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By Irene Wilson  From as early as I can remember I was carrying a football around with me or riding my Raleigh chipper pretending to be evil Knievel, playing rounders with the neighbourhood kids or red in the eyes from hours in the local pool.   I would play outside until it got dark and […]

By Ele  McGhee Before breast cancer…. there was Her Spirit – encouraging me to become more active in my late middle years; re-igniting my passion for cycling with group rides, providing me with new opportunities including learning open water swimming, to swim freestyle and take part in running workshops.   Then on September 23rd last […]

By Jo Roulson  I’m a 45-year-old mum of 2, working four days a week, so trying to fit in exercise and focus on myself can be challenging.   On the 22nd of September, I’m attempting by far my biggest challenge yet: riding my bike from London to Paris in 24 hours 😬   Leaving Black […]

Channel Relay Swim – September 2023 I’m Amy from Cumbria, last Friday I swam as part of a 4 person relay team from England to France with Ali, another Her Spirit member.  I knew it would be hard, but I have to say I am pretty shell shocked and emotional about the whole experience! I […]