With the summer now in full swing, don’t let the hot weather ruin your runs. There are ways to combat the heat and in this post I’d like to share my essential tips for running in the heat and humidity. Tips for running in the heat and humidity Summer running causes physiological changes in your …
Love running? Here are some funny and motivational running quotes to keep you going. When I first started running, the internet provided me with a wealth of hilarious running memes and inspirational running quotes. I don’t know what it is about memes and quotes, but they are a bit of fun when you need that …
Running a 10k is a goal for a lot of runners who have either finished their first 5k or have a few 5k runs under their belt. At 6.2 miles, the 10k run should not be underestimated. There’s a decent amount of training that goes into running a 10k, especially if you want to achieve …
Many runners have a love-hate relationship with interval training. Whether you love it or hate it, there are many interval training benefits for runners, including being able to run faster for longer. If you have been running consistently for the last few months but you’re not seeing any improvements in your running times, then interval …
There’s no doubt that strength training workouts for runners should be an integral part of any training plan if you’re looking to become a stronger and faster runner. For many runners when they first start out, it’s all too tempting to forget about any form of exercise that isn’t running. Whilst this is fine to …
Knowing how to choose the right running shoes can be tricky. Luckily there are some simple tips that you can follow to help you pick the perfect pair. You may be at the stage where you have to pick your first pair of proper running shoes. Maybe you’ve recently started running, or you’ve signed up …
Thanks to the rise in virtual running events, it’s now possible to take part in some of the world’s biggest running challenges online. In this blog I’d like to highlight some of the best virtual running events. If your race has been cancelled and you’re trying to isolate yourself, then a virtual running challenge like …
A 10k is a milestone distance for every runner, and sooner rather than later you will probably want to set yourself a goal to run a 10k faster. How you run a 10k is completely up to you, but there are a few tips and training techniques that will help you run a 10k in …
Effective pacing can make a huge difference to your race time. In this guide I’d like to share some tips on how to pace your run, with a view of lifting the lid on a running topic that can baffle some runners. Every runner has experienced it. You set off on your run feeling fresh …
Endurance and stamina are incredibly important for runners. The ability to run for longer without getting so tired is an important skill to master as a runner. It pays off to be patient, consistent and persistent when it comes to training for longer distances. Whether you’re building up to a 5k, 10k, half marathon or …