WeLCOME TO
Self-sparring
This is an ongoing journal of reflections, real-life stories, and lessons inspired by boxing, a sport where, despite the people in your corner, you ultimately stand alone. These entries are shared as they are lived and serve as insights that will shape a three-book series exploring resilience, human behaviour, healing, and personal growth.
– JOURNAL
Here’s what I’ve been up to lately…
-

My weight loss journey
Read more: My weight loss journeySince my hip replacement and the final stage of my weight loss, I have started receiving a lot more 🔥 emojis and comments on Instagram from both men and women, often expressing surprise at how much my body…
-

A Guide to Boxing Gyms in Edinburgh
Read more: A Guide to Boxing Gyms in EdinburghIf you’re thinking about taking up boxing in Edinburgh, you’ll quickly discover that every gym has its own personality. Some focus on fitness, others on competitive boxing, and some strike a balance between the two. Over the past…
-

Recovering from Hip Replacement: a 10 week journey
Read more: Recovering from Hip Replacement: a 10 week journeyWhen I decided to have my left hip replaced at 42, I wasn’t worried about the operation itself. I was worried about what months of inactivity would do to my mental health. Here you will find more about…