Radio host Ash London is taking on a virtual running challenge
Radio host Ash London isn’t normally a fan of running but she’s taking on her biggest physical challenge yet. London shares her tips as she prepares for a virtual event.
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Radio host Ash London says the key to success in a virtual running challenge will be finding running buddies.
“The first step is actually running…which was the hardest,’’ she said.
“It’s not something that comes naturally to me but it’s something that I’ve always wanted to do. I’ve started with baby steps.
“A walk turned into a jog. A jog turned into a run. My husband is one of those strange people who loves running so that’s really helped me get motivated as it’s something we’ve been able to do together. From there it’s all about rest and recovery so I can keep my body moving and doing longer runs. Slow and steady.”
London is taking on the Blackmores Sydney Running Festival Virtual Run running from September 20 until November 8.
“It’s so easy to make the ‘I’m too busy’ excuse, but at the end of the day if I can spend an hour on Instagram, I can find time to get my butt moving,’’ she said.
“After a hectic year of microphones, mobile phones and computer screens I’d love to get off the grid, rest and re-connect with nature. Thankfully I’ll be fighting fit by the time November comes…so maybe a couple of hikes wouldn’t go astray.
“Other than that I will just be working hard, and remaining grateful for a wonderful job and a healthy body. If 2020 has taught me anything it’s to be grateful for the things we often take for granted.”