8 safety tips for running in the dark
It’s that time of the year again - the seasons are changing and the days are unfortunately getting shorter. Which means more running in the dark! Your morning or evening...
5 things you should never do before a run
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...
What is a tempo run? 5 tempo workouts to increase your endurance and speed
It’s official. Tempo running is a great way to make you a faster runner. But what exactly is a tempo run? What is a tempo run? A tempo run, also...
“How do I run faster?” All your common running questions answered!
As a running coach and running and fitness blogger, I get asked a lot of questions like “How do I get faster?” and “What should my pace be?” So I...
Guest blog: 5 tips to have a healthy marriage when training for your next race
Confession: some of my biggest (post-kids) arguments with my husband had to do with my needing/wanting to run. We both wanted our time but time would, well, run out—so he’d...
Running in the cold: How to dress for winter running
If you run throughout the winter, you’ll probably deal with a lot of winter weather including rain, snow, wind and ice. Winter running has just as many challenges as summer...
Strength training: A complete guide for runners
Strength training is essential for any runner looking to run faster and get stronger. Once you feel like you’re ready to step up your training and you’d really like to...
What to do after Couch to 5k
Couch to 5k is a fantastic programme that helps you run a 5k in less than 10 weeks. For many runners, it’s their first taste of running. What makes the...
The best cool down stretches to do after a run
When you finish a run the temptation is to just end it and sit down and rest. While sitting down on the sofa and glugging down a big glass of...
A Christmas gift guide for runners
It’s that time of year again - the festive season is upon us! If you have someone in your life who loves to run, or is thinking about taking up...