There a numerous methods of training for a marathon when it comes to the runs you do, but here are the main features that will get you to the finish line of your marathon in style. Long run. No…
It can be tricky to know whether you’ll need a drink or not when you first get into running. Even later down the line, as you start training for longer races, the question can crop up again. Here are some…
When it comes to running strength, we tend to think of the core muscles and exercises that work the legs like squats, lunges and (if you’re a bit of a sadist) burpees. These are great but won’t be as beneficial…
Aside from running these days, you’re encouraged to strengthen, stretch and take active recovery. Adding technique drills on top of whatever combination of other running work you do might seem like something that doesn’t really matter, and whilst it isn’t…
There are lots of ways to prepare for your marathon. Racing a half marathon a few weeks before, is one option in the closing stages of your training. Why race a half marathon? Aside from being good for confidence,…
In the current climate of understandable concern and adjustments to daily life during the Coronavirus outbreak, it’s a good opportunity to address something that often only professional athletes/runners really do well. Periodisation. What is periodisation? It’s actually pretty straight…
Strava is a fantastic app, and when used the right way, it can be a big boost to your running performance and motivation. A word of warning The only real downside I’ll point out here isn’t really a negative…
Strava. A fantastic tool to monitor your own running, congratulate your friends on their efforts and successes and have some friendly competition. Like most technology though, human nature determines how it’s used and the impact it has on our health. …
If you’ve traditionally not warmed up before a run but then begun implementing it into your routine, you’ll know how different it can feel. It might not be interesting, and you may well be short on time and tempted to…
Nearly all experienced runners know that a strong core is a key element of running better, faster and with fewer injuries. The go-to routine of sit-ups, crunches and planks will help, but there’s much more to core strength in running….