Keeping A Running Training Log With A Running Diary
When it comes to thinking about running gear, typically running shoes, running clothing and heart rate monitors come to mind. Yet one piece of running gear that every serious runner should consider having is a running training log. There are some real advantages to recording key...
Barefoot Running Guide – Learning Barefoot Technique And How It Can Benefit You
Barefoot running is attracting significant attention from sports scientists, professional athletes, and casual runners alike. Those who have discarded conventional running shoes to go barefoot or with minimal footwear, claim to have fewer running-related injuries as a result. Advocates have tangible scientific evidence to support their...
Cycling With A Broken Metatarsal – What You Should Know?
Cycling with a broken metatarsal is not a common injury for cyclists, though for runners it is often an injury we hear about. Runners often take to the bike in the hope to hold their fitness while they recover. The recovery period can be a...
Why am I Not Getting Better at Running? How To Improve!
You may be asking yourself the question "why am I not getting better at running?" Well, your not alone, many runners of all abilities get stuck in a plateau at some point. While there is no immediate fix when it comes to running faster, there...
Why Is Running So Good For You? The Emotional Benefits of Running
There are many reasons why running is so good for you and there are many amazing benefits of running! From being beneficial to a person’s physical to mental and emotional health. Running helps strengthens the heart and improves the flow of blood and oxygen throughout...
Running After Two Weeks Off – Starting Running After a Long Layoff From 5K
Starting running after a long layoff is a common occurrence between runners. Your layoff can be for multiple reasons, injury, stress, and time play into time away from running. As we know consistent running is crucial if you want to see improvements in your running and...
Does Cycling Help Running Endurance? Guide To Biking Workouts For Runners
As a long time running coach, I often get asked the question "Does cycling help running endurance?" If you are a regular of cross-training you might not be surprised that cycling can help running endurance. Not only that but it can help prevent injuries and...
Couch To 10k Program – UPDATED 2021 – Free 14 Week Couch To 10k Plan
Whether you have a background in sport or looking to improve your overall wellness, Couch to 10k is a motivational goal for the untrained person to have. The Couch to 10k is a popular method of running and walking that helps you finish your first 10k....
Couch to 5k Program – UPDATED 2020 – Free 8 Week 5K Training Plan
Couch to 5km is a general meaning for the average person looking to get off the sofa and run. Running 5km without stops is a common goal to have. You only need a pair of trainers and can be done anywhere. It's a goal that...
How Many Days Per Week Should A Beginner Run? UPDATED 2021
How many days a week should I run? This is a common question with beginner runners. Elite runners, on the other hand, are known for double day runs and more than 100-mile weeks. So this begs the question, for the new runner how many running...