Running Tips

I’m gonna start by stating the obvious. Getting injured SUCKS! There’s nothing worse than getting into a solid training groove, only to have all your hard work dismantled by an injury.  Just so you know you aren’t alone, here’s a quick personal revelation. Over a two year period from October 2016 to November 2018, I experienced no … Read moreThe 3 Best Alternatives To Running When You’re Injured

In simple terms, a Virtual 5K is 5K race that you complete in your own time, wherever you like. However, there is a cut off date, which means you have to complete your 5K run and submit your time before the deadline expires. So how do you actually complete a virtual 5K? Option 1 – For … Read moreWhat Is A Virtual 5K Race?

Ok. It’s time for a no-nonsense revelation of how I smashed my 5K PB, after a 2 year slump of almost no gains. To begin, we are going tackle one of the most widespread myths in running. It’s a plague that affects athletes all across the world and it needs to be addressed.      The … Read moreHow To Run A Faster 5K In 2 Weeks!

In this article, two of the best forms of cardiovascular exercise go head to head –  jump rope vs running.  Before we dive in, it’s worth mentioning that you can’t go too far wrong with either of these choices. They are both super convenient, highly affordable forms of cardio that are excellent for burning calories and … Read moreHead To Head – Jump Rope vs Running

To find your nearest Parkrun, the first thing you need to check is whether or not Parkrun events take place in your country. At the moment, Parkrun takes place in 20 different countries, spread over 5 continents. Each of the bullet points below links through to the most appropriate Parkrun Routes page, where you can … Read moreParkruns Near Me – How To Find Your Closest Parkrun

On paper, running a sub 40 10k is pretty straightforward. You just lace up your shoes and run 10k’s at 3:59 mins/km pace (or better). But like so many things in life, it’s a lot easier said than done.  The good news is that if you’re asking this question, there’s a good chance you’re pretty fit and pretty … Read moreHow To Run a Sub 40 10K

Every Saturday morning, more than 250 000 people line up to partake in their local 5K Parkrun. If you’re ready to become a 5K runner but you aren’t very fit, you’re in luck. The Couch to 5K plan was designed specifically for you. What does the Couch To 5K training plan look like? To answer … Read moreThe Ultimate Couch To 5K Training Plan

If you own an android smartphone, you have all the tech you need to start tracking your runs with pinpoint precision.  In fact, there are bunch of super popular activity Trackers like the Fibit Charge 3 and Fitbit Versa that actually rely on your phone’s GPS in order to record accurate running data. So don’t underestimate … Read moreBest Free Running Apps for Android – 2019 Edition

Let’s assume you’re a passionate runner that really enjoys hitting your distance targets every week. You’ve been in the game for a while, and you’ve settled into a fairly comfortable training routine that ticks all the boxes in terms of cardiovascular fitness, total mileage and weight management. But there’s a problem. Your performance gains have stagnated, … Read moreHow To Hack Your V02 Max

Running is one of the best forms of exercise. It reduces your biological age, improves cardiovascular fitness, burns a ridiculous amount of calories and even reduces the likelihood of getting alzheimers later in life.  But sometimes, your motivation to run can go through a dip. When this happens, these motivational running quotes can help reignite … Read more101 Motivational Running Quotes