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Hydration tips for runners
We’ve all heard at some point or other about the importance of hydration, in particular with regards to running and running performance. But what does it really mean? Our bodies are made up of...
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Yasso 800's: the good, the bad & the ugly!
If you’ve ever done a marathon or been involved in distance running for a number of years you’ve probably heard of Yasso 800’s. If not, here’s a quick synopsis. Bart Yasso, the Chief Running Officer of...
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FREE 5K Beginner Training Plan
Have you ever wanted to start running training but weren't sure where to start? Or perhaps you thought you're too unfit to attempt a 5K run? Well, you're not alone, lots of people are dying to get off...
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Running strides, what's that all about?
The term “strides” often comes up in running training plans and I use strides within my own training plans too, however, occasionally runners aren’t exactly sure what they are, when to use them and...
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Cardiff half marathon 2012
Cardiff staged the Cardiff half marathon on a new course this year, with 18,000 people taking in the sights of Cardiff city centre, Penarth Marina, Cardiff Bay, Roath Park Lake and the impressive Civic...
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More PB's at the Cardiff half marathon!
Yes, we managed to get more running PB's at the Cardiff half marathon on the weekend! Two of our runners are in training for the Snowdon marathon in 2 weeks time (yes, running up the largest mountain...
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Learn To Run workshop
Would you like to run faster, with less effort? Well, with the Learn To Run workshop you’ll learn an effective run technique that allows you to run more efficiently, with no injuries and best of all,...
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Running Coaching Testimonial - Chicago Marathon Runner
Received this great running testimonial from one of our runners the other day, he just recently completed the Chicago marathon in a new PB time. "Mark's training plan really pushed me and helped me...
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Snowdonia Marathon success!
Yesterday we had 2 athletes run the Snowdonia marathon, this was their A race for the season, so as you can imagine this was a very important race for them. Here's a quick bit of background for the...
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Learn To Run workshop testimonial
On Sunday we presented another successful Learn To Run workshop in Penarth, on the outskirts of Cardiff. The goal with our workshop is to teach the runner the steps, principles and drills to enable...
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Wattbike training course
Yesterday I attended a Wattbike training course at the Wattbike Training HQ in Evesham. The Wattbike is the world leading indoor training bike that is revolutionising cycling at all levels. It combines...
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Learn To Run workshop
Would you like to run faster, with less effort? Well, with the Learn To Run workshop you’ll learn an effective run technique that allows you to run more efficiently, with no injuries and best of all,...
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First ever mountain bike race
I did my first ever mountain bike race this weekend! And what an experience it was!It was a 90 minute race held by Red Kite Events as part of their Winter XC Series. It was my first MTB race and my...
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Cycle coaching Cardiff
Our cycle coaching services are aimed at people of all abilities, so if you want to finish your first 100-mile sportive, get faster on your mountain bike, improve your pedalling technique or need help...
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Open water swim training
Here’s the swim set I did yesterday. It’s great for open water swim training, not too taxing and you can be in and out of the pool in about 40 minutes. Give it a try:300m swim/200m pull/100m kick4×100m...
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Great Learn To Run workshop today
This morning we presented another successful Learn To Run workshop in Penarth, on the outskirts of Cardiff. The goal with our workshop is to teach the runner the steps, principles and drills to enable...
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Open water swim training for triathlon
With the triathlon season almost upon us, and many more people deciding to undertake bigger and longer triathlons, I thought it would be timely to highlight a few tips and tricks regarding the open...
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Sports massage for London Marathon
With many sporting events coming up, like the London Marathon, more and more of us are getting out there and putting in some serious running training. This occasionally brings along aches and pains,...
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Product Review: Promixx vortex mixer bottle
I recently got my hands on a new mixer bottle for my recovery shakes; it’s the new Promixx vortex mixer. It’s a small electric portable mixer, which with the touch of a button effortlessly mixes your...
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7 tops tips for healthier and fitter living
More and more people these days are getting sedentary instead of physical jobs. Sitting in the office chairs all day long has become the norm for many of us. The stress, busyness and rush make us...
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300 bodyweight challenge
The 300 bodyweight challenge:Here's a quick 300 rep bodyweight circuit to start the day for you, here goes, enjoy! Prisoner squats x20Press ups x20Alternate lunge x20 (x10 each leg) Close grip press...
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Running technique workshop - Cardiff
How would you like to run faster, with less effort? Well, with our Learn To Run workshop you’ll learn an effective run technique that allows you to run more efficiently, with no injuries and best of...
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5 things to do to kick start your personal fitness program
The most common challenge that people I talk to face is how to incorporate fitness into their lives. They know they have to do something to get in shape but they really don’t know how. It can be quite...
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New WhittleFit website NOW live!
Our sister company, WhittleFit, has just launched their new website, please read their press release below and check out their website.Welcome to the brand new WhittleFit website! Our goal is to help...
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Porthkerry 5: multi-terrain running race
Mark took part in the Porthkerry 5 this morning, it's a 5 mile off road (multi-terrain) running race held in Porthkerry Park, near Barry. It's a tough race, all off road and it has some tough, tough...
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