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10 Problems That Feel Like a Stitch But Aren’t beginners improving nutrition performance post-run problems top tips training Sep 28, 2022

Introduction

It's all too easy to misinterpret abdominal pain when running as being the dreaded stitch but there are a number of other problems that can feel like a stitch.

Summary

  • The stitch runners can experience when running does not yet have a conclusive explanation (in last week's blog, we...
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How to confidently use your Garmin to track running sessions (even if you hate technology) beginners coaching improving performance post-run tech training Sep 14, 2022

Introduction

Runners often don’t take advantage of the tech they are carrying with them, which makes managing and tracking their sessions, particularly interval sessions, more difficult than they need to be.  You already have to focus on your running, breathing, maintaining form, etc;...

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WARNING: Here’s What Every Runner Needs To Know Before Using R.I.C.E. To Treat Injuries! beginners coaching improving mobility nutrition performance post-run problems rest & recovery top tips training Sep 07, 2022

Introduction

If you've ever experienced a soft tissue injury, such as a sprain, strain, or a pull; you have probably been advised to follow the R.I.C.E. protocol. Or at least, the "I" component of that, which stands for Ice, i.e. to put ice on the affected areas as soon as possible and at regular...

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7 Bonus Ideas For Better Quality Sleep! How To Get Better Quality Sleep (Part 3 of 3) coaching improving mental prep performance post-run pre-run rest & recovery top tips Jul 13, 2022

Summary

  • Getting good quality sleep is fundamental to your ability to recover from exercise.  You can't expect your body to be at it's best if you don't!
  • Great sleep starts with a great morning routine - see How To Get Better Quality Sleep (Part 1 of 3)
  • A pre-sleep routine can get you...
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Do you have a Pre-Sleep Routine? How To Get Better Quality Sleep (Part 2 of 3) coaching improving mental prep performance post-run pre-run rest & recovery top tips Jul 06, 2022

Summary

  • How can a pre-sleep routine help you to get better quality sleep?
  • How working to improve your sleep along a scale of "worse" to "better" is all you need - you don't need to fix everything now!
  • 11 suggestions for an effective pre-sleep routine
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How To Get Better Quality Sleep (Part 1 of 3) coaching improving mental prep performance post-run pre-run rest & recovery top tips Jun 29, 2022

Summary

  • What does getting "better quality sleep" really mean?
  • The path to great quality sleep starts in the morning (strange, eh!?)
  • 4 steps to an effective morning routine
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5 Signs Lack Of Sleep Could Be Sabotaging Your Running beginners coaching improving mental prep nutrition performance post-run pre-run problems rest & recovery top tips Jun 22, 2022

Summary

  • Sleep is THE most important part of our body's recovery process and a lack of good quality sleep could be ruining your running training and performance
  • A lack of good quality sleep can have profound effects on all areas of your life
  • Sleep is always covered in pillar #5 (Rest &...
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So Much to Consider! "Top Tips for Runners (TTfR) Series" [Infographic] beginners coaching improving mental prep post-run pre-run problems running shoes tech top tips training warm-up & cool-down May 04, 2022

Whether you're thinking about taking up running for the first time, or you're a seasoned regular, there are a lot of things to consider when it comes to heading out for a run.

Some things might seem obvious, but others we only learn through experience.

I am writing this series of articles...

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