Using the right running routine, running technique and running form to help you learn how to run correctly This title may seem like learning how to tie your shoelaces; you’d have thought most of us knew how to run at this point, but even shoelaces have a technique, and often people can misunderstand, take a[…]
Author Archives: Gary Bright
Using goal pace techniques, half marathon approaches and keeping with experienced runners (to name a few) with proper pacing strategy A half marathon sounds like a pain. I’ve not experienced it myself which I can honestly say I’m fine with. But I do like to challenge myself. I’m not a 99% so the activities I do engage[…]
Using race pace techniques, speed work, race day prep and strength training to improve 10k time We all want to improve. Some need to progress in their career, moving up the hierarchy and proving to themselves their worth. Others want to focus on family and become the best parent they can. No matter your reason,[…]
Core muscles present big issues that need even bigger solutions – let’s check running form, repetitive stress and more Hearing a crack in your back or feeling pain in your brain is never nice. In fact, back problems can be so, well, problematic that you have to seek physical therapy for the rest of your[…]
Using the classic plank position and ignoring plank variations to focus on proper form The plank is a classic for a reason. It’ low cost (relative to space and equipment, that is) and it’s highly accessible positioning make it a friendly one amongst trainers. But what is it really doing, other than testing endurance and[…]
Using calf muscle techniques to alleviate issues with tight calf muscles In any case, no matter the activity or the area, you need to accommodate your body’s needs. Blood flow, deep tissue massage, tight muscles, delayed onset muscle soreness… there’s a lot to consider when it comes to issues and remedies, so let’s keep it[…]
Let’s stop groin pain from affecting your thigh muscles and causing further damage to your groin muscles today Groin strain can be game-changing. In fact, any type of muscular pain can be the difference between you engaging in fitness to not. But it’s not just about day-to-day activities, it’s about your entire fitness career. If[…]
Understanding more of your fitness level through aerobic exercise measuring (vo2 max test) Let’s get one thing straight – no matter your current levels, everyone is capable of improving their Vo2 Max to enhance their athletic performance. With the right training program, aerobic fitness development plan, high-intensity exercise routine and more, you could be increasing[…]
Friction blisters, blood blisters, rubbing alcohol, pure aloe vera gel… there’s a lot to run through so let’s do it. Blisters are pesky enemies of us runners. The healing process can take annoyingly long, and the methods you use to try and prevent them can fail to work at all. Petroleum jelly, aloe vera, new[…]
Isotonic sports drinks aim to replenish a range of necessary bodily fuels, let’s find out how to make one You’ve heard of sports drinks, right? They’re often bright blue or taste like electricity. As inviting as that may be, some of us have been warned off of them. From news outlets saying they’ll probably give[…]