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Would you like to join us?

This Sunday, 12th July 2026, I’ll be doing the Jersey to France qualifying swim.

2 hours swimming
1 hour out of the water
1 hour swimming

If anyone is keen to join for some of the swim, all of the swim or would like to kayak, as safety support, please let me know.

Start point to be confirmed but possibly end of Shore Road, East Wittering or East Head, West Wittering.

8:30am start time - two hours before high tide.

Exercise shouldn’t be restricted to the gym.

7km hike with one of my Personal Training clients.

Enjoying the South Downs National Park & making fitness fun.

Training for the Jersey to France channel swim.

My swim team being interviewed on BBC Channel Islands Radio, for the Jersey to France swim, in memory of TJ.

Raising money for RNLI and the Itchenor Sea Wall.

Are you competing this season?
Drop me a line if you need help training or with recovery treatment.



The turquoise waters of Swanage were insanely glorious but as I closed in on land after a 1.5km swim, I knew the rest of the Triathlon was going to be painful.

40km cycling up what felt like a mountain, was only relieved by magical buildings like William the Conquerors 11th Century Corfe Castle.

10km gruelling trail climb up Ballard Hill in the Purbeck Hills was well worth it for the stunning views over Dorset.

WHY?

Warm water immersion increases blood flow to fatigued tissues, easing the symptoms of delayed-onset muscle soreness (DOMS).

EPSOM SALTS: Support the body's natural detoxification pathways. Soaking in magnesium sulphate helps reduce swelling and micro-tears in muscles, caused by intense running.

DEAD SEA SALT: Soaking in this rich mineral solution delivers nutrients like calcium, potassium, zinc & sodium directly through your skin. Relaxing tightened muscles & reducing soreness. Bromide mineral helps minimise joint swelling and calms the body after a heavy training session.

MAGNESIUM FLAKES: You lose vital minerals like magnesium when you sweat. Transdermal absorption allows your body to quickly replenish electrolytes.

BI-CARB: A natural antacid, helping neutralise lactic acid build-up—the main culprit behind post-workout muscle cramps and soreness.

CITRIC ACID: Gently lowers the pH of the bathwater to better match the skin's natural acidic barrier (balancing pH around 5.5).
It acts as a mild exfoliant, helping to remove dead skin cells while softening the skin.

JOJOBA OIL: Structurally mimics your skin's natural oils meaning it is absorbed into the skin, locking in moisture. Jojoba is packed with antioxidants and vitamins like Vitamin E and B-complex. It has natural soothing properties that help combat exercise-induced inflammation.

EUCALYPTUS: Acts as an analgesic. The steam releases the oil’s active compounds, promoting easier breathing and providing a refreshing, revitalising effect, which is especially helpful after heavy cardio sessions.

LAVENDAR: Natural anti-inflammatory properties helping soothe muscle stiffness, aches, and soreness. Inhaling the aroma of lavender oil (containing compounds like linalool and linalyl acetate) actively reduces anxiety and lowers cortisol levels in the blood.

ROSEMARY: Dilates blood vessels, boosting blood flow and accelerating lymphatic drainage to flush out lactic acid. Rosemary naturally contains compounds like camphor and rosmarinic acid, which act as pain relievers to reduce tension and joint stiffness. It is rich in anti-inflammatory properties that help calm the body's natural response to muscle trauma.

MAGNESIUM BALM: Applying it post-workout helps support muscle repair and reduces inflammation. This helps loosen the muscles and tendons surrounding the kneecap that tighten up during intense exercise.