When to do your last run before a marathon
When should you do your last run before a marathon? As always, it’s a matter of context and individual goals, so here’s my take and what you might want to consider in the final week of your taper. Social…
Consistency in training is the key to success
Whether our goal is to run without pain, progress the distance we’re able to run in one go, how many miles we run each week, or to blow past our previous personal bests, consistency is the most important factor to…
Why you should include speedwork in a marathon block
I’ve written previously about how to include some harder effort sessions in marathon training, and touched on why it can be useful. In this blog, we’ll look a little deeper into the reasons. The usual marathon approach We can’t…
How to stay motivated when injured
Injuries happen, and more often than not, motivation takes a big nose-dive. I’ve never been a big fan of cycling, whether it be outside or on an indoor bike, but I’ve learned to appreciate the benefits they can give, so…
How to make carb loading easier
I’ve written before about the importance of a good carb load before a marathon, including a few tips to help you consume higher than normal amounts of food. In this blog, we’ll cover this area in a little more detail….
How to return to running after an injury
Runners will always get injuries. Whether they’re caused by overtraining, the idiosyncrasies of the person’s movement or an accident along the way. Everyone’s returning to running will look different, but what are some common themes and pitfalls? Let’s find out….
Be patient with running
Patience in running is an important topic and something that people seem to undervalue. Whether it’s coming back from an injury or illness, some time away from the sport, or just in general, people tend to want to rush their…