This is my top 8 things that most runners don’t do nearly enough of, or avoid all together. We all like to get out there and run, so we want to spend as much time as we can doing that, but if you skip these activities you could end up injured or not reach your …
Category Archives: Training sessions
Do Runners Need to stretch?
Runners require enough flexibility to run with an efficient stride, but there have been several research studies recently that have shown it may not be as beneficial as many think for injury prevention and improved performance. A recent review published in 2020 suggests that there was no difference to overall injury rate related to including …
8 Hill Running sessions
It may be obvious to include hills in your training if your race is hilly, but there are many other ways that hills can help you run better; they can improve run technique, leg strength, speed, power and endurance. Along with adding interest to your training. Top hill running sessions Long run with plenty of …
Preparing to jump back into training
With group training set to resume in the UK next week, you may be keen to jump straight back into hard training, or you may be worrying that you are not ready for it. Here are a few tips to make sure you get the most out of training and don’t over do it and …
A guide to Running shoes
Which running shoes do you need? (Or, as my family keep asking me, why I have so many pairs of shoes.). Each of my pairs of shoes has its own function and ideal environment. Below is a summary of the main types of shoes you may come across and what they are most suitable for. …
Running Bingo Card for Lockdown
Finding motivation to do more in lockdown than just plod round for a jog is getting harder and harder. One trick I have to help keep training going and plenty of variety in what you do, is my Running Bingo Card: Strava Segment PR Long Run >10k Yoga session Complete a drills warm up 3k …
Is Training Working?
How do you know if your training is working when you can’t race? A lot of the satisfaction and motivation for training comes from knowing that it is making you quicker, but with many races being cancelled right now, it is very difficult to know where your fitness is at. Below are a few suggestions …
Bondarenko Track session
If done properly this is a killer session that will get you fit, running fast and kicking ass! Whether you are a track runner or marathon runner this session is for you! In order to get the most out of the session it is essential that you do it properly and aim to keep to …
Yasso 800s and Other Top Marathon training sessions
Your long run is really your most important session if you are marathon training, but to do more than just finish, here are some suggested sessions to boost your performances: Hill sessions to build strength endurance; even if you do not have a hilly marathon hills can improve running economy, lift lactate-threshold velocity, improve resistance …
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Lydiard Extended Base Building
As I see it there are 3 sensible options for run training during a lockdown. Just do whatever makes you happy and keeps some fitness. Work on weaknesses like strength and speed. An extended endurance building phase as recommended by Arthur Lydiard. What is a Lydiard Base building phase? Arthur Lydiard was a famous New …
Running Tips by Coach Julie 