I always had an ultra marathon in the back of my mind, but when I mentioned Tarawera Ultramarathon 102k out loud, the general response was you are nuts and to some extent, I think I agreed. There were multiple conversations with my friends and my husband (and out loud conversations to myself in the car) […]
childbirth to ultramarathon – part 1, the lead in Read More »
It can be hard knowing where to start when you want to start running. The biggest mistake people make is doing too much too quick. The safest, most effective plans build the running very slowly which can be a bit of a slog. However if you rush the process, then injuries are more likely to
How to start Running From Scratch….. Read More »
Following on from my blog about the guidelines for return to running post partum, I thought I would tell my personal experience of running and having a baby. It is by no means a textbook way to return to running, but an account of how it was for me and what I have learnt along
My Baby and Running Experience Read More »
A summary of key points of strength training for runners. The best way to become a good runners is by consistent running. The best way to run consistently is to not get injured. The best way to not get injured is to become a “robust runner” with strength training. So runners should do strength training.
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Unfortunately there are not set guidelines here in NZ on the return to running post baby. Mums are often unsure on when to start running and health professionals are also unsure on the right advice to give and often no advice is given. However in March this year, a group of specialist physios in the
when can I Return to Running post Baby? Read More »
