Tips for cold weather running
After the heat of summer, the suddenly dark nights and colder weather can be a shock to the system. Here are my tips to adjust ready for your winter runs. A proper warm up Getting your pulse raised and muscles…
Should I do hill running?
Hill training can be some of the most gruelling work both mentally and physically, but should you always include specific sessions on it in your training? The purpose of hill running You need to consider the purpose of hill…
How to pace your marathon
There are countless ways in which we can improve our marathon time, from more running, better nutrition, adding strength and technique work… the list goes on. One almost constant and very easily fixed error that I’ve seen in the marathons…
What to do in the days after your marathon
You’ve done it. You’ve run the 26 miles to your goal and hopefully succeeded in running the time you wanted as well. Whether you did or didn’t, here are some things you’ll want to do in the days after your…
Your heart rate zones are probably wrong
I don’t pay much attention to my heart rate when training, other than during recovery runs to slow myself down. I love using Garmin and am a big advocate of the brand. All high-tech and number crunching, I assumed they…
Daily nutrition for optimal running
Optimal is always an interesting word when used in the context of health and fitness, and all the time we’re learning more about the human body and how to make it work better for various purposes. Let’s look at some…
Running on holiday
Running on holiday is one of my favourite things to do. I’m not great at exploring because honestly, I get pretty anxious in new places out on my own, but with good planning you can still get out there. Don’t…
Analysing your running data – Garmin Running Dynamics Pod
Data can be a very useful tool when it comes to running, whether you’re looking to run faster, reduce injuries or just enjoy seeing some interesting stats. A Garmin running dynamics pod can help with these, and for around £45,…
When to eat during a marathon
Once all the hard training for a marathon is done, it’s all about maximising your potential. Missing out on your carb intake can mean you fall well short of that. Start early As well as a good breakfast, your first…
Marathon training paces
When it comes to marathon training, there are lots of “rules” about how to do it. One of the most commonly quoted rules is that long runs should be performed at 45-60 seconds per mile slower than your target pace….
