Boobalicious – A Guide to Sports Bras for Big Boobed Runners

Anyone who knows me will know that I have big boobs. I can’t hide the fact. At a 36F (or an E in M&S) and a runner, it is therefore absolutely vital that I have a good sports bra. For this reason, I often get asked by fellow big-breasted ladies where they can get a good, cheap, sports bra. Good
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Lunaling Capri – Product Review

Some of you will remember that some time ago, I reviewed a pair of Zaggora Hot Pants, in the hope that they would make me slim. There’s now a new kid on the block and they go by the name of Lunaling. Similar to the Zaggoras, they increase your energy expenditure during exercise and increase your core temperature, leading to
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Best in Fitness

I’m a Best British Fitness Blogging Bird

Or at least I am according to the lovely Julia of Fitness Rocks! Thanks, Julia! I’m in good company as my bestie (I hate that word) of Jog Blog fame amongst others have also been selected. I’ve mostly eaten chips this week though. This is probably not the criteria of a fitness blogger, but do as I say, not do
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HelsBels Last Minute Marathon Running Tips

or how to finish a marathon, by a slightly chubby and lazy 20 something. So, it’s that time of year where the spring marathon runners are fitting in their last long runs and starting to taper. It’s hard to believe that 2 years ago, I completed the Brighton Marathon. Especially in light of the fact that my foot has just
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Chris’s Jogle for STARS

I don’t often blog about charity events. However, this is one close to the heart. I have a lovely friend, called Cath. Cath has a lovely boyfriend, called Chris (otherwise known as Mandy). Today, Chris begins the epic journey on bike from John O’ Groats to Lands End. This is 950 miles and he is aiming to complete this in
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If I were a rich girl…(a blog about knickers)

HA! Made you look.  Toilet paper and knickers, it’s all happening here. At least I have something far more glamorous today. In many respects, I am a typical girl. It doesn’t matter how terrible I feel, a gorgeous set of underwear and a beautiful pair of shoes are always guaranteed to cheer me up. Has anyone else read Secret Dreamworld
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Toilet Paper Winner (Andrex Washlets Review)

I’m proper glamorous here at HelsBels. Not only do I blog about fashion and fitness, I also giveaway fantastic prizes like toilet roll, thanks to the lovely people at Andrex® Washlets. Using my faithful friend, the Custom Random Number Generator, a winner was selected at random. Congratulations Hayley Morgan, aka number 4. Hayley wanted to win the prize because: After
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Walking around Edinburgh – Rock and Roll Half Marathon Training

Last weekend, I spent a lovely long weekend in Edinburgh with Jimmy. My good friend Emily, from the USA is currently visiting Scotland and we decided that it was a good opportunity to all meet up and have some fun. We had a great time, but I have realised just how unfit I am and how completing the Edinburgh Half
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Competition Time – Keep Fit with Andrew Washlets!

HelsBels has teamed up with Andrex® Washlets, a pre-moistened flushable toilet tissue wipe, to help you feel fresh, energised and prepared for any occasion this January. As well as a hairbrush and shower gel, Andrex® Washlets are an essential for any gym, helping you to feel fresh and energised before and after you work up a sweat. Andrex® Washlets is
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Clothes Shopping for Spring

I’m doing it again. I’m shopping and spending money. Those of you who know me, know just how much I love clothes and whilst most of my stuff is sourced on eBay, vintage stalls or quirky independent boutique labels, I’m not above the odd high street buy as this is where you can buy some good basics and fun accessories
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