Before buying my first pair of Brooks running shoes, I had heard a lot of good things about the The Brooks Adrenaline GTS 19 running shoe. Brooks are one of the leading suppliers of road running and trail running shoes, and it’s safe to say that the Adrenaline GTS brand is a go-to shoe for …
I often get asked how to make running easier. If you’ve just started out on your running journey, you may be wondering if it will ever get any easier. When you start out, it will likely feel like a struggle because you’re yet to build your aerobic endurance, stamina, strength and speed. As with anything, …
Not every runner is a fan of treadmill running. Despite its reputation, running on a treadmill can actually be really beneficial your training. If you can’t always get outside to go for a run, or if you prefer running in a gym for safety reasons, then running on a treadmill is a great alternative. It …
Your first half marathon can be a physical and mental roller coaster. Training for your first half marathon, let alone running it, is a huge mental and physical battle. When you’re running a half marathon for the first time, it can be daunting to know what to do and how to do it. The training …
As runners, we often focus on the main running session itself, and rarely think about the things we should and should never do before a run. For a lot of runners, every mile counts and time that takes your attention away from pounding the pavement is time lost. However, the time spent before and after …
If you want to be able to run faster and longer, then tempo running should be an essential part of your training plan. Tempo running is designed to get you used to running at a faster pace over longer sustained efforts. Like other forms of speed training, tempo running is key to being able to …
As a running and fitness blogger and running coach, I get asked a lot of questions about running. So I thought I’d put a post together with some of the most common questions I get answered. I want to share my knowledge not only as a running coach, but as a runner myself. Running is …
Some of my biggest arguments with my husband had to do with my wanting to run. When it comes to having a healthy married life, it can be difficult to find time to run along with all the other priorities. We both wanted our time but time would, well, run out—so he’d let me go …
It can be hard to know how to dress for winter running when you’re dealing with weather like rain, snow, wind and ice. Winter running has just as many challenges as summer running. With the right gear, however, you can stay warm and dry throughout the season. Your winter running comfort levels will depend on …
Running a 2 hour half marathon is a huge achievement. Whether you’re training for your first half marathon or looking to achieve your next personal best, half marathon training can be gruelling. If you have just started your training, a sub-2 hour half marathon time may seem unachievable to you right now, but with the …