Badass Mamas

  • Rheumatoid Arthritis and Marathon Training

    by bev logan
    Prior to being diagnosed with Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) I ran lots of half marathons, I think about 7 but I always lose count! I never wanted to do a marathon, it seemed like a scary distance and a lot of training! However, there’s something about being diagnosed with a chronic illness, one which I often feel like I have no control over, that made me want to do something big and scary
    Posted in Illness, Races, running journey, running mum

  • Badass Mama Sam on Running with Inflammatory Arthritis

    by Beverley Logan
    Me and running were on a break. It’s hard to explain the amount of pain I was in and the frustration I felt when every medical professional put it down to any sport that I did.
    Posted in Illness, Races, running journey, running mum

  • Returning to running after a Prolapse.

    by Beverley Logan
    Standing on the start line I had butterflies. The race started well - probably setting off a little too quick but the pace felt good. The hardest part was between 5-8km but the crowd where amazing. Clapping and cheering every runner that went pass them. I spotted a few people that I knew which helped pushed me on.
    Posted in Illness, Races, running journey, running mum

  • Rachel runs the 'Chase The Sun Tatton 10K'

    by Beverley Logan
    When I got to 7k my legs were really heavy and my aim became not to walk. I caught up with several runners who seemed to be having the same problem. We progressed on to the finish line and past the mansion house. Some people started to sprint...
    Posted in Races, running mum

  • Badass Catie on running the Half Marathon De Sables

    by Beverley Logan
    Be warned, this is quite long and it's quite personal, so either discard without further thought or grab a cuppa and hunker down. A few facts: Da...
    Posted in Marathon De Sables, Races, running journey, running mum

  • Top Tips for your First Half Marathon

    by Beverley Logan
    With Cardiff Half Marathon fast approaching, and training plans well underway the nerves may be setting in for many first-time half marathoners.  Fear not, the ladies from the BAMR Facebook group have got you covered with their top 5 tips for your first half marathon!
    Posted in Professional Advice, Races

  • Claire on Running and PTSD

    by Beverley Logan

    The last week I’ve had recurring nightmares and felt panicked at the slightest things.

    My flashbacks have been triggered by the smallest things so much so that I withdrew from some planned activities and spent more time at home in my “safe bubble”.

    Posted in Mental Health, Races, running journey, running mum

  • Expert Advice from 'Being Mum' Festival Founder Kate

    by Beverley Logan
    After a night out I applied for Marathon Des Sables - you only live once right. I was so drunk I’d forgotten I’d applied until a year later (there’s a 2 year waiting list) only to get an email to say that I was in and had a year to train. This is where I really fell in love with running and the running community. Since then I have placed top 10 in Grand to Grand and second in the Themes Path Challenge 100k. I’m determined to win an ultra one day. 
    Posted in Professional Advice, Races, running journey, running mum

  • Badass Mum of 2 Fay Shares her Half Marathon Journey

    by Beverley Logan

    I went through to the bedroom, woke up my partner and showed him the test. We lay on the bed in stunned silence for a while before I announced, “anyway, I’m off to Parkrun, see you later.”

    Posted in Races, running journey, running mum

  • Louise Runs 'Race to The King' a 53 Mile Ultra Marathon!

    by Beverley Logan
    At 40 miles I was no longer a runner, I was no longer me, I was just a woman, putting one foot in front of the other, willing herself on through the night. 
    Posted in Races, running journey, running mum

  • Hazel Shares her Inspiring Journey to Ultra Runner!

    by Beverley Logan

    MY FRIENDS AND FAMILY SAY I INSPIRE THEM WITH MY RUNNING AND WHAT I HAVE BEEN ABLE TO ACHIEVE SO FAR AND I HOPE I CAN CONTINUE TO INSPIRE OTHERS ❤

    Posted in Races, running journey, running mum

  • Nat's First Ever Relay Race

    by Beverley Logan

    18 teams. SHIT! Pressure was on. Especially when I saw how many running clubs were there. They all looked pretty serious to me. What if all these people run 30min Parkruns? What if these people all run past me and knock my confidence? What if I’m so slow and I let my team down?

    So I was there and there was no turning back. I just needed to do the best I possibly could.

    Posted in Races, running journey, running mum