Follow the tips for hill running below and develop a new appreciation for hilly races. Many people fear the hills, even avoid them if they can, but they can provide great benefits in training to improve your technique, speed and power. Master the subtle technique cues, improve your fitness and turn the hills into your strength. Maintain a fast … [Read more...]
Fitness that’s free and fun, but beware of imposters
February 5, 2013 By Leave a Comment
Most people wouldn’t get their teeth pulled by a backyard ‘dentist’ or visit the local mechanic for legal advice. So, why would you sign up for an exercise class or bootcamp where the person organising it isn’t a trained fitness instructor? There is a great piece in the SMH on 5th Feb 2013 about the growing trend of free fitness activities … [Read more...]
5 ways to freshen up your running for Spring
August 31, 2012 By Leave a Comment
With the icy winter mornings behind us now is the perfect time to change up your training and take your running to the next level with a few simple modifications to your regular routine. Structured changes will challenge your body & force you to adapt to new training stimulus. Change the tempo. If you always run at the same pace mix it up … [Read more...]
Soak it up…
February 2, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Running has universal appeal and is the exercise of choice for millions around the world because of it’s versatility & simplicity. Whether through the forests & parks, long sandy beaches or the concrete urban environment a run is always possible. In sunshine or snow, hearty runners will still be seen out on their favourite trails & … [Read more...]
Sydney Stair Running Workout
August 10, 2010 By Leave a Comment
Stair running and training for fun runs using stair runs is a great alternative workout to build strength & foot speed. The “High 5’s” as I call them are a great workout to get your legs used to stair running and a good way to add in a varied run into your weekly or fortnightly program. The 5 is in reference to the 5 different sets of stairs … [Read more...]
