December 1, 2018
Chasewater Pudding Dash 10k 2018 Race Day Results
Table of Contents Toggle Introduction:Miles 0-3.1:Miles 3.1-6.2:The Finish:Splits and Official Time: Introduction: I have previously ran the Chasewater 10k route at the Chasewater Easter Run on April 16th 2017. I had struggled around the course that time due to a chest infection. As such, I just missed out on
November 28, 2018
Nike Pegasus 35 Review
Table of Contents Toggle Introduction:Design:Sizing:Running:Distances:Pace:Rotation:Conclusion:Photos: Introduction: The Nike Pegasus range is a neutral running shoe aimed at the “average” runner. With this, the shoe is marketed as being able to handle long, slow runs, as well as speed work and race day. My only prior experience with the Nike Pegasus
November 25, 2018
Weekly Training Review: 19th – 25th November 2018
Last week’s report can be found here. Table of Contents Toggle Weekly Training:Monday 19th November:Tuesday 20th November:Wednesday 21st November:Thursday 22nd November:Friday 23rd November:Saturday 24th November:Sunday 25th November:Weekly Summary: Weekly Training: This week I had planned 7 sessions; 4 runs, 1 Yoga and Core session and 2 weights sessions. Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
November 24, 2018
Sub-30 Minute 5k
I wasn’t going to post this until my weekly training review tomorrow, but I’m too excited not to! I did it! Today I ran my first ever sub-30 minute 5k at Parkrun. I still can’t quite believe it, especially given my previous personal best was 30:29. I thought that I
November 23, 2018
How Jeffing Can Improve Your Race Times
Table of Contents Toggle What Is Jeffing?Benefits Of Jeffing:Ease Into RunningHelps Build FitnessLess Strain On The BodyCover Further DistancesMental BreakFeel FreshGet A Personal BestConclusion: What Is Jeffing? The term “Jeffing” refers to the running technique founded by Olympian Jeff Galloway. The approach uses intervals of running and walking to help
November 20, 2018
7 Types Of People I Hate At The Gym
Table of Contents Toggle Introduction:The Posers / Attention SeekersThe Phone UsersThe Machine HoggersThe Heavy SweatersThe TalkersThe Loud Music ListenersPeople Who Don’t Re-Rack WeightsConclusion: Introduction: When I used to train at the gym, there were a number of things that really irked me. I’m supportive of other people trying to achieve
November 18, 2018
Weekly Training Review: 12th – 18th November 2018
Last week’s report can be found here. Table of Contents Toggle Weekly Training:Monday 12th November:Tuesday 13th November:Wednesday 14th November:Thursday 15th November:Friday 16th November:Saturday 17th November:Sunday 18th November:Weekly Summary: Weekly Training: This week I had planned 7 sessions; 4 runs, 1 Yoga and Core session and 2 weights sessions. Monday Tuesday
November 16, 2018
My Home Gym Set-Up
Table of Contents Toggle Introduction:My Home Gym:TreadmillSquat Rack with Pull Up Bar, Bench and BarbellPlate Storage RackDumbbellsResistance BandsBoxing BagStability BoardYoga MatPush-Up Handles and Foam RollerGlovesPersonal Best Whiteboard Introduction: After taking a look at some home gym essential equipment in a recent post, I thought I’d share my home gym setup
November 13, 2018
Essential Home Gym Equipment
Table of Contents Toggle Introduction:WeightsResistance BandsYoga / Pilates MatJump RopeFoam RollerFlooringSquat / Bench Press RackBenchStability BallPunch BagSuspension TrainerSpin Bike / Treadmill / Rowing Machine / Cross-TrainerConclusion: Introduction: Many people pay for a gym membership but fail to use it to its full potential. The hard part of hitting the gym
November 11, 2018
Weekly Training Review: 5th – 11th November 2018
Last week’s report can be found here. Table of Contents Toggle Weekly Training:Monday 5th November:Tuesday 6th November:Wednesday 7th November:Thursday 8th November:Friday 9th November:Saturday 10th November:Sunday 11th November:Weekly Summary: Weekly Training: This week I had planned 7 sessions; 4 runs, 1 Yoga and Core session and 2 weights sessions. Monday Tuesday