Crowned European 10,000m Champion less than 10 months after having her second child at the age of 40, Olympian Jo Pavey has learned that being adaptable and flexible has given her the edge – and now she’s setting the bar…
Running injury and performance specialist Matt Phillips looks at how to change training habits to progress and stay injury free. Achieving a new PB can bring an emotional high like no other but chasing it too enthusiastically can all too…
Athlete Ben Price talks about how he finds the time and inclination to train as a busy father and full-time employee As an athlete, how often are you asked by colleagues, friends or family, ‘How do you do it? How…
It’s not always easy to stay active, even if you train hard when you do exercise.., We all know that an hour or two of exercise a day isn’t necessarily enough to counter the ill effects of sitting down at…
Whether it’s race-day nerves or feeling anxious about tackling a new challenge, don’t let fear cripple you and restrict what you can achieve. Sports Psychologist Evie Serventi has some advice Any new challenge, or one that presents something to win…
Can running shoes really prevent you from getting injured and if so, how do you choose the right pair for you? Running rehab specialist Matt Phillips reports. How did you choose your last pair of running shoes? If you visited…
Physiotherapist, Tobias Bremer answers reader’s questions including this one on diagnosing lower back ache among cyclists. Q. My lower back aches after cycling. Why, and what can I do about it? Paul Hyde, by email A. Obviously the first port of call…
Open water swim wear brand Selkie Swim co and partner the Royal Life Saving Society (RLSS UK) are sending out some safety advice to all open water swimmers, experienced or otherwise, to be careful when swimming in local rivers, lakes…
Target Muscle/s: Quadriceps, Hamstrings, Glutes, Calves Sets & Reps: 12 rep max x 3 sets (1-2 minute rest) Tempo: 2 seconds down, 1 second up Frequency: Twice a week strength training program (or as advised if part of rehab plan)…
Fitness fans are being told to sleep-in and stop skimping on protein if they want to get the most out of rest days. The team behind health and fitness site Vivotion.com say that regularly taking days off from intense exercise…