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How To: Balance Running Training With Strength Training

09/07/2020

How To: Balance Running Training With Strength Training Concurrent training is when you manage strength training alongside running training. It is an effective way to bolster endurance performance but getting the balance right between the two needs some consideration. In this blog I will discuss the general consensus for how to programme concurrent training for runners, including why it is beneficial and some common concerns. First of all, it is important to consider what determinants constitute endurance running performance. These…

How To: Get The Most Out Of A Virtual Class Or Membership

01/07/2020

Kim Murray

Fitness

How To: Get The Most Out Of A Virtual Class Or Membership How many of you have started attended a ‘virtual class’ over lockdown? Having jumped on this trend too, I have to admit I love the accessibility and ease of the virtual environment. There is no travel time, I can work with people who live all over the world and, despite it being virtual, it still provides a sense of connection and community. And I say this as a…

Strength Exercises For Runners

10/06/2020

Kim Murray

Fitness, Sport

What Are The Best Strength Exercises For Runners? Before we get started on the best strength exercises for runners; a reminder… Why Is Strength Training Important For Runners? This is an excerpt from a blog I wrote titled ‘Strength training and how it can help your running’. Running is a sport that requires training because it places high loads on the tissues. Strength training can boost the load bearing capacity of the tissues, increasing the amount of force the tissue…

How To And Why You Should Perform A Running Warm Up

03/06/2020

Kim Murray

Fitness, Sport

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…

Single-Leg Squat: An Exercise Tutorial

27/05/2020

Kim Murray

Fitness, Sport

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 Is Strength Training And How Can It Help Your Running?

18/05/2020

Kim Murray

Fitness, Sport

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…

FAQ: RUN STRONG

19/04/2020

Kim Murray

Fitness, Sport

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…

Seven reasons why you should utilise fitness professionals in real life

08/07/2019

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Fitness, Sport

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…

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