running
The Importance of a Good Warm Up
We all know we should warm up before undertaking exercise but do we actually know what a good warm up looks like? With summer approaching – longer days and some...
Shin Splints & How To Avoid Them
If you, like many people, have come into the new year thinking ‘I need to start exercising more’, there’s a good chance running is a form of exercise that you’re...
How to avoid injury whilst training for a long-distance event
“There’s something so universal about that sensation, the way running unites our two most primal impulses: fear and pleasure. We run when we’re scared, we run when we’re ecstatic, we...
The power of Strength Training
Running is one of the most accessible, popular forms of exercise worldwide. One reason could be the many mental and physical benefits, beyond what you may have first thought is...
How to prevent an injury – exercise!
With the new year comes the inevitable influx of people making resolutions to start more regular exercise, which is always brilliant to see and one to encourage. We all know...
Why would I need orthotics?
Many people suffering from ailments such as knee pain, foot pain and tight calves are not aware that custom orthotics can reduce their symptoms. It would be amazing if we...
Running injuries – how to prevent them
If you are looking at this article thinking, this is not for me, please do have a read; much of the content is relevant to many sports and to all...
How effective is exercise for weight loss?
My favourite answer to this question is “it takes nearly an hour of running to burn the calories in a Mars Bar” (other confectionary is available!). Basically, the most efficient...