Grabbing your running shoes, finishing your training plan, and getting ready for race day – let’s learn the best ways to run a 5k, together. Some of us may hear the words, ‘training schedule’ and be put off. I don’t blame you, it’s suspiciously similar to hearing the word ‘homework.’ The difference is, however, that[…]
Using tight hip flexors, a hip flexor stretch, and targeting hip pain to get you back up and running Whether it’s your left leg that’s causing you a problem, or maybe your right leg, your left knee or actually any of the other body parts in the ‘heads shoulders knees or toes’ rhyme… hip pain[…]
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[…]
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,[…]