How To And Why You Should Perform A Running Warm Up Before I talk to you about running warm ups I want to tell you a quick story. James (my boyfriend) beat me in a hill sprint a few weekends ago. Every Saturday we do hill sprints together. It’s fun, we get competitive and it’s a hard session. I usually win (because I’m a sprinter) which is added fun for me – I am super competitive. However, last weekend he…
Can You Squat Single Legged? Running is repeated single leg impacts. Therefore, it makes sense to supplement your runs with single leg strength work to ensure your tissues and joints can handle the load of running. One exercise that should be in every runners repertoire is the single-leg squat. The single-leg (SL) squat is a tough, tough exercise but one that packs a punch and is excellent for single-leg strength and stability. It is great for runners because it requires…
What to expect (and what not to) from Run Strong: Home workouts for runners Run Strong is a membership plan offering home-based strength workouts for runners. This is a class-based plan delivered live via Zoom which runs in four-week blocks. There are two classes a week; both include a warmup or movement prep as well as detailed instruction on each exercise. It is important to me that only people who are suited join us; I’d always tell you if it’s not…
What Is Strength Training And How Can It Help Your Running? What is strength training? Strength training involves loading the tissues to increase the resistance to a movement. This can come in the form of bodyweight work, or you can use equipment such as dumbbells, kettlebells, bands, free weights and fixed weights. The outcome of strength training is that you can better cope with any demand or load necessary in sport and life. To reach your full potential and reduce…
Get Stronger At Home NEW: 28-day class based training plan Do you go for runs? Maybe you have started whilst we’ve been in lockdown. Or maybe you’re a seasoned runner. Either way I want to help you. You see, running is hard. It is a high load activity And your body may be struggling to cope with the loads. I can help. Let’s do some strength work at home To increase your load bearing capacity It will make running easier And…
Run Strong is a class-based 28-day training plan designed to supplement your running. For £30 you’ll have access to 2 x 40 min live classes which will progress week on week for four weeks; that’s just £3.75 a class. Workouts will utilise body weight only and focus on strength, stability, core and mobility, starting with an appropriate warm up. Classes will take place on Wednesday’s at 7pm and Sunday’s at 9:30am and will run on Zoom. You will receive the meeting ID…
Do you have questions about the KimFit Lifting Workshops? Read on as I answer your FAQ! I don’t have lifting shoes. Do I need specialist equipment? Absolutely not. If you happen the have these anyway bring them along but your normal trainers will be fine and I will provide chalk for grip if needed. I’ve never done weight training before. Do you need experience? Nope, if this is your first time in the gym that’s brilliant – I can’t…
Hiring a PT, attending a workshop, going to a class, investing in a coach or going to a talk can enhance the effectiveness of your training. Here are seven reasons why I would recommend utilising fitness professionals. Focus The fitness world is vast and knowing where to place your efforts can be daunting. A professional can help focus your energy into the most beneficial type of training for your goals and preferences. They will also help determine the frequency and…
As an elite athlete and personal trainer, injury is something I face on a regular basis; either I have an injury, or a client does. Finding the balance, between working hard and working too hard (on all fronts) is very tricky. Sometimes it tips too much in the working hard direction and injury occurs. This can be an overuse injury or an acute episode that probably happens from fatigue because we’re stretching ourselves too thin. Of course, we try to…
Skeleton: FAQ What is skeleton? Skeleton is a winter sliding sport. Imagine a huge waterslide filled with ice, you slide down it headfirst on a sled (think an oversized baking tray) with some steel runners wearing just a helmet for protection. Athletes go one at a time, racing the clock to see who can get from top to bottom in the quickest time, hitting speeds of up to 140 kph with their chin centimetres from the ice. The winner is…
