Life with Scoliosis

5 Self Care Tips for those with Scoliosis

Posted on November 28, 2019January 29, 2021 by Louise

5 Self Care Tips for Scoliosis Over the past year, I have been living life on full speed, and as a result, have recently made myself pretty ill and run down. This has been very frustrating for me, as I've not been able to run or do the things I enjoy for a while. But this forced rest has made me realise something. That although I have been trying to focus on myself over the last 8 months or so...Read More

A single 6 months: What I’ve learnt

Posted on November 24, 2019December 29, 2020 by Louise

"There will come a time when you believe everything is finished. That will be the beginning." Back in June, I wrote a very personal post about how I was feeling following the end of a toxic relationship. As June is nearly 6 months ago now (and 8 months after said relationship ended), I'm feeling reflective again (not unusual for me!) So I wanted to write a bit of an update of how I'm feeling now, 6 months on, and also...Read More

Parkrun Alphabet Challenge: Jersey!

Posted on November 4, 2019December 29, 2020 by Louise

Earlier this year, myself and a few others from my run club decided to take part in the Parkrun alphabet challenge. This is basically a challenge to complete a Parkrun for every letter of the alphabet. I love this idea because not only do we get to try some new Parkruns, which keeps it fun and interesting, we also get to see a few new places in the process. We started by doing a few of the different local Parkruns,...Read More

Parkrun Alphabet Challenge: N = Northwich parkrun

Posted on July 21, 2019April 13, 2020 by Louise

One of my challenges this year is to start working my way through the Parkrun Alphabet challenge. For me, this is a fun way to try out some new Parkruns, whilst also seeing a bit more of the UK (and world!!) There are quite a few different Parkruns locally to me (within say an hours drive) and so it seems sensible to tick these off the list first. On Saturday, myself and one of my friends from my run club...Read More

Parkrun Alphabet Challenge: Parkrun Tourism

Posted on July 8, 2019December 29, 2020 by Louise

So... you may know from past posts that I'm pretty much addicted to Parkrun. If you haven't heard of Parkrun, it's a free weekly timed 5k that happens in parks all over the world at 9am on Saturday mornings. I've been going to Parkrun for a couple of years on and off, although last year I went most Saturday's if I could. It's a fantastic way to keep fit and meet other like-minded people and there's just a fab, supportive...Read More

Half Marathon Training with Scoliosis: Training Diary – 9 weeks to go!

Posted on July 8, 2019December 29, 2020 by Louise

Hi everyone, So for my next challenge... I was very lucky enough to secure a place in the ballot of the Great North Run in September! (In Newcastle Upon Tyne) To say I'm excited is an understatement. This is a huge race and a massive event in the running community. Soooo... I need to up my training that's for sure. At the beginning of this year, I got a half marathon PB at the Wrexham Half Marathon (2hrs 2 mins!)...Read More

A single 6 months: goal review

Posted on June 17, 2019December 29, 2020 by Louise

In all honestly, the last few months have been pretty rough for me. I have been struggling quite a lot with anxiety following the end of a toxic relationship and I’ll be honest, I have found myself dangerously close to a bad place. However, I have decided to take control and to use this time alone as a period of reflection, to really focus on myself and my goals and get to know myself and what I want out of...Read More

Interview with Freya – founder of Back the Back Walk for Scoliosis

Posted on May 28, 2019April 12, 2020 by Louise

Hi Freya! Tell me a bit about yourself and your scoliosis history, how old were you when you first diagnosed and how did you feel at the time? Hi Louise! I am the founder and organiser of Back the Back Walk. I'm from Buckinghamshire, I have just turned 20, I finished school two years ago, and I am going to Durham University this September to study Music, first study voice. I was diagnosed with Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis when I was...Read More

Inspiring Scoliosis Instagram Accounts: My Top 10

Posted on April 29, 2019December 29, 2020 by Louise

Inspired by my own Instagram obsession, I thought I'd list my top Scoliosis Instagram Accounts to follow. I must admit, I am a little addicted to Instagram at the moment! Apart from Pinterest, Instagram is the main social platform that I use to try and raise awareness of this blog and scoliosis in general (shameless plug - you can follow me on Instagram here!) The thing about Instagram is, it can be incredibly inspiring IF you follow the right accounts....Read More

Scoliosis Awareness Day 2019: Back the Back Walk

Posted on April 16, 2019April 13, 2020 by Louise

This Scoliosis Awareness Day (June 30th, 2019) I'm very excited to be taking part in the Back the Back Walk. This is an event organised by Freya, who also has scoliosis, to raise awareness of scoliosis, as well as some much needed funds for the Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital Charity and Scoliosis Campaign Fund. The RNOH Charity raises money to help the Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital at Stanmore provide world-class care for patients with musculoskeletal conditions, and to support the hospital's pioneering...Read More

April Link Up with A Chronic Voice!

Posted on April 15, 2019December 29, 2020 by Louise

I'm sorry for the lack of posts recently, it's been a manic year already for me, full of ups and downs. I've had a rough couple of months in my personal life, but I have still managed to complete my THIRD half marathon and get a personal best! I have also climbed 2 mountains this year already (Helvellyn in the Lake District and Kinder Scout in the Peaks) and I am now on nearly 50 Park Runs. I have also...Read More

February Overview: Goals completed…what’s next?

Posted on March 18, 2019April 14, 2020 by Louise

Apologies for the lack of posts, it’s been a crazy busy couple of months. I’ve been working hard on my running and fitness though and trying to achieve all my 2019 goals! So…what have I been up to? Goal – Complete 50 Park Runs and Park Run Tourism Hereford Park Run Since January, I have completed 7 Park Runs and I’m now on 45 in total, so I'm very close to my 50 goal! As another one of my goals...Read More

Happy New Year – Goals for 2019 :)

Posted on January 15, 2019April 13, 2020 by Louise

Firstly, a little late but I just wanted to wish my readers a very happy new year! This time of year is always a difficult one for many, including myself. I tend to reflect a lot around this time and also worry about what is ahead. 2018 was a difficult year for me in many respects but it was also a very positive one, it was definitely a year of growth. I achieved so many amazing things I never thought...Read More

10 Gift Ideas for those with Chronic Back Pain

Posted on December 8, 2018April 13, 2020 by Louise

As Christmas is approaching, I thought I’d put together a quick post with some gift ideas if you are buying for somebody who suffers with scoliosis or any kind of chronic back pain. These are just a few things that have helped me over the years and may make a thoughtful gift if you are struggling with what to get. Of course, the usual treats like chocolate and perfume also work well :) 10 Gift Ideas for Chronic Back Pain...Read More

Active Posture: Review

Posted on November 6, 2018November 16, 2020 by Louise

Disclaimer: This is not a sponsored post but I was gifted the Active Posture 2.0 shirt to try. All thoughts and opinions are my own and this review has not been influenced by the company. Active Posture Clothing: Review I was recently contacted by a company called Active Posture - they had read my blog and thought that myself and my readers might benefit from trying their Active Posture 2.0 shirt. Personally, I had never heard of posture clothing but...Read More