Hill Training for Runners – UPDATED 2021 – Running Uphill Workouts
There is no denying the fact that a hill training for runners ranks right up there with interval training. Hill workouts are a tough, demanding running workout. Yet runners willing to leave the flats to test their strength with inclined running are rewarded with improved...
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...
Calf Doms During Triathlons – UPDATED 2020 – Here’s What To Do!
Calf DOMS (Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness), or tight calves is a common issue faced by triathletes. This happens across all levels of training and racing. It occurs usually the next morning, and commonly from an extended running session or a heavy cycling/running workout. There are...
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 to train through the coronavirus pandemic
With the onset of the coronavirus pandemic around the world and the effect on triathlon, Ironman, cycling and running events being canceled, it may seem overwhelming to some. From staying healthy to the crippling damage to the economy, there is currently a lot of stress...