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The Blonde, The Brunette and Their Blisters
Part 6
The clock is ticking …
There are 5 days to go and I’m in bed with flu. After six months of training, through every element, day and night, this was not part of the plan. True, we were supposed to be taking it easy this week, but this is ridiculous. I’m shaking like a leaf [...]
What About The Usual Stretching Exercises – Part 3
Please perform the following exercises, in order, from a standing position, remembering to carry out all movements in a smooth, continuous manner, without stopping or jerking:
I. UPPER BODY MOBILITY
A. ARM SWINGS (Two movement)
1. Overhead/Down and Back – Swing both arms continuously to an overhead position and then forward, down, and backwards. Repeat for six to [...]
What About The Usual Stretching Exercises – Part 2
What you do just before your workout begins can have a big impact on what you are able to do during your workout. Many athletes prepare for a training session by carrying out some routine stretching exercises, but it’s important to remember that stretching helps to improve your static (non-moving) flexibility and may not do [...]
Some Simple Do’s and Dont’s
Do’s
Have a health check.
Ensure that you buy running shoes that are correct for you.
Find out if there is a group to run with in your area – if not assemble your own through the Running4Women network.
What is Plantar Fasciitis
What is Plantar Fasciitis?
The plantar fascia is a think fibrous band of tissue under the foot which runs from the heel to the toes. Plantar fasciitis is an inflammation of this band and usually causes pain in the arch of the foot, near the heel.
What Are Shin Splints?
What are Shin Splints?
Shin splints is the name given to describe pain around the tibia (shin bone) on the front of the lower leg and can be used to describe several injuries in this region. This description of shin splints is based on inflammation of the tibial periostium (the sheath surrounding the shin bone) which [...]
Intermediate 5k Training Programme
 If you wish to download this programme just double click on the image above. You will need Adobe Reader to be able to do this, most computers already have this installed, if you dont then you can download it by clicking on the image below – its Free!
Beginners 10k Training Programme
If you wish to download this programme just double click on the image above. You will need Adobe Reader to be able to do this, most computers already have this installed, if you dont then you can download it by clicking on the image below – its Free!
Beginners Half Marathon Programme
If you wish to download this programme just double click on the image above. You will need Adobe Reader to be able to do this, most computers already have this installed, if you dont then you can download it by clicking on the image below – its Free!
