Runners knee recovery: an intro If you’ve found this post it’s likely because you are suffering from some knee pain when running or walking. Hopefully this article can bust some myths and give you some tips to try to get running again as soon as possible. Runners knee is a general term used by runners […]
Running form tips introduction Runners come in many shapes, sizes and styles. One running form does not fit all people nor does it guarantee superior performance or freedom from injury. However, knowing some basic running form tips can help you get the most out of your running experience and can help understand how to improve
Is running good for your health. You are wondering is running is good for your health… Well the good news is that running is very good for health. Some of the health benefits happen straight away and some are long term benefits that will help you for years and years. We will be honest with
How to start running from scratch You want to give running a go – what great news! We are here to help you make running pain and injury free and rewarding and help you understand exactly how to start running from scratch. This is our simple and easy to follow how to’ guide: how to
Preventing injuries when running Running is a great form of exercise that is great for physical health as well as mental well-being. However, like any other physical activity, it carries the risk of injury. Injuries are indeed, a fact of the runners life. So what can you do to prevent running injuries? Your running injuries
Being active in pregnancy – can running harm pregnancy? During pregnancy the two most obvious physical changes are weight gain and the growing bump – but other changes also occur including a softening of the ligaments and an increase in blood volume. This means considerations must be made, but medically is a good idea to
Feeling pain in the feet from your running? Here are three reasons which might answer the question – why do I keep hurting my feet running? Read on: 1: You aren’t stretching them Maintaining flexible feet really helps avoid all the issues caused by tight achilles tendons. So here is a simple stretch you can
How to mentally cope with running injury depression. Injuries. Gosh they are tough to cope with as runners aren’t they. We are glad you’ve found our guide on how to mentally cope with injury and we hope it helps you today and over the coming weeks as you manage and recover from your injury. Whether
Step one as you start running as a total beginner Firstly and very importantly – well done for looking online for this advice. You want to take the first step to becoming a runner – it’s really a great first step to take and you can absolutely do it. How to start running as a
How do I start training for a marathon? You’re considering running a marathon – how fantastic. A tiny percentage of people take on this challenge so great work for considering doing it. You might be a beginner but with the right mindset and training plan you can do it. To help you achieve this amazing
womens running beginner challenge – good reasons to get started! Running or any kind of regular physical activity is positive for you and your health. The great thing about running is that it is one of the easiest sports to take up as you don’t need much kit to get started, can set off straight
Running causes pain in my hips – is it a hip injury from running This could be GTPS – but this is mainly experienced by women between 40 and 50. The pain is felt outside the hip, and it hurts if you lie on it or do any repetitive movement. Treatment is a period of
