22–23 Mar 2025 318 days to go! #GetOutside

Carrie-Ann Driver

Almost 5 years ago running and the outdoors became a part of my life. After struggling with PND and seeing and hearing people recommend getting out and being active as a way to help mental health it was worth a go. I dusted off my trainers, headed out and managed 3km on my first run! Since then the distances have increased to now regularly running half marathons and even a few full marathons

Living in West Wales I have the perfect playground for doing what I enjoy the most – being outdoors! From on the top of a mountain or in the sea of the many local beaches, that’s where you’ll have a good chance of finding me exploring with the family and dogs.

Over the last 18 months I’ve also become a huge fan of cold water dips! The benefits and the feelings afterwards are something everyone should experience.

I’m a huge fan of colourful leggings and feel it can really brighten up you own mood and others around you, so much so I set up Be Your Happy Place Activewear. Where we encourage and support everyone on their own journey with our motto ‘Be you, Do You, For You’
You can find me on Instagram at @myleggingsarebetterthanyours and @beyourhappyplaceactivewear