ability

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Run like 'elle on Nike Running UK

Nike asked me to describe my recent marathon experience in 400 characters. You can read what I said here, as well as reading other Nike runners accounts too. Check out the Nike Running UK Facebook pages for regular training tips and tactics. www.facebook.com/NikeRunnin...

Project Ocean at Selfridges

Water, water everywhere.... I've recognised a real shift in retail ventures supporting charitable causes, and London's famous department store Selfridges is the latest to embrace the trend for ethical shopping with the launch of a new project entitled Project Ocean, aiming to raise awareness of the plight of the world's oceans. The store's restaurants and food halls have changed their policy on sourcing fish, the Ultralounge...

The Global Party

The reason I was in Latvia last week was because I attended the press launch of the The Global Party, a giant celebration for a philanthropic cause, which entails a series of 80+ parties being held in 71 cities internationally over a 24 hour period on September 15-16th, raising money for 15+ charities. The parties will be held in the world's most exclusive venues, from yachts in St Barts to luxury villas in Marrakech, and...

Running in Riga

This week I’ve been in Riga, Latvia learning about The Global Party and the worthy work - and epic party that is to come in September. You can read more about it here.  But since I’ve long been craving a run (it’s 27 days since I ran the marathon) I decided to pack my trainers and run in Riga. We were lucky with the weather, and had perfect running conditions – bright sun, brisk breeze and blue skies, so I donned the lycra...

WaterAid for H&M

As you know, WaterAid is a cause very close to my heart. You may also have realized that I’m rather fond of clothes too, so the latest collaboration between fashion giant H&M and my very own WaterAid is one which I’m rather excited about. The beachwear collection offers womenswear, menswear, kidswear and accessories – all in blue printed fabrics (referencing water – obviously!) and featuring different traditional printing...

My pick of the best running shorts

London’s been sunny of late, so it seems high time to embrace the warmer weather and don a pair of shorts for springtime runs. Below is my pick of the best women's shorts around. Each pair is designed specifically for running – meaning a snug lining fit to avoid chafing, and made from sweat wicking fabric. The selection I’ve chosen are those that I think are the best aesthetically too. Functionality and form – necessary in equal...

Michelle Obama and Beyonce Knowles say Let's Move!

The First lady, Michelle Obama has enlisted the help of her friend, superstar Beyonce Knowles to star in a flash workout video to encourage American kids to lead more active lifestyles. The song is an adaptation of Beyonce’s Get Me Bodied record and shows a seemingly ‘simple’ dance routine, which children all over the US performed live on May 3rd. Intrigued by the video I decided to give it a go, and I can assure you that the...