by Chris Smith | Oct 12, 2018 | Blog, Running
I’ll start this by saying I am not a natural runner. I never have been. My knees hurt when I run and I get lower back pain. Cycling has always been my preference, and before signing up for my first marathon, the furthest I’d ever run in one go was 7.5k...
by Chris Smith | Sep 20, 2018 | Blog
Vivi Nation was created because I want to encourage a healthier and more active nation. It all began during my time at University… It was there I developed a passion for cycling and running, having signed up to do a triathlon in a bid to ditch the typically unhealthy...
by Chris Smith | Sep 12, 2018 | Blog, Cycling
More and more cyclists are taking to the road every year. If you are thinking about joining them and want to get involved, here are six tips for beginner cyclists to help you ride better and safer. Make sure your bike fits. Choosing your bike shouldn’t be a...
by Chris Smith | Sep 10, 2018 | Blog, Fitness, Running
Getting started with running can feel pretty daunting. I’ve been there. But the benefits of getting started far outweigh the negatives of not. For me, taking my first steps into running began with signing up for a duathlon (combining running with cycling). ...
by Chris Smith | Sep 7, 2018 | Blog, Health, Monthly Topic
It’s incredibly disappointing to see the results of the latest research from the World Health Organization (WHO), revealing that very little progress has been made in reducing levels of physical inactivity worldwide. The WHO report (which analysed data from...
