SUPBIKERUN Devon 2025: Heat, Hills, and High Fives
This summer I took on something new – my first SUPBIKERUN event. Set in the heart of Devon at Roadford...
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Ben
I’m a fitness enthusiast and Peloton addict who loves challenging limits through races, paddleboarding, and life’s adventures. Here, I share milestones, reflections on Acoustic Neuroma, and stories of resilience and growth.
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Paddling for Purpose: 18 Miles on the Avon for Guide Dogs
In support of Guide Dogs for the Blind, I participated in The Doggy Paddle today, an 18-mile stand-up...
Why I Keep Blogging, Even When No One’s Watching
Sometimes when I examine the metrics on the dashboard, I see a flat line. No views. Nothing to say....
Measured, Not Moving: Acoustic Neuroma Update
Ten minutes. That’s all it took today to shift the emotional weight I’ve been quietly carrying since my...
Taking Back My Data: Why I Ditched Strava Premium and Built My Own Fitness Dashboard
Taking Back My Data: Why I Ditched Strava Premium and Built My Own Fitness Dashboard At the start of...
Challenging Myself, Supporting Others: Why I’m Taking On the SUP Bike Run for BANA
When I was first diagnosed with an acoustic neuroma in 2023, I told myself, “Well… at least it’s...
Sleep and Tinnitus: Tracking the Impact of Acoustic Neuroma on Rest
Sleep is a fundamental human necessity, yet it becomes elusive when living with neurological conditions...
Keeping My Balance: How Paddleboarding Helps Me Live With an Acoustic Neuroma
Keeping My Balance: How Paddleboarding Helps Me Live With an Acoustic Neuroma When I was first diagnosed...
Why the Word ‘Benign’ Can Be So Damaging for People with Acoustic Neuromas (and Other Brain Tumours)
When you first hear the word benign after a brain scan, it can sound like a huge relief.It means your...
When the World Feels Too Loud: Sensory Overload and Vestibular Disorders
Living with an acoustic neuroma—a benign tumour on the balance and hearing nerve—comes with a unique set...
Chase The Hare
Running, paddling, blogging, and dealing with an acoustic neuroma – one adventure (and mishap) at a time. Welcome to the behind-the-scenes chaos!
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