Myrachle The Spa Rituals

🏅💜 I DID IT! MY FIRST HALF MARATHON! 🥹🩷

13.1 miles. 21.1 km. 2:46:25! 🎉

I still can’t believe I completed the Oxford Half Marathon 2026!

I only started running this year, and with my 50th birthday approaching, I wanted to prove to myself that it’s never too late to take on something that once seemed impossible.

There were nerves, sleepless nights and plenty of doubts… but I DID IT! 😂🥹

And what made it even more special was sharing this incredible experience with my son Carlos. ❤️

To have us both complete the Oxford Half Marathon and celebrate with our medals is a mother-and-son memory I’ll treasure forever. 🥹🏅

And to my wonderful family, friends and Team Myrachle — THANK YOU! ❤️

To everyone who travelled to Oxford, stood along the route cheering, sent messages, tracked us, took photos, hugged me afterwards or simply believed in me — you made this day unforgettable.

Together, we’ve also raised an incredible £3,520 for Alzheimer’s Society! 💜

My legs are tired, my heart is full, and I’ll remember this day forever.

Almost 50. First half marathon. Mission accomplished! 🏅🩷

IT’S RACE DAY! 🏃‍♀️🏅🩷💜

I can’t believe the day is finally here! Today, I’ll be running my very first half marathon — the Oxford Half Marathon 2026 — alongside my son Carlos, in support of Alzheimer’s Society. 🥹💜

I only started running this year, and as I approach my 50th birthday, I wanted to challenge myself to do something I once thought was impossible.

21.1 kilometres. My first half marathon. A promise I made to myself. ❤️

Am I nervous? YES! 😂🙈
Am I excited? ABSOLUTELY!
Did I sleep well? Let’s not talk about that! 🤣

But I’m ready to give this challenge my best.

When I first started fundraising, my target was just £500. Then I increased it to £1,500.

And now, thanks to your incredible generosity:

💜 £3,026 raised — and still counting!
💜 99 amazing supporters
💜 More than double my £1,500 target!

I honestly never imagined we’d come this far. 🥹

To everyone who has donated, shared my page, encouraged me or believed in me — THANK YOU FROM THE BOTTOM OF MY HEART!

This achievement belongs to all of us.

But today is also about fulfilling the personal challenge I set myself. I’m not chasing a perfect time. I want to enjoy the experience, listen to my body and hopefully cross that finish line knowing I gave it my best.

To my family and friends coming to Oxford to cheer us on, and everyone supporting from afar, thank you for being part of this special day. 🩷

💜 FUNDRAISING IS STILL OPEN! 💜

If you’d still like to support Alzheimer’s Society, you can find my donation link in my Instagram Story or bio.

Every donation, big or small, is deeply appreciated.

From £500 to over £3,000. From a beginner runner to my first half-marathon start line. What a journey! 🥹

Now it’s time to take on those 21.1 kilometres!

Oxford, here we come! Wish Carlos and me luck! 🏃‍♀️🏅🩷💜

https://www.justgiving.com/fundraising/justgivingcomoxfordhalfmarathon2026myrachlerunsat50?utm_medium=FR&utm_source=WA

19.02 KM. 🥹🏃‍♀️💜

Two months ago, I had a superficial blood clot and had to stop training for a while.

Coming back, I took things gradually. There were days I worried I’d lost too much time, days my body didn’t feel quite right, and plenty of moments when I wondered whether I’d really be ready for my first half marathon.

Today I had planned to run 15–16 km.

I’d been up since 5am, so I honestly wasn’t even sure I’d manage that. 😅

But for once, as soon as I stepped outside,
It was just me and the road.

And somehow… 15 km became 16. Then 17. Then 18. And finally 19.02 km. 🥹

My half marathon is 21.1 km.

That means tonight I finished just 2.08 km away from the distance I’ll take on for real. 🥳

I know those final 2 km on race day won’t necessarily be easy. But tonight has given me something I desperately needed:

belief that I can do this.

From having to stop training two months ago to standing here tonight with 19 km in my legs… I’m so grateful for what my body has allowed me to do.

Now I’m going to recover because apparently I’m supposed to be dancing to ABBA tomorrow. 😂💃

21.1 km… I’m coming for you. 💜🏃‍♀️✨

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A little late in the day, but this celebration deserves its own moment ✨ Happy birthday to our dear Katja! ✨Hope your day was filled with laughter, love, and cake as fabulous as you are. Here’s to a brilliant year ahead! 🎂🥳🥰

💜 8 YEARS • 50 YEARS OF LIFE • 5 GIFTS OF CARE • 13.1 MILES 💜

Today Myrachle The Spa Rituals celebrates 8 years! ✨✨✨✨✨✨✨✨

As I look back, I feel incredibly grateful to every client, friend and member of our team who has supported us along the way. Thank you for being part of our journey. 💜🙏

This year is even more special as I turn 50 in November, and on 11 October I’ll be taking on a half marathon — 13.1 miles — as part of making this milestone year truly meaningful. 🏃‍♀️

So instead of simply celebrating, I want to give something back.

🌿 5 GIFTS OF CARE 🌿

To represent my five decades of life, we’re gifting FIVE complimentary 1-hour massages to five people in our community who could really use an hour of care.

One person will receive a massage each week, from the first week of November until the first week of December.

Do you know someone who is going through a difficult time, experiencing financial hardship, loss or a major life change? Perhaps they’re always caring for everyone else, or simply wouldn’t normally be able to afford or prioritise a massage.

We’d love you to nominate them. 💜

HOW TO NOMINATE:

Email: [email protected]
Subject: 5 Gifts of Care Nomination

Please tell us your name, the name of the person you’re nominating, and in 50–150 words why you’d love them to receive this gift. Please also confirm that they’re able to visit The Spa Rituals.

✨ Nominations close 31 October 2026.

No purchase, payment or donation is required. This isn’t a competition or popularity vote — it’s simply our way of giving back.

8 years of Myrachle The Spa Rituals.
50 years of life.
5 gifts of care.
13.1 miles.

One special season of gratitude, challenge and giving back. 💜

With love and gratitude,
Myrachle The Spa Rituals Team 🌿✨

10 kilometres. 🤍

A few months ago, I wasn’t sure I could run for more than a few minutes.

This wasn’t about pace.
It wasn’t about being the fastest.

It was about proving to myself that I can do hard things.

Running has quietly become my space to breathe, think, and reconnect with myself. Between running a business, family responsibilities, and everything life brings, every run reminds me that progress doesn’t come from perfection—it comes from showing up.

If you’re waiting until you feel “ready” to start something…

Start anyway.

One small step becomes another, and one day you’ll look back and realise how far you’ve come.

💜 Next stop: my first half marathon on 11th October.

Before the guests arrived… before the candles were lit… before the cake was cut… there was a quiet moment.

A moment where I looked around the room, at the photos from babyhood to adulthood, and realized that the little boy I once carried is now 21.

This year wasn’t about extravagant celebrations.

It was about being present.

About making memories.

About hearing family sing Happy Birthday across oceans.

About gratitude.

As a single parent, I often wonder if I’ve done enough.

Today reminded me that love, time, effort, and showing up matter more than perfection ever will.

Happy 21st Birthday, Marcus. 🎂💙

May you always have the courage to follow your own path and the wisdom to stay true to who you are.

And thank you for making me proud every single day.

No matter how old you get, you’ll always be my baby.

✨ Here’s to the next chapter.

Most days are spent running our spa business and looking after clients, so mornings like this are extra special. Started the day with parkrun, then slowed things down with family breakfast, colouring books, and quality time together. A perfect reminder of what it’s all about. ❤️🏃‍♂️🍔👨‍👩‍👧‍👦

A special birthday appreciation post for Anna, who brings calm, kindness, and genuine care into the lives of so many clients every single day 🤍🤍🤍

Thank you for every conversation, every moment of support, and every safe space you create.

We hope your day is as beautiful as you are ✨✨✨
Happy Birthday Anna, with all our hearts… ❤️ 🎂 💐