Sydney shone with stunning blue skies while 34,000 runners took part in 4 events in this years Blackmores Sydney Running Festival yesterday. In perfect conditions the harbour glistened as runners took part in the 4km Family run, the very popular 9km Bridge run, the half marathon (21.1km) and the Sydney Marathon (42.2km). Kenyan runner Willy … [Read more...]
How long do running shoes last?
September 16, 2013 By Leave a Comment
The magic number is approx. 600-800km, but depends on a few factors including your weight, biomechanics & running style, the terrain your running on & environmental factors. How well you look after your shoes also influences their life. If your shoes are constantly wet or left in the sun all day they will age quicker then those better … [Read more...]
Healthy Holidays
September 2, 2013 By Leave a Comment
We all know when we need a holiday, when things are getting stressful & we just need time to unwind, but what is it about a holiday that makes us feel so good? And no I don’t mean the margaritas, cheap massages or shopping. Taking a holiday can be the best thing for your health. Over the recent winter months many people have developed … [Read more...]
Core Exercises for Runners #2 – Runners Strength Series
August 29, 2013 By Leave a Comment
The core is your power base for running. Everything moves around this. Following on from the Core Exercises for Runners #1 this 2nd core exercise set focuses on more dynamic moves (box jumps, Jacknife & Medicine ball Sit-ups) as well as advanced static moves (V-sit & side plank). Many of these exercises have variations to increase or … [Read more...]
What to eat before training
August 21, 2013 By Leave a Comment
Toast, fruit, cereal, smoothies… ahhhh what do I eat before training? Sound familiar? It’s something I’m often asked and is a question many seem to struggle with. In my mind I think of a pre-training meal as a fuel top up to help get the most out of the following session… but one size doesn’t fit all! Everyone is different and different … [Read more...]
The benefits of Massage
August 16, 2013 By Leave a Comment
The benefits of massage are many, but one of the most immediate is the feeling of calmness & relaxation that comes over you as soon as you lay on the table. By taking time out & separating yourself from all the distractions & commitments it is great to help reduce stress & tension. But massage can provide so much more. Here is a few … [Read more...]
Wentworth Park, Outdoor Gym Workout
August 12, 2013 By Leave a Comment
If you, like most people, have generalised fitness goals of achieving better ‘overall fitness’ then everything you need is in the cheapest gym in the world – the outdoors! In response to a health conscious population, equipment and space to exercise can be accessed around Sydney’s well known parks, ovals, and beaches. OUTFIT trainers have covered … [Read more...]
Friday Fartlek
August 2, 2013 By Leave a Comment
The Swedish term fartlek, translates as ‘speed play’ and is a great workout which can challenge a range of energy systems as you vary your speeds and duration on faster & slower intervals. Typically these will be between 10s to 3mins of faster running with varied speeds & recovery… so yes almost anything goes. Of course some Fartlek are … [Read more...]
Core Exercses for Runners #1 – Runners Strength Series
July 25, 2013 By Leave a Comment
Our next feature in the Runners Strength Series is all about the core. It interacts with the muscles of the trunk & the pelvic stabilisers we’ve been speaking about in the 3 Glut Exercises for Runners blogs so far. Core Strength is essential to maximize running efficiency and your ability to for speed & distance running. A strong trunk will … [Read more...]
Camperdown Oval Outdoor Gym Workout
July 15, 2013 By Leave a Comment
Have you ever headed down to the park or your local gym with no plan for a workout, and when you got there you just end up sitting on the bike or going for a few laps? It’s ‘ok’ but you’re not getting the full benefit of your workout time. Here is a purpose-designed workout for the Camperdown Oval exercise equipment in Sydney. Click to see our … [Read more...]
