Get out there, no matter what the weather. Some reasons to run in the rain...
Read moreTop ten ways to improve efficiency and running form
A runner working on running form is like a golfer working their golf swing. It is one of the ways we improve as runners. Good running form will help your efficiency and so keep you running longer with less effort. It will work toward keeping you injury free.
Read moreWalking and other kinds of torture – 5 things you can do when you can’t run
Facing the facts that your body needs time out can be hard, especially when you are unwell, it can be frustrating as a runner, but put your energy into other endeavours and you will be back to it when the time is right.
Read moreTips for Injury free Interval Training
Along with consistency, good form and strength, interval training can help you improve your speed as a runner. Here are a few tips to prevent injury while undertaking interval running...
Read moreStress-Free to the Start Line - Four Race week tips
Most of us runners love to race, we love to push ourselves – sometimes this can be hard for us with busy lives, work, kids or simmering anxiety. But don’t let it get out of control, take it from me. Here are four tips to help you get to the start line stress free...
Read moreSomething Personal - The Story Behind my Second Marathon
As I stood at the starting line of my second marathon, I began to reflect back to how I got to this place. The story of how I arrived at this starting line is about how running has changed me. It has not, however, been a physical change. There is no before and after photo. My change was on the inside. It cannot be photographed or measured; it can only be told from my heart.
Read moreMaster your Running Mind
There are "easy" runs, those are for making shopping lists and dreaming about holidays, but the serious runs require focus. A technique you can use to control your thoughts from wandering is to use repetitive talk in your head, mantras, whatever you want to call them. Here are a few suggestions to help you "Master your Running Mind"...
Read moreBreathing - Eight ideas on getting it right
Breathing is something that is usually an involuntary action in everyday life. When we push ourselves to the limit running, especially racing, it's important to get it right.
Some ideas that can help you with your breathing whilst running include...
Read moreDynamic Warm Up Routine for Runners
I do this routine before all of my runs and I wanted to share it. A dynamic warm up involves movement and none of the stretches are held, they are controlled movements that loosen muscles and increase range of motion of the muscles...
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