Fit and Healthy

3 months ago something inside me clicked and I realised even though I was skinny I was ridiculously unfit and that I needed to do something about it so I decided to take up running. Now I used to do a bit of running when I was younger but I hadn't ran for about 7 years properly (apart from randomly running sport relief last year) so I won't lie that before that first run with my boyfriend I was nervous as hell. Shaking and everything. Just pure panic. And it didn't go so well! It made me realise how unfit I actually was but I carried on with complete determination that I could get better. 

On Sunday 17th March 2013 I did a 10km run for Age UK called Wrap Up and Run which was something I never thought in a million years I'd be able to do but I did it. To be honest as I'm pretty much in my opinion allergic to exercise I think it came as a surprise to everyone especially my mum and the rest of my family. To be honest my mum was probably in complete shock that I was going to attempt to it but I had motivation in the form of my boyfriend. 
Even though he's a bit of a task master and does get a bit annoyed when I stop mid flow I don't think without him I'd have had the motivation or the determination to do it but I did. Plus when he turned around the night before and said that he didn't think I'd be able to do it due to being in bed with flu the week that made me even more determined that I would finish it one way or another!!! My time was just over an hour (pretty annoying) and I didn't stop till I reached 8km when I literally just couldn't run any more but all in all I finished and it was the one of the best feeling afterwards of achievement I think I've ever felt as well as relief that I could now rest.

I've been a bit slack recently but this week I'm going to start running again as I'm aiming to do the Race For Life 10km in under an hour and also at the same time raise money for a great cause. There really is no better feeling that crossing the finish line after working your legs as hard as you can and I look forward to experiencing that feeling again in July.

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5 Favourite Blogs

To do a post about my 5 Favourite Blogs is really difficult as every blog has a quirk and something unique about them that makes me read and follow them so this is something that I genuinely have had to give a significant amount of thought to in order to be able to write this post but I think I've got some of the 5 that I regularly read so they must be my favourites I suppose.

1)dotty-dolly.blogspot.co.uk

I absolutely love this blog and Jade who writes it is lovely as well. 
She's always posts brilliant outfits of the day that I would love to be able to wear in the chic way she does but I don't quite think I can. 
She also has a DIY section on her blog and is always posting about new items and giving a run down of her favourite items! 
If you haven't already then definitely check out this blog it's definitely worth it!

2)fabheadtotoe.blogspot.co.uk

Emma covers beauty, fashion and lifestyle on her blog and the great thing about her blog is the constant stream of new material which I just love. I love reading her new posts and they are always full of something interesting! Emma's blog has grown since it first started and I for one hope the same happens to mine.

3)mgnhndly.blogspot.co.uk

Meg is something I really admire and I love how she's created her blog to "destroy the prejudices" people have over sufferers of depression and anxiety. I know how this feels after suffering from depression for many years and the fact that Megan doesn't hide it and writes truthfully about it but there's also the fun elements of her blog that just show why we shouldn't be labelled.
Check her out as this is truly one of the best reads of a blog about!

4)www.robynmayday.com

Robyn's blog is the first stop I go to for inspiration on affordable fashion and for outfit combinations when I'm literally so stuck to what to wear. 
She puts the outfits together that I'd never think of and also buys items that I'm unsure about but once she's styled them up I'm instantly regretting the decision to not buy them.
This girl can make anything look good!

5)www.chloewitty.com

Now not only does Chloe have brilliant name but she has a brilliant blog! There's such a varied range of posts that she creates that you never know what's going to be her next posts!
I love how she not only does fashion but beauty as well as I'm a person who equally loves both!
I love her Sunday round ups and I just simply think if you haven't read her blog you are simply missing out!

Jade, Emma, Meg, Robyn and Chloe all made it into my top 5 because I just love their blogs and find them so interesting to read - I hate to think I've missed out on a post from any of them! But 
As a newbie to blogging I look at their blogs for tips, help and inspiration for how my blog can develop as it gets older.
My advice is to get reading these blogs now because you really don't want to miss out on any of these five!
There are also so many other blogs out there that I love to read just unfortunately I can only name five.

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This is my day

So today's topic for BEDM is a day in your life! And well today is unlike any other day for me especially with being a uni student apart from unusually I don't have a hangover due to currently being on a detox. But basically this is the first things I consult when I get up is my laptop and my to do book!

Basically I have to write everything down because I have one of the worst memories possible and then I look at it first thing in the morning so I know what I have to do that day.

Then I have the task of washing my hair - something that really annoys me before having to go to uni for my last ever European Business Environment Lesson! Yay! Then I had to meet my friend and go to the letting agents for next years flat about some paperwork and some questions we had to ask them that simply they didn't know (useless).
After then it was a stop to the pub where I broke my detox:

Which I'm being slightly regretful about now but will just have to make up with exercise in the week! The BBQ and catching up with friends certainly made it worth it but now my bed calls and I won't lie it's the best feeling of the day - even if I only get a few hours sleep before a beautiful full day of moaning customers tomorrow! Yay for retail!!!

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Website Of The Week

I am absolutely in love with www.prodigyred.com and it's prices hence why it's my Website Of The Week! With reasonable prices that would put Primark to shame and free delivery on orders over £15.00 I can see why this website is a go to for many. Here's my top items that I just can't wait to get my hands on but I can assure you there are so many more things that I want and one look at this website and you'll no doubt be exactly the same!

Block Heel Boots.£14.99.Available here.

Floral Skater Dress. £7.99. Available here.

Bodycon Cityscape Dress.£12.99.Available here.

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Item Of The Day

My Item Of The Day was found when I was flicking through some blogs last night and came across kimiandme.blogspot.co.uk who had done a competition entry for the Ted Baker Blogger Competition (that I need to find more about) and found the absolute most perfect dress!

I have been looking for a dress like this for such a long time and literally think that even though the price tag is £159 that this dress just needs to be in my wardrobe!

What do you think?

Ranni Dress.£159.Ted Baker. Available here.
(Image from www.tedbaker.com)
Dress also available in black/

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Spring Is Here!

Spring! So today's Blog Every Day of May Post is all about Spring and to be honest I never really like it that much. As a student it's one of the most stressful times as you're having to make sure all your deadlines are in and then after that I have to make sure that I'm revising enough whilst all my friends who's courses have finished way before mine are out there enjoying themselves. 

But this year I've set my motions in action early and already started the tedious revision process a good 4 weeks beforehand instead of the usual panic motions I have around a week before the exam and still do nothing till about 3 days before but this year I'm on track. Plus spring is perfect for having a "Spring Clean" something I will certainly be having as I desperately need to get rid of some of my stuff as currently my room is literally overflowing.

By far my favourite thing about Spring is when the dull drab colours of Winter are put away and I get out all my bright floral dresses and summer sandals and I feel a sudden lift that the bad weather is behind us. Of course I live in England so there's going to be rain still (it's a given) but it's knowing that the snow won't be coming back which is never a bad thing!

Spring is the start of the Summer so even though I have a lot of work to do between now and then it doesn't mean I can't embrace it everything that's good and I love about Spring and to do that I might just need to purchase this perfect Spring Dress from Asos! 

Asos Embellished Shift. £85.00. Available here.
(Image from www.asos.com)

So what are you all thinking about Spring? 

Does this time of the year excite you?

Or are you simply waiting for Summer to come knocking?

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5 Lines

So I'm not one for really being consistent even though I  try but when I heard about Rosalilium challenge of Blogging Every Day of Day or #BEDM (on Twitter) then I knew that it would certainly be challenge for me to make sure I did a blog  post every day and I'm rather excited to see how I do considering it's the month of May which for me is basically deadlines and exams boo!

Anyway today's topic of post is describing yourself in 5 lines so here goes!

My name is Chloe, 22 and currently a 2nd year student plus part time retail assistant!

I live in Southampton but originally come from Devon and I have mid length dark brown hair.

My favourite colour is green and I adore floral dresses, high heels and handbags.

I couldn't be without my family and friends who mean the world to me and who support and get me through no matter what.

One day I will own a Mulberry Bayswater and travel the world!

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