Why do my Trainers Smell so Bad?
Why do trainers smell so bad and what can you do to prevent the smell from happening? How do you keep your sneakers smelling sweet? There’s nothing like opening the…
My Top Ten Blogs in 2022
This year has been a wonderful year on my blog. I’ve had the most visitors I’ve ever had since I created it eight years ago. I absolutely love having this…
How strong are your feet?
As a runner I’m sure you’re aware of the need to do strength and conditioning exercises to make sure your core and glutes are strong but do you do any…
How I get my Running Habit Back on Track
You’re busy, or ill, and you miss a run. No big deal. Then you miss another, and then another, and suddenly it’s weeks or even months since you ran. The…
Why am I running so slowly?
Have you found your running is gradually getting slower? Are you trying to run faster but not making any progress? Are you frustrated and asking yourself, “Why is my running…
Should I use Heat or Ice for a Running Injury?
A pulled calf muscle, an aching hip or a twisted knee are issues that most runners have faced or will do so in the future. But do you reach for…
6 Tips for Getting Back to Running After a Break
I’ve been taking my return to running post-Covid VERY slowly. I tried to follow the recent guidelines in the British Medical Journal . I didn’t want to take any chances…
Will long runs weaken my immune system?
We all know that running is good for our body and mind but what effect does it have on our immune system? Will regular running improve our immunity and help…
Running and Heartburn
Heartburn when running is a fairly common complaint. You might get a bad taste in your mouth, burning or discomfort behind your breast bone or simply keep burping as you…
How to Avoid Running Injuries
Do you have ‘injury prevention’ as part of your running plan? Running is great when it’s going well but injuries are miserable. Most runners don’t think about how to prevent…