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...
5 recovery tips after a long run
Running can be hard on the body, especially if you’re running for more than an hour. However, long runs don’t have to take a toll on your body if you...
4 powerful habits to help prevent running injuries
We runners are always looking for ways to prevent running injuries. One of the most annoying things as a runner is when you get injured. You’re running each week, perhaps...
How to warm up before a run
The warm up before a run is one of the most important things you should be doing as a runner. Whether you’re planning to run 100 metres, a 5k or...
What to eat before a run
I get this question a lot from new runners: “What to eat before a run?” It can be hard to strike a good balance between food and running, but there...
How to breathe when running
How you breathe when running can make a big difference to your race. When I first started running, I didn’t give a second thought to my breathing. It’s an involuntary...
6 ways to recover after a half marathon
Congratulations on completing your half marathon! It's important to recover after a half marathon. Whether it was your first or seventh race, there are steps you can take to reduce...
What to do before your first 5k race
So you’ve booked onto your first 5k race. Congratulations! Taking on your first 5k is exciting and nerve-wracking all at the same time. All your hard work and training over...
How to warm up properly before a 5k run
A warm up is integral to any race - whether you’re running a 5k, 10k or half marathon. It's important to warm up properly before a run to avoid injury...
5 tips for running and surviving your first 5k
Running your first 5k is a huge achievement. I remember so clearly when I ran my first 5k. I felt so incredibly proud of myself - all those months of...