One of the best ways to avoid those common running injuries like runner’s knee and shin splints is to perform strength exercises as part of your training routine. If you’re new to strength training, then doing bodyweight exercises is a great place to start! Bodyweight exercises are exercises where you use your own bodyweight as …
A home workout is a great alternative to an outdoors run or a gym workout, especially if the weather isn’t looking that great, or you’re having to isolate yourself at home. This is where a 30 day workout challenge for runners comes in handy. Home workouts are so versatile because they can be done at …
Combining running and strength training is a great way to prevent common running injuries. It’s also essential to improve your running form, efficiency and performance. If you’re new to strength training, then this 30 day strength training plan for runners is for you! The plan offers a simple and effective way to incorporate strength exercises …
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 …
Hill sprints are a great way to increase your strength and power as a runner, as well as improve your endurance, stamina and V02 Max. The fact is, running on a flat surface only gets you so far when it comes to improving strength and power. Hill sprint workouts like the ones in this guide …
Your glutes (otherwise known as your buttocks) are key muscles when it comes to running performance. The glutes help to extend your hips and propel you forward when you run. They also hold your pelvis level and steady, and help to keep your legs, pelvis and torso aligned. This is why it’s good to activate …
You may be wondering how to get better at running without pounding the pavement each week. When I first started running, all I focus on was running. It didn’t occur to me that other forms of exercise and different modes of training could actually help me become a better runner. Like many runners, I was …
If you’re stuck at home but would like to keep up with your strength training routine, the good news is there are many exercises that you can do from the comfort of your own home. In this guide we’ll look at 7 exercises to do everyday either as home or in the gym. In order …
Your hip flexors are the most important muscles in your body to keep you running strong. Hip flexors maintain mobility, stability and strength of other muscles. As such, they are key supporting muscles. For runners, your hip flexors are the main muscles to stretch and strengthen to avoid common running injuries. When your hip flexors …
If you struggle to go to the gym, then the easiest way to strength train is from the comfort of your own home. Strength training is essential for becoming and staying a stronger and less injury-prone runner. It can also help you improve running form and run faster and increase your speed. However, for some people …