Category Archives: Running
3 Mistakes Runners Make
1. Only Running Look up a running program online and you’ll find it usually contains 5-6 days of running and 1-2 days of rest. Occasionally a day will be marked as “Rest or Cross-train” without further instruction, but more often … Continue reading
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Are You Running?
Warm up It’s that time of year again – Melbourne Marathon is coming up soon. You may have been training exclusively for this event, or perhaps this is the last of several marathons you are doing this year. Either way, … Continue reading
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Choice of Footwear
I am a big fan of training in minimalist footwear for increased foot and leg strength, and increased proprioception and stability. I am also a fan of training barefoot, although it is not always practical if you are training outdoors. … Continue reading
What makes a good personal trainer?
I saw a funny sight today as I was going for my morning run through Westerfolds Park. I was running the single trail next to the river but I could see up ahead on the bitumen trail a woman who … Continue reading
Living Barefoot Show Podcast
A while ago I had a chat with Al and Tina from Living Barefoot. They’ve got a podcast with some interviews of very interesting people who are high up in the barefoot and minimalist footwear world. Then they interviewed me. … Continue reading
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Feature in The Other Runner
I’m a big fan of running in minimalist footwear. That is, shoes that offer no support, are light, and are not much different to running barefoot. I’ve been in conversation with Diana from her blog The Other Runner. Check out … Continue reading