There is something about racing the 10km distance that I just don’t like. Running 10k in training is not a problem, but racing it. Argh, yeah, just all kinds of awful. Sure the 5km, is hard, but it’s over and done within 30 minutes or less. If I had to choose a race, it wouldn’t …
When you first start out running, you may have started with a program like Couch to 5km. These types of programs are great tools to help you run the distance. Once you get to your distance goal it’s easy to forget the sessions that helped you to get there. If I’m coming off being injured …
We all have that one sandwich that is our go-to for lunch. You know the one, it’s safe. It’s one that you know you will enjoy and will satisfy your hunger. The same applies to today’s workout. It’s a favourite because it doesn’t require too much mental energy. Similar to the workout Easy Sandwich, this …
When you first start running, running for 30 seconds feels like a lifetime. Slowly over time, you build up your stamina and you find that you can run 30 minutes nonstop. Soon enough you’re running for an hour or even longer. Sort intervals can be taken for granted, but they are just as effective in …
Love them or hate them, running hills is the only way to get better at hills. They also help you become stronger and faster. The thing to remember about running hills is that it’s not about pace but about effort. Running hills isn’t about an all-out effort. You’ll want your last repeat to similar to …
We all know that speedwork sessions are designed to make you a faster runner. There are days, however, especially after leg day at the gym, when these workouts are really hard. When I plan my workouts, my aim is to put easy runs on gym days and have quality sessions before a hard gym session. …
This speedwork session is the sister workout to the Easy Sandwich. Instead, you have more running at the start, aka the burger’s top. And less running at the end aka the bottom of the burger. This workout is perfect on hot summer days, or when you are feeling tired but want to get the body …
Primarily long runs are about time on feet and getting in the distance. Then there are times when you need to add some spice to your long run. The WONGA is perfect for one of those times. Why call it wonga? Because it’s named after one of the streets on the running route I did …
Whether you are a beginner or a seasoned pro, strides are the number one speed work session that any runner should and can be doing. Press for time? Then this workout is for you. Strides are the type of thing you can do in any run. You can add them before your speedwork leg to …
It’s only taken me 18 months, but the return of the speedwork sessions is here! These monthly workouts are designed to help you get faster, or to add some flavour to an otherwise boring workout. This month we take on strides! Strides would have to be one of my favourite ways to add a little …
