NEWS
Race reports, Garmin Gallops progress, training updates.
Race reports
Brian Goodwin 10k
I decided at the start of the year that 2017 was the year that I would actually train for a 10k. Whilst I've run loads of 10ks in the past, it's fair to say that I've never been delighted with my times and - more importantly - I can honestly say I've never enjoyed...
Stirling Scottish Marathon
After months of training and a dubious taper period, it had finally arrived. The Stirling Scottish Marathon was about to kick off. Here I’ll look over my training, the taper and the race itself. Beware, it’s a long read! Training I had written about my training plan...
Victoria Parkrun 8 April 2017
In the absence of this year’s Dunky Wright 5k Road Race in Clydebank, Victoria Parkrun was to be my club’s stand-in 5k Championship . The Dunky Wright was my first proper race so I was disappointed that it was cancelled this year. It would have given me a great...
Garmin Gallops
Garmin Gallops – October
Garmin Gallops – September
Garmin Gallops – August
Training
Groin Pain In Runners – Runners Connect
https://runnersconnect.net/groin-pain-runners-diagnosing-treatment-prevention/Groin pain in runners, though not very common can be difficult to diagnose. The article linked below discusses how to diagnose, treat and more importantly prevent. Source: Groin Pain In Runners: Diagnosing, Treatment and Prevention - Runners Connect
5 Core Workouts for Stronger Running
https://www.runnersworld.com/for-beginners-only/5-core-workouts-for-stronger-runningStrength training and core workouts go hand in hand with running. While experts may disagree on exactly which muscles comprise the "core" group, they almost all agree that improving muscular strength by developing the postural muscles will reduce your risk of injury...
Stirling Scottish Marathon
After months of training and a dubious taper period, it had finally arrived. The Stirling Scottish Marathon was about to kick off. Here I’ll look over my training, the taper and the race itself. Beware, it’s a long read! Training I had written about my training plan...