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...
Training For A Triathlon Run Leg – UPDATED 2020 – How to Run Faster
Training for a triathlon run leg can be arguably the most difficult component of training for a triathlete. This is commonly where most injuries and performance issues arise. So why are most of us poor and inefficient runners, possibly due to a lack of practise?...
Core Workouts For Runners – Core Muscles And Core Stability Exercises
One of the great things about running is that anybody can do it. All you need is a good pair of running shoes and off you go. You can be happy with the efforts you are putting in will make you a stronger, fitter, leaner,...
How To Increase Running Speed And Stride Length – UPDATED 2021
If you are looking at how to increase running speed, you need to be aware that two factors affect your speed more than anything else. Your strike rate and your stride rate. Your stride rate is the length of your stride (in other words the distance...
Running Uphill Tips And Tricks – Guide To Running Posture And Breathing
Whether you’re looking to improve your hill running or just looking to improve your time. These uphill running tips will help you run up hills quicker. Uphill Running Posture - What Should You Know? Running up hills quicker requires a different posture to running on a flat...
How To Prevent Running Injuries – UPDATED 2021 – Prevention And Fixes
So you decided to start running to stay fit and healthy a month ago, but now you are bedridden at home with running injuries. After months of recovery, you put on those running shoes again only to find yourself in the same situation a few weeks later. This scenario may...
Pace Running – UPDATED 2021 – Guide To Marathon Pace Training
Even for the most seasoned runners, the decision to tackle a marathon is a daunting concept that can make them question their marathon training, stamina, and mental fortitude. If you’ve ever felt this way about tackling a marathon, you aren’t alone. Running a 26.2 mile course is...