Why Have Video Swim Analysis

Why Have Video Swim Analysis

So its now the time of year when the hard training and racing has stopped. You’ve probably had a bit of time out from training – maybe a holiday. But now you’re getting back into doing a little bit of sport, building a little consistency for winter....
Trail Running, Go Get Muddy!

Trail Running, Go Get Muddy!

Why Get Trail Running? Trail running, like off road driving, presents similar challenges. Road running, no matter how long you’ve been doing it, won’t prepare your body or mind for what awaits after you step off those smooth, flat surfaces. Read on for the...
Take A Break – Why Do Athletes Need It?

Take A Break – Why Do Athletes Need It?

Just in case you were thinking of getting straight back into training for next year, here is some reasoning on why you should have a few weeks of active recovery and definitely take a break. The Kenyan Runners swear by it – ‘Nearly every Kenyan Runner...
Counting Strokes

Counting Strokes

As a coach of distance swimmers and triathletes, I believe counting strokes is a necessary part of most swimming workouts. What Counting Strokes Can Do For You If you stick with it and do it on a consistent basis, stroke-counting in swimming is an excellent way to...
Running With Music

Running With Music

I’ve always felt that running with music makes things easier, and if you’re like me, then you probably will grab a music player and headphones before you head out for a run and potentially your favorite playlist. The question is, can music make you a better runner?...