If you can run 3 miles, you can run 123 - yes, really! What do you think when someone says “half marathon”? Too long? A bit scary? Out of your league? We don’t think so - here’s why we think the half marathon is the perfect distance, even for relative newbies to...
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Get Faster & Fitter With Incline Running
by Nicola Joyce | Feb 6, 2024 | Technical Articles
7 benefits of running on an incline (plus 3 training sessions to try) The idea of running uphill - especially if you don’t have to - but incline running has a ton of benefits. It can make you fitter, faster, lighter, and leaner. Here’s how. #1 Burn More Calories...
How to build half-marathon endurance from scratch
by Nicola Joyce | Jan 26, 2024 | Technical Articles
Train to improve your speed endurance for long distances What does it take to run long distances? The word endurance is often used, but what you actually need is something more specific: speed endurance. Speed endurance describes your body’s ability to hold a faster...
4 Steps To Pain-Free Half Marathon Training
by Nicola Joyce | Jan 19, 2024 | Technical Articles
Don’t let injury get in the way of half marathon training – these simple tips will help you get through without a hitch. Running isn’t always easy, and training for a big goal like the Windsor Half Marathon is a significant challenge. But running doesn’t’ have to be...
Unwinding the Mind: Exploring the Powerful Benefits of Mindfulness Meditation
by Peter Hier | Jan 4, 2024 | Health
Unwinding the Mind: Exploring the Powerful Benefits of Mindfulness Meditation Discover the benefits of mindfulness meditation, including its impact on mental wellbeing, physical health, and techniques for practice, supported by research findings. Mindfulness...
Succeeding with Your New Year Health & Fitness Resolution Part 2
by Peter Hier | Dec 31, 2023 | Technical Articles, Windsor Half Marathon
Finding Motivation and Support. Utilising Accountability and Support Systems: Finding motivation and support are essential components of a successful health and fitness journey. The use of accountability and support systems, such as finding an accountability buddy or...
Succeeding with Your New Year Health & Fitness Resolution Part 1
by Peter Hier | Dec 28, 2023 | Technical Articles, Windsor Half Marathon
Succeeding with Your New Year Health & Fitness Resolution: A Complete Guide for Goal Setting, Motivation, and Overcoming Obstacles: Part 1 How to Succeed with Your New Year Health & Fitness Resolution: Exploring the significance of setting achievable goals,...
Practical Tips for Healthy Eating in the New Year
by Peter Hier | Dec 21, 2023 | Health
Revamp Your Diet: Practical Tips for Healthy Eating in the New Year! A brief article on healthy eating tips for the new year, including realistic goal setting, incorporating nutrient-rich fruits and vegetables, embracing whole grains, minimizing processed foods and...
3 Healthy Recipes for Leftover Christmas Turkey
by Nicola Joyce | Dec 20, 2023 | Technical Articles
Fed up of turkey soup and turkey curry? Use up your leftovers and turn them into something that will fuel your training runs. Breakfast frittata Perfect for before – or after – your morning run and packed with protein and healthy nutrients. Ingredients 5 large eggs...
The Simplest Running Plan For Christmas Week
by Peter Hier | Dec 15, 2023 | Technical Articles
Keen to keep a simple training schedule in place over Christmas? If you love running, you probably want to keep some kind of training schedule in place over the Christmas week. But it’s easier said than done. If you’ve been looking at your diary, trying to juggle...
How Runners Can Stay Festive and Fit During Christmas
by Peter Hier | Dec 8, 2023 | Health
How Runners Can Stay Festive and Fit During Christmas Tips for runners to enjoy Christmas without overindulging, including starting the day with a run, participating in holiday-themed races, and staying consistent with training throughout the festive period....
Mastering Cold Weather Running.
by Peter Hier | Nov 30, 2023 | Technical Articles
Outline Safety Considerations for Running in Cold Weather Dressing for Cold Weather Running Breathing Cold Air and Its Impact on Running Warming Up Techniques for Cold Weather Running Nutrition and Hydration for Cold Weather Running Health Benefits of Training in Cold...