Pooch to 5k
Running with dogs
This post is for the human in your running partnership and has been written because I’m injured, I was getting better and I didn’t rest enough and now I’m sore again. It’s my own fault, and I’m frustrated. Everything is going great; running is like breathing, training becomes the most freeing part of the day, …
We use all sorts of muscles when we run. Leg muscles are the obvious ones but we need a strong midsection (you may hear people refer to your core when talking about muscles in this area) to maintain good running form or posture. These muscles act as a corset around your entire abdomen, carefully holding …
Endorphin Rush. Runner’s High. If you’ve ever done any intensive exercise, you’d be familiar with the feeling of relaxation and well being that follows a good workout. I’ve often thought that my dog seems to feel just as good as I do after a run, but I’ve been unable to find any scientific proof, until …
No, I’m not talking about my past life as a contract killer… If you get injured, the acronym you use to remember the treatment regime is R.I.C.E.R. This stands for Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation, and Refer. They’re all pretty obvious, maybe except for refer – it means to see a doctor if it is serious, …
If you’re lucky enough to get an injury while running, you need to look after it. There is a simple acronym to help you to remember the correct injury management protocol: RICE. Firstly, the R stands for Rest. That means, from the moment you notice the onset of an injury, immediately cease strenuous exercise, as …