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Alexa
Nov 13, 20202 min read
Running Injury Prevention
In November 2020 I attended a brilliant physiotherapist lead course on Zoom called Running Repairs. Physio Tom Goom lead the course...
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Alexa
Oct 1, 20203 min read
Virtual Race Tips
With more virtual races in 2020, and possibly beyond, I wanted to share a few tips for planning for a great solo event! Pre Race The same...
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Alexa
Sep 23, 20203 min read
Socially Distanced Races
With the gradual return of running races across the UK as part of the changing Covid-19 restrictions we are looking at a slightly...
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Alexa
Apr 19, 20203 min read
Glutes Strength for Runners
Your glutes (the muscles in your bum) should be doing more work when you run than any other of your leg muscles. I often see that this...
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Alexa
Apr 18, 20203 min read
Core Training for Runners
For all these exercises start with 8-10 reps and build to 12-15 reps, rest for 30 seconds and repeat twice more. So you do three sets of...
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Alexa
Apr 18, 20203 min read
Balance Training for Runners
Balance Exercises for Runners Running is standing on one leg at speed, so balance is a key skill to develop to improve your running! For...
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Alexa
Apr 16, 20203 min read
Glute Stability Training for Runners
Have you ever noticed your feet flicking out as you run? Or perhaps your shoes graze past the inside of your calves or you get knee pain...
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Alexa
Apr 13, 20204 min read
Strength Training for Runners
A no equipment strength workout for runners! For all these exercises start with 8-10 reps and build to 12-15 reps, rest for 30 seconds...
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Alexa
Apr 8, 20203 min read
Mobility for Runners
This is an equipment free mobility session for runners; focussed on back, shoulder, hip and ankle mobility. For the stretches where you...
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Alexa
Apr 6, 20202 min read
Mobility, Strength and Balance Challenges!
These challenges will test out your mobility, strength and balance - giving you some ideas of what to work on to help support and improve...
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Alexa
Apr 6, 20202 min read
Post Run Stretching Routine
I thought I'd share my go to post run stretching routine. You may well have your own stretches that help with areas you know get...
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Alexa
Mar 31, 20203 min read
My marathon has moved!
I've had lots of emails recently about what to do when your target race has moved. So this blog post explains some key tips and concepts,...
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Alexa
Mar 19, 20202 min read
Covid 19 and Running
In this blog post I’m hoping to create a set of information and resources relating to running and Covid-19. If you find anything you...
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Alexa
Mar 19, 20202 min read
Covid 19 and Mental Health
Separate what is in your control from what is not. There are things you can do, and it’s helpful to focus on those. Wash your hands. ...
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Alexa
Jan 26, 20202 min read
You get stronger when you rest, not when you train
You get stronger and fitter when you rest and recover, not when you are training. That, in a sentence, is the key to the topic of...
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Alexa
Jan 14, 20202 min read
Training Diaries in a world of GPS
I’ve been thinking about training diaries recently, it’s something I use (electronically) with all the runners I work with on an ongoing...
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Alexa
Jan 14, 20203 min read
Training paces and cake
Running training is a lot like a layer cake, bear with me as I combine two of my favourite things to explain all about why training for...
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Alexa
Oct 30, 20192 min read
Run Every Day Challenges
I often get asked about Run Every Day challenges and whether I recommend them to people. There are lots of different aspects to consider,...
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Alexa
Sep 29, 20192 min read
Agility, balance and coordination
Many people think that running isn't a sport that requires skill, that you just put on your trainers and go out the door, and in a way...
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Alexa
Sep 29, 20194 min read
All about the IT Band
Many runners have heard about IT bands, the get “tight”, they need foam rolling, they can cause pain etc. Here I hope to explain a little...
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