This summer sees the official launch of GHO Fitness (Get Help On Fitness), a new, inspiring and motivating online proposition that is set to shake up the personalised fitness plan market by delivering an honest and uncomplicated 360 degree approach…
How is it some runners skip up inclines when the rest of us huff and puff to the top? With the right approach, technique and attitude, hills don’t have to be hard. When you’re a beginner, simply running on the flat…
Rf reveals how to inject some extra pace into your training plan with speed training
Target Muscle/s: Rectus femoris (quadriceps), psoas, iliacus. Sets & Reps: 3 x 30 seconds or 12 reps Tempo: Isometric (hold for up to 30s), concentric (pull back for 1s, hold for 2s, return for 3s) Frequency: Twice a week strength…
Thinking about tackling a half marathon? We have the simplest and easiest plan ever to take you from ‘new but regular runner’ to completing a half marathon in three months
Be honest – do you always warm up before a run? Many of us skip or rush this vital step but a proper pre-run routine will prepare your body for the session ahead. Everyone knows that warming up before running is important, but according to a…
Sitting comfortably? Staying sedentary for too long can jeopardise your running form and increase injury risk. Follow our tips and try these simple exercises to stay strong and supple. In the UK, we spend an average of 9.5 hours per day sitting down. Time spent driving, commuting, sitting…
Let us take you on a journey to discover some of Britain’s spectacular mountains, forests and coastal trails, perfect for a wild run. It’s still early as I leave the campsite and start running towards Kinder Reservoir. There’s no one around yet and I…
Some of us run to clear our heads, but for many people, the stress of everyday life prohibits enjoyment and motivation we need to get out there. Susan Balfour’s book Stress Control: Stress-Busting Strategies for the 21st Century has some great nuggets…