Running can be full of technical jargon. Even the most expert athlete can get lost in the word soup of terms describing everything from racing to training. But don’t worry, we’ve got you covered. Here’s a definition of every term you need to know. If we’ve missed any off, drop a comment below and we’ll […]
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I tried doing 1,000 for just one day ages ago, and failed miserably. It turns out 1,000… is a lot. Who knew? Last time, I got to 300-odd and became so feeble, and managed so few reps between rest, it would have taken me a week to get to the end. I gave up, humiliated. Since then, I’ve incorporated push ups into my daily workout routine. I’m now ready to take on my demons.
I Did 1,000 Push Ups A Day – This Is What Happened Read More »
Being confined to a small room, with no ability to go out and get fresh air, is more a mental test than a physical one. I’m relocating to Australia. As part of the travel conditions imposed by the government, all arrivals have to submit to quarantine. That’s a minimum of 14 days in a hotel
Does the Wim Hof breathing technique increase endurance and help you run faster or use oxygen more efficiently? We put it to the test.
I Tried the Wim Hof Breathing Technique – This is What I Discovered… Read More »
This running workout is ideal to help you build speed and endurance. Learn to build and buffer lactic acid – enabling you to hold your form and not fade.
Turbocharge Your Running: Build Speed And Endurance With This Session Read More »
We’re finally gearing up for a full race season after more than a year of interrupted competition. Most of us are wondering if and how we’ll ever get back into good form after a long time away from racing. And while the pent up anticipation and excitement of going toe to toe with running foes
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For many people, middle age is a time to enjoy a slower pace of life. But not for Paul Grange – he’s aiming to speed up. He’s one of the fastest men in the world for his age. Paul shares a typical off-season’s weekly training schedule. It’s a fantastic insight into what it takes to run fast and hold back the years.
Fast Past 40: Age Isn’t Holding This Elite Runner Back Read More »
We’re all spending more time than ever glued to our screens and devices. It’s not healthy. And be honest, a lot of it isn’t necessary for work, it’s hours flicking through instagram. So let’s turn that into something more productive. For the next 30 days you’re going to turn a bad habit into training goals. Think about how fit you’d get if you trained for as long as you screen surfed.
Screen Time Challenge: Turning Hours on Your Phone into Fitness Read More »
If there’s one thing all runners excel at, it’s making rubbish excuses for poor performances. We all know someone who talks the talk, but when trainer meets tarmac finds some reason they couldn’t run the run. Here’s a list of some of the worst excuses or ridiculous things runners say (almost entirely based on me).
Worst Running Excuses: Yes, Sure, we Believe You Read More »
A common question is: how do I train to run faster or further? Everyone is different. Everybody responds differently to different training. However, there are a few basic principles beginner runners could follow to help you progress.
Beginner’s Guide to Running: How to Structure Training Read More »