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Compex is something I have used a lot in my physio recover from hip surgery and highly recommend, hence offering a Compex discount code. Designed for athletes, SP 8.0 is the TOP of the range in terms of wireless muscle stim. Connectable and modular, SP 8.0 includes the brand new mi-Autorange feature that continually brings you better results. You can upgrade to the SP 8.0 WOD Edition, which comes with tonnes of additional extras.
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When to use it
Most commonly used to warm up muscles before exercise, the Compex SP Wireless 8.0 can also be used to warm down after exercise and to treat pain when recovering from injury. So regardless of whether you are training to run around the world or are still suffering from a recurring shoulder complaint, the Compex SP Wireless 8.0 is an ideal tool in your fitness arsenal that will aid recovery and enhance performance.
Use it for
Massage and oxygenation
Body building and increase strength
Treat muscle strain and provide pain relief
Targeted muscle stimulation
Resistance
Toning, firming and shaping
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I choose to camouflage my face, and that’s okay. Finding a process that works took time. It’s a combination of reducing the vitiligo contrast by having no tan, and then a colour base to bring my natural skin tone back. I like a no make-up feel for this colour so use Zanderm wide applicator. It means I can put it on and not be wearing anything, no stains on sheets, fake tans or waking up conscious of no make-up. I then add normal foundation or stay natural, depending on the look I’m after. Here’s a full how to on my vitiligo face camouflage process.
Zanderm discount code will give you 10% off all purchases from zanderm.com – the ideal vitiligo camouflage make up. I use it daily and swear by it.
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The Zanderm Vitiligo Concealer helps you instantly cover vitiligo spots with just a few easy strokes. It’s mess-free and smudge resistant. It dries quickly, resulting in long-lasting coverage you can rely on. This natural, dermatologist-tested makeup for vitiligo is hypoallergenic and gentle, making it a great way to manage vitiligo symptoms.
The Custom Fit Guards discount code hearing protection is a must have accessory for motorcycle riding
As a rider our ears are often neglected in our protection. We use chainsaws with hearing protection etc, but on the bike many neglect their hearing. I’ve been riding with custom molded ear protection for years now. It’s comfortable, fits under my helmets and with inbuilt filters, I can hear everything I need. The filters work to protect your hearing from the damaging sounds, such as wind noise which can seriously fatigue the hearing. I’m a big fan or custom Fit Guards, hence offering a Custom Fit Guards discount code to others looking to save their hearing for the future.
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One of the really cool features that is unique to the CF Auto V2, is that it gives the rider the option to choose whether they want the noise lessened or blocked out completely. The design team at CFG have craftily combined 2 of their most popular plugs, the CF Auto (lets in minimal sound in by utilising a filter) and the CF Block (blocks around 30db as CFGs most protective plug) into one product, giving the rider choice with their protection level. Having the filter uncovered is perfect for road riding so you can still be aware of traffic sounds and having the filter covered is ideal for track since you’re usually sitting at eye watering RPM whilst giving it the berries.
Comfort wise, as a custom molded option, they fit my ear lugs perfectly. The material they are made of is surprisingly soft adding to comfort. After initially putting my lid on, you’ll find you quickly forget their there in after a few minutes of riding as they don’t dig in anywhere.
The manufacturing processes uses soft medical grade silicone enabling the ear plugs to be very comfortable and be a perfect match of your ear impressions. Each earpiece is individually moulded to your ear which gives a much more comfortable fit compared to off the shelf products you can pick up on a budget.
If you are looking to invest in yourself and save some money in the process, you can use my Custom fit Guards discount code: “GIRLONABIKE” in the discount box!
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If you’re super high quality beautiful products and health supplements then I highly recommend Proto-col and here is a Proto-col discount code for 10% off all purchases – VR10
Proto-col are a British brand delivering results-driven skincare and wellness innovation. Science guides their research and development and in turn, informs their use of collagen and its proven ability to support the natural ageing process. This inside-out approach delivers results you can see, feel and trust.
I take the Colostrum Powder for immune systems support – specifically to see how it helps my vitiligo. Vitiligo is a autoimmune disorder so I thought it was worth at try.
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Touch Note discount – £10 off cards with “VANETSKZ”
With digitalisation taking over most of our communications I still love the feeling of having something in the post! I regularly write letters and cards but sometimes I want some personal photos, and with no printer at home, I use Touch Note and have a Touch Note discount for you. This is also amazing when away on a trip and wanting to send a postcard to someone.
You can easily share memories, special moments, and keep in contact with friends and family. It’s great! If you use my friend code you can get £10 off your first year with Touch Note if you use my code VANETSKZ.
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As seen in Pick Me Up!: Clipping my helmet into place as I left the office, I felt a weight lift off my shoulders. I’d had a busy day, but I was ready to hit the road.
Jumping on my pedal bike, as the wind hit my face all my stress melted away.
I’d always been active and exercise was a huge part of my life. My weekends were filled with road trips, kite surfing, mountain biking and climbing. I cycled the 16-mile round trip to work every day, hit the gym at lunchtime, then liked to get out onto the water in the evening when I could, too.
And that day, a glorious spring evening in March 2014, I left work and headed off on the eight-mile ride to a lake just outside of central Oxford for a spot of wakeboarding. Coming out of the city, I headed a mile down the road – and as the traffic light ahead of me turned green, I pedalled hard to keep momentum. But as I sailed through, a car came out of nowhere, cutting across my path. It must have skipped a red light. And before I knew what was happening, I felt my body crumple as I smashed into the rear passenger door at 15mph. It felt like hitting a wall.
Screaming as I fell to the ground, one of my feet was stuck on the pedal thanks to my cycling cleats, while my other foot had come out of the shoe and my leg splayed out under the bike.
‘Help!’ I shouted out.
‘Are you OK?’ a stranger asked, rushing over to me.
In a daze, I tried to take in my surroundings. Trapped under the bike, I realised I couldn’t move as pain shot through me.
The traffic noises around me started to fade as people helped lift my bike off me, and passers-by who’d stopped to help shuffled me to the kerb.
Thankfully once the initial shock had subsided, I seemed to be mostly OK, apart from a few scrapes and bruises – although my right arm was in a lot of pain.
One of the people who’d stopped to help called an ambulance, while I called my husband Alex, 37, as the police showed up, too.
‘I’ve been in an accident,’ I told him, my voice trembling.
Alex met me at John Radcliffe Hospital in Oxford half an hour later, where the extent of my injuries became clear. My finger was dislocated, my right shoulder had doubled in size and my hip was damaged, too.
‘Get some rest, you should be fine,’ doctors said, discharging me after a few hours.
Back at home I was completely exhausted but in good spirits.
‘I was lucky,’ I said to Alex – I was confident that with a bit of rest I’d be fine and back out cycling, wakeboarding and climbing again in no time.
The thought of cycling on a road again was scary after what I’d been through, but I refused to let that stop me.
But as the weeks passed, if anything the pain got worse.
I assumed it was just the bruising and swelling.
These things take time, I told myself. But I couldn’t help thinking that something bigger was wrong.
And after two months of steroid injections to help the pain, I was referred to a specialist who discovered that my shoulder was dislocated.
I underwent full reconstructive surgery in April 2015 and I knew I faced a daunting recovery – but I was prepared to do whatever it took to get back on my feet.
I couldn’t help thinking something was wrong And a few months post-op, I decided to buy a motorbike to commute to work as I was still unable to cycle.
I was terrified, but I knew I had to overcome my fear of being on the roads.
‘I don’t think I can do this,’ I said to Alex as I straddled the bike on our driveway.
But as I gently revved the engine and eased off the drive, I felt a rush of adrenaline. The motorbike gave me the adventure I craved, without pushing my physical limitations too far.
I spent the next year slowly trying to build my strength up and get my life back, and for Alex and me, motorbiking became our new hobby.
But in April 2016, I was devastated to discover I needed hip surgery. It had been causing me a lot of pain, and doctors discovered it was more badly damaged than they’d first realised.
I underwent a seven-hour operation at Cambridge Spire Hospital to fix my joint, ligament and cartilage.
Life as I knew it came to a halt – again. I became dependent on Alex for basic tasks, and I had to learn how to walk all over again.
For someone who’d always been so fit and active, I really struggled. It had been over two years since the accident, and at times it felt like I was going backwards – but I was determined to get back to my old self again.
‘Please can I have a dirt bike?’ I spontaneously said to Alex one morning.
‘If that’s what you want,’ he replied, grinning excitedly. I’d never ridden a dirt bike, but I loved to ride motorcycles, so I was excited to give it a go.
Of course, I had to wait to be mobile enough post-surgery, but we started the hunt and found a great beginner’s bike.
And I was over the moon to see it sat on our driveway a few days later.
Five months later, in September 2016, I was able to steadily ride my dirt bike near to home.
It was completely blissful. I was only going slowly, but it was enough to give me a glimpse of my old life.
But there was a niggling feeling in my hip, and eventually I couldn’t ignore it any longer.
After a private scan, I was devastated to discover that my previous surgery had broken down and I had shrapnel in my hip.
My whole world fell apart when doctors broke the news that I needed yet another operation.
Over the next four years, I underwent four more surgeries to fix my hip and it felt like I was constantly doing physio.
I was craving off-road racing, but I couldn’t take the risk with the damage to my hip.
I spent countless nights in my garage just practising and strengthening my core by doing squats and lunges.
Eventually, I mastered a lot of balancing techniques on my dirt bike, and Alex and I were both so proud of how far I had come. I even started riding again tentatively, too.
‘I’m starting to feel like me again,’ I whispered to myself happily.
And the more I rode my dirt bike and the more I got my confidence back, the more I realised how much I loved it – and how good I was at it.
So in 2020, I took the plunge and competed in my first off-road race.
It was exhilarating – zooming around on off-road courses like gravel, mud or grassy roads. Over the next few years, I entered more competitions and I fell more and more in love with the sport.
In a twisted way, I’m grateful for the accident And in February 2024, I completed my most challenging race yet – an extreme 13-day race from Nador in Morocco to Dakar in Senegal, nearly 3,500km.
Afterwards I was absolutely shattered and every muscle in my body was tired.
But it was definitely my biggest accomplishment outside of my recovery.
I’m the first British female to ever finish this event, and I’m proof that a bad accident doesn’t define you.
The past 10 years have been a rollercoaster ride for me, but without the accident I wouldn’t have found my new favourite sport or achieved any of the amazing things I have.
So in a strange, almost twisted way, I’m grateful for it.
It was hands-down the worst thing that’s ever happened to me, but it’s taught me strength and resilience.
If I can overcome that, I can overcome anything.
Now, with a collection of nine bikes, I’m on a mission to inspire other women to join me on the track.
You can do anything you put your mind to – don’t let fear hold you back.
If you’re new to my page – it’s more than just dirt bike riding, Harleys and racing, I’m on a mission to prove that nothing is impossible if you want it bad enough. See more about my story plus read about my life-changing accident, which started it all.
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As seen in The Women’s Worldwide Car of the Year: For our inaugural Woman of Worth profile, we meet Vanessa Ruck, a force of nature who defied the odds after a life-altering accident where she was knocked off her bicycle by a driver who ran a red light. Refusing to be defined by her injuries, Vanessa embarked on a daring journey, mastering motorcycles and carving a path to becoming a future champion racer in both cars and bikes. Now, known to the world as “The Girl on a Bike,” Vanessa uses her platform to empower young girls and women globally, proving that even the most devastating setbacks can lead to extraordinary adventures. Let’s delve into her story and discover how she found passion, purpose, and the unwavering courage to chase her dreams on two wheels… and four!
Question:Given the accident, why did you decide to embrace the risk and excitement of motorcycling? Did the idea of starting your motorsport career on four wheels not hold the same appeal?
Vanessa: Getting into motorsport wasn’t even on my radar. Motorcycles entered the picture as a crucial part of my mental health recovery after the accident. Honestly, I wasn’t seeing much point in life. I used to be an adrenaline junkie, into extreme sports, but my body was broken. The immense pain meant I couldn’t do any of the activities I truly loved. The turning point came when my husband and I bought a pair of Harley Davidson motorcycles. Suddenly, I could experience some of that adventure I’d been missing. Plus, the bike was so comfortable, like sitting on a sofa with an engine, allowing me to manage the pain. I became hooked! Before I knew it, we’d racked up over 25,000 miles (40,200 kilometres) exploring Europe on our bikes, just on weekends and holidays.
Question: Cruising Europe on a Harley sounds amazing, but enduro and desert rallies are a whole different ball game! What sparked the switch to such intense competition?
Vanessa: At a time that I couldn’t do much, the Harley Davidson offered me a chance to go out and have fun, have adventure and feel the wind in my hair! Riding gave me a new focus in life, a defiant counterpoint to the limitations of recovery. I wanted to prove the medical staff wrong, to show myself and them that I could be sporty again. Then it hit me out of the blue, I wanted to ride a dirt bike! Though I’d never ridden off-road, my crazy supportive husband surprised me by bringing one home. Five long months stretched before I could even sit on it, but that bike became my goalpost, a constant reminder to fight through. On days when physical therapy felt brutal and quitting felt like an option, I’d look at that dirt bike. It fuelled my determination to push past the pain, to regain my strength and keep going with my physio. Finally, the day arrived, and the first ride hooked me. Over the past eight years, I’ve battled through four more surgeries and periods of being bedridden. But every time, looking at that bike reignited my resolve to get back on and up-skill. It became a symbol of defying limitations and excelling in this unexpected passion.
Question: Have you noticed a shift in attitudes towards female competitors in off-road motorbike racing? How do reactions from people compare to when you first started?
Vanessa: I’ve noticed the motorcycle industry is very supportive of women riders. However, there’s a disconnect between that and the perception from media and society who still think it‘s odd. In reality, when you are out there, no one cares if you are male or female. But judgment definitely happens! People see a petite blonde with long natural eyelashes and make assumptions. That’s exactly what fuelled me. I trained hard, devoured knowledge about my bike, taught myself mechanics, all to prove a point: this ponytail just overtook you so don’t judge a book by its cover! That motivation pushed me to excel, and soon, competition was on the cards. I think I entered just six races, then took a deep dive by signing up for the Red Bull Romaniacs as my seventh! Talk about jumping into the deep end!
Question: So, you conquered six races and then decided to, what, climb Mount Everest on a motorbike? What was it like competing in Romaniacs; one of the world’s most challenging Hard Enduro rallies?
Vanessa: When I entered the Red Bull Romaniacs, I knew finishing was a long shot and when I did some research I realized that there was absolutely no way I was going to reach the finish line. Heck, even reaching the start line felt impossible! I lacked the right equipment, skills, and knowledge – everything! But what I had on my side was 10 months to turn things around. Putting my money down was my motivation – sign up, show up, then race. After conquering the challenge I was elated then someone suggested a desert race, which sounded glamorous and cool, but the reality? Brutal! From there, the challenges just kept escalating. But honestly, I just love being on a motorcycle, no matter how tough the terrain.
This is something I’ve analyzed a lot, wondering why I am so obsessed with the bike? I’ve realized that when I’m on a motorbike, especially during a race, there’s absolutely no room to think about anything but riding. I have to read the rolling roadbook navigation system that’s strapped to the frame of my bike while flying over treacherous terrain – I could be sinking in soft sand, maybe covered in mud or soaked to the knees after a river crossing. Even then, I still have to think about position and competition! With all this demanding my focus, there’s no capacity to think about the chronic pain I’ve had since my accident. When I get off my bike the pain hits me like a freight train, but on the bike, I feel alive and completely free!
Question: Looking back on your incredible journey, what are some of the most valuable lessons you’ve learned about yourself and overcoming challenges?
Vanessa: Life’s journeys are truly beautiful, and I’ve learned that things often happen for a reason. My accident, undeniably the worst thing that ever happened to me, somehow became a catalyst for the best. Sure, it left me with a ‘bionic body,’ but it also taught me resilience. I learned to manage pain, to discern what battles are worth fighting and which tears have meaning. More importantly, I learned profound gratitude for the simple things and the power of finding happiness.
That experience took my life on a completely different course. Without those long months in a hospital bed, I doubt I’d ever have discovered motorcycle racing, which in turn led me to become a motivational speaker in schools and a beacon of hope for others. My mission is to ignite a spark in as many people as possible, to inspire them to get up and embrace an active life. Remember, when I was young, posters of the Bowler team adorned my walls. Now, I’m an official works driver for them! Life truly is a journey, and right now, I’m savoring every moment.
If you’re new to my page – it’s more than just dirt bike riding, Harleys and racing, I’m on a mission to prove that nothing is impossible if you want it bad enough. See more about my story plus read about my life-changing accident, which started it all.
As seen in Two Wheels For Life: Goodwood Festival of Speed saw an army of volunteers join stars from the world of motorycle racing at this landmark event for the charity.
Two Wheels for Life enjoyed a fantastic four days at Goodwood Festival of Speed as the event’s official charity partner, raising over £100k for the charity from donations at the VIP dinner, at the stand and from collectors around the site.
Ambassador Vanessa Ruck (The Girl on a Bike) joined us on the stand introducing the crowds to what we do alongside our amazing crew of volunteers.
Left to to Right, Alessandro Botturi, Andrea Coleman, Randy Mamola, Pol Tarrés, Kenny Roberts Snr., Vanessa Ruck
The event also saw a very special moment as co-founder and MotoGP™ legend Randy Mamola rode up the iconic Goodwood hill with long time Two Wheels supporter ‘King’ Kenny Roberts and new ambassadors Ténéré World Raid team riders Pol Tarrés and Alessandro Botturi. Two Wheels CEO Andrea Coleman joined the commentary box to talk about the charity on the Goodwood FOS live TV feed!
Thank you to everyone who stopped by, donated and spent time finding out more and supporting our life-saving work. All funds raised will be used to support transport for healthcare programmes in Lesotho, Malawi, Nigeria and The Gambia, getting vital services to vulnerable communities who desperately need it.
“Being invited to be the official charity of Goodwood Festival of Speed was a dream come true. Seeing new ambassadors, Yamaha riders Pol Tarrés and Alessandro Botturi ride the Hill Climb with co-founder and MotoGP legend Randy Mamola and long time supporter King Kenny Roberts was a special moment that illustrated how the great things we have achieved have always been made possible with the support of the world of motorsport.” – Zoë Herron Coleman – head of partnerships and communications, Two Wheels for Life
For the rest of The TwoWheelsforLifearticle see here.
If you’re new to my page – it’s more than just dirt bike riding, Harleys and racing, I’m on a mission to prove that nothing is impossible if you want it bad enough. See more about my story plus read about my life-changing accident, which started it all.
As seen in The Advrider: Adventurer, motorcycle enthusiast, and rally racer Vanessa Ruck (better known as The Girl On a Bike) has recently returned from an epic eight-day journey through the Indian Himalayas aboard Royal Enfields.
But while the towering peaks of the mountains, plunging valleys, and pristine military roads along with dusty dirt trails provided the perfect playground for a motorcycle adventure of a lifetime, the trip has tested Vanessa and her crew’s limits.
Navigating massive landslides, braving a blizzard on the Shinkula Top pass, and squeezing their bikes through a traffic jam so enormous the army had to step in, Vanessa and her crew reveled in the stunning scenery from the turquoise waters of Pangong Tso to the vast expanse of the Tso Kar salt flats, encountering wild horses, donkeys, and even a few shaggy goats along the way.
But it wasn’t just the mind-blowing beauty of the Himalayas that took their breath away – riding the highest mountain passes in the world, altitude sickness is no joke.
“Altitude was one the biggest challenges on this trip. Honestly, riding the Himalayas was probably one of the most brutal adventures I’ve taken on, outside of desert racing. Long, 11-hour days on the bikes, gnarly terrain, remote places – it’s nothing like the Alps or the Pyrenees where, if something goes wrong, you can get help quickly. In the Himalayas, you’re out in a very unforgiving environment, and the altitude is a big part of that,” Vanessa shares.
So how do you deal with altitude of over 19,000 feet while traveling on two wheels? Here are some of Vanessa’s tips to ward off altitude sickness when riding on the roof of the world:
Acclimatize Gradually
According to Vanessa, there was no time to acclimatize as she and her team landed in Leh, India: the city is situated over 11,000 feet above sea level. “We immediately noticed that the air was thinner; just getting out of the airport and carrying our bags and gear, we were out of breath, so we wondered how we would do at 19,000 feet,” Vanessa recalls.
“Luckily, Royal Enfield offered us some solid guidance: first off, we spent a couple of days in Leh, drank plenty of water, and let our bodies adapt to lower oxygen levels.”
Carry oxygen cylinders
Vanessa and her team equipped themselves with portable oxygen tanks before starting the ride. These are widely available at local pharmacies and can be a lifesaver: a quick inhale provides a boost of oxygen when needed.
“Although my body adapted to high altitudes quite well, there was a moment when we were stuck in a massive traffic jam at 18,000 ft altitude. I tried to push snow out of the way to make room for us to squeeze through, and because of the exertion, I started to feel out of breath and dizzy; that’s where the oxygen cylinder really came in handy,” Vanessa explains.
Plan a gradual ascent
Another crucial tip is to avoid aiming for the highest pass on the first day and try to ascend and descend alternately to help your body adjust. “Ride progressively – don’t just aim for the highest pass immediately. Ideally, it’s best to climb, then descend, then climb again; this helps your body to adjust more effectively. Increasing and decreasing your altitude is key.”
Limit time at high altitudes
“When you’re on the really high passes, be mindful of how long you spend there. When we got to 19,000 feet altitude and up, we tried to only spend 15-20 minutes there, then get going – spending too much time at very high altitudes can be dangerous.”
Recognize the signs of altitude sickness
“Along the way, we met a group of travelers and later heard that one of them ended up in hospital because of altitude sickness. He was in a pretty bad shape, and it took him over a week to recover. It’s so important to recognize the signs early – if you start feeling nauseous, dizzy, and out of breath, take a hit of that rich oxygen from your tank!”
Monitor oxygen levels
According to Vanessa, clinics in the Himalayas offer to measure your oxygen saturation; if you’re worried about altitude sickness, it’s a good idea to measure your oxygen levels for a peace of mind – and safety.
Listen to your body
Finally, Vanessa suggests listening to your body – and not trying to be a hero.
“If you don’t feel well, don’t pretend that you’re fine and don’t push yourself – that will only get you further into trouble. Practice deep, diaphragmatic breathing, utilize your oxygen tank, and, if necessary, just descend. At and over 19,000 feet, the oxygen levels are just 50 percent of what they are at sea level; just for perspective, some of the Himalayan passes are higher than Everest Base camp – so while utterly spectacular, it can be dangerous if you ignore your body,” Vanessa says.
If you’re new to my page – it’s more than just dirt bike riding, Harleys and racing, I’m on a mission to prove that nothing is impossible if you want it bad enough. See more about my story plus read about my life-changing accident, which started it all.