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9th April 2019

The importance of rest and recovery

What does sleep have to do with running? So. If I told you this post is about sleep, you’d probably ask me why I’m tackling this topic in the Learning to Run feature… Turns out sleep is essential, not only for your physical well-being, but your mental and emotional health too. According to research conducted by the National Sleep Foundation...

Fitness

7th April 2019

What does it take to run a half marathon?

Getting ready to run the distance I live about 14km from the office and travel to work by car every day. I wouldn’t dream of setting off on foot each morning to walk or run to work. Yet, on Saturday April 20, I’m going to join thousands of other runners who will cover one-and-a-half times that distance as they tackle...

Fitness/Focus

5th April 2019

Know your numbers as you prepare for race day

Everyone is tracking Shoulders are slightly hunched. The elbow is crooked. The eyes are focused on the wrist. And two fingers, usually the index finger and thumb, come together in a pinching motion. If you’re a runner who uses a tracking watch, chances are you’ll recognise this description. It’s the stance of most runners as they cross the finish line....

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3rd April 2019

Hit the road with me

Ask the tough questions Have you ever been asked a question that has changed the course of your life? In the past two years I have been asked at least two such questions. The first, was one I asked myself in January 2017. When I stepped on the scale and digital number settled at 107.4kg, I said: “how the hell...

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Tag: learning to run

The importance of rest and recovery

What does it take to run a half marathon?

Know your numbers as you prepare for race day

Hit the road with me

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