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Our beginner half marathon training schedule

Article added February 13, 2020 Categories Beginners Training, Featured Training, Race Training, Training
Written By: JANE MCGUIRE

Build up gradually and you’ll be able to run faster than you ever thought you could Beginners who decide to challenge themselves with a half-marathon have a lot to juggle. They have to develop the endurance to run 21.2km (without overdoing it and getting injured), deal with new race-day logistics, and learn how to fuel up for […]

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3 Essential Foot Exercises That Strengthen Your Feet for Running

Article added February 12, 2020 Categories Beginners Training, Featured Training, Injury Prevention, Uncategorized
Written By: NATASCHA GRIEF

One of the most important factors for a better run is a set of healthy, happy feet. Ask runners which muscles are the most important to strengthen for a more efficient stride, and they will most likely tick off a list that includes quads, glutes, hamstrings, or calves. While these powerful movers are important for building strength and speed, they shouldn’t get all the glory. […]

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Nike reveal Air Zoom Alphafly Next%, which will be legal for Tokyo 2020

Article added February 6, 2020 Categories Featured News, Shoes, Shoes and Gear, Training
Written By: Jane Mcguire

Here’s what we know so far.   Last week saw World Athletics announce major changes in regards to its rules on footwear. The new rules state that after 30 April, runners will not be allowed to compete in prototype shoes and all shoes with more than one carbon fibre plate, or a sole thicker than 40mm […]

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6 Glute Bridge Exercises You’ll Definitely Feel the Next Day

Article added January 29, 2020 Categories Beginners Training, Featured Training, Injury Prevention, Training
Written By: DANIELLE ZICKL

All you need is a mini band. Your glutes (more commonly known as your butt) make up the largest muscle group in your body. And they’re also the muscles responsible for powering you up a climb or throw down in a sprint, so it’s important to dedicate time strengthen them specifically. While hip flexion and extension are important for running […]

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