Correcting performance issues and rebuilding an optimised build by rebuilding the arches in your feet Falling flat on your goals is one thing, but falling flat because of your feet is another. Flat feet or (fallen arches, if you prefer), can cause a host of issues; running needs to be an enjoyable experience and not[…]
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Harnessing basic body abilities to lose weight, cross-train, utilise strength training and ultimately become the runner you want to be Stop thinking about a half marathon, just for now. You’re not going to wake up tomorrow and be stunned by your seemingly bionic stamina. Running takes time. Thankfully, however, time is all you need. Now[…]
Interval training, running form, weight training – let’s break down the often intimidating breadth of improving your 5k time Think about taking a NASA computer apart for a second – think you’d be confused? Now times that by 3 and you’ve got the entire human body. Part of that body? Your cardiovascular system, and it[…]
Utilising running form, speed play and interval training to perform faster running Everybody wants to be fast. From superheroes to superhero athletes, there are many reasons to become faster. Some want to pursue marathon training, procure the right running shoes to see if they work, and others incorporate speed workouts to discover a new way[…]
Running stamina, endurance training, aerobic capacity – helping you build endurance to unlock your running potential Whether you’ve started running already or not, endurance is an incredibly important part of running attributes. Everybody wants to improve their game, and an obvious part of improving a running game is through improving endurance. What is endurance, really?[…]
Washing the essential tools of our running game, using a machine wash, laundry detergent, paper towels – it all takes work. I can’t tell you how many times I’ve messed up in this department. From setting my washing machine too high, to using an old toothbrush that’s rough and taken some of my decals off,[…]
Making the smart purchase for the right running shoes, so you can work with any running style We’ve all been in a gym wear shop, and we’ve all been a little lost as to where our eyes should fall. As we reach out to pick up a pair of running shoes, only to be put[…]
Using running form, running speed, running technique and a whole world of running facets to improve your running lifestyle Strength training, running stamina, aerobic capacity… when we really think about it, running encompasses a lot. And if we’re to boost our running lifestyles then we should get learning all that we need to first. Sure,[…]
Using GPS data with the strava app with social network features to enhance your fitness lifestyle Strava account, Strava subscription, Facebook friends, tracking device… These are all words your eyes will scan as you set up your Strava fitness tracker. But as you skim through, probably with a lack of patience, you may begin to[…]
Grabbing your running shoes, joining the local running club, making your own running routine – there’s no excuse, it can all be done – no matter your age As long as you can run you should run. Running is a limitless benefit, one that can be improved time and time again, no matter what number reads next to your[…]