There are lots of ways to improve running and the methods used depend on the metrics you choose to measure progress by. Let’s look at 3 of the easiest and most effective ways you can get better without spending more…
There are numerous methods by which to gauge the effort of a run and potentially alter your pace accordingly. Here I’ll discuss the positives and negatives of using your heart rate. Why measure heart rate? The rate at which…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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 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…
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,…
All runners have little complaints that may flare up now and then, or areas that may ache for a few minutes on a run every now and then, but most injuries are to a greater or lesser extent, avoidable. If…