My 5:30 AM Wake-Up Call The clock read 5:30 AM. The world outside was still draped in the pre-dawn darkness, a quiet hush only occasionally broken by the rustle of leaves or the distant hum of a vehicle. My destination? The gym, a beacon of light in the inky blackness. I was minding my own […]
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Let’s talk about walking. Not as a separate activity, but as an integral part of your running journey. If you’re anything like I was when I first started, the idea of walking during a run might feel like admitting defeat. I get it. There’s this weird, unspoken rule that “real” runners don’t walk. But honestly?
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Calling all adventurers! Ever since the Tarawera Ultramarathon opened registration, you can’t stop thinking about ultramarathons. But that little voice asks, “Can I really do this?” The answer? Yes, you can! Ultramarathons (races longer than a marathon) are tough but amazing. Here’s how to turn that FOMO into a thrilling challenge. First, pick the perfect
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You have decided to enter a race. You’ve selected your training plan and you are ticking off your runs. But what if I told you that your race day is so much more than just crossing off each training run? Nutrition and testing your gear before race day, are two common mistakes many runners make.
If you’re reading this, chances are you’ve signed up for your first running event. Congratulations! Entering an event is something many will not do. Whether you it’s a 5k, 10k, half marathon or marathon, be proud that you are taking on this challenge. It’s normal to feel a bit anxious, nervous and even doubtful. You
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At some point in a road runner’s life, they think “What next”. When they have graduated from 5k to 10, from the half marathon to the marathon, the next logical step is hitting the trails. If you have never done trail running before, check out my intro guide to trail running on what to expect.
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don’t you wish, you could have a toolbox of all the things that you need to start trail running? Not everyone wants to branch out into trail running. You may decide that you are happy to always be a road runner, and that’s totally ok. If trail running is something that interests you, then welcome
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Whether you are a seasoned trail runner competing in the Ultra Trail Mont Blanc (UTMB), or just running your local trails, it’s important to be aware of mandatory gear. Mandatory gear is a list of items you are required to carry with you to keep you safe. Think worst case scenario. Whether you have fallen
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My first ever trail event was the Surf Coast (Half) Trail Marathon in 2013. It was one of the hardest things I had done, but it also opened up the door to a world I would not expect to love and enjoy so much. Since then I have done many trail events from Half Marathons
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So you have decided to set a running distance goal. Good for you, setting a goal like this can be challenging, but it can also bring so much joy and satisfaction. While distance goals can be confronting when you first approach them. They don’t have to be so daunting if you break them down. I’ve
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