July Bleep test & fitness test results
Here are the results of the latest bleep test and fitness test. The fitness tests are how many press ups and sit ups you can perform in 1 minute. The reading for press ups are as follows; the first number is how many full press ups were performed on toes, the second number is how […]
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Febuary time trial
The results of this month’s time trial are as follows; Well done to all who took part, some fantastic results and improvements! Let’s work hard for the next month and see even more improvements. Distance 2.3 miles
Hill running – why?
Hill running should be an integral part of every runner’s training program. Training on hills strengthens your legs and ankles and allows you to work on your aerobic, anaerobic and muscular fitness at the same time. Here are a few reasons why you should
How to run free
Running injury prevention is a very important topic, especially if you are training for longer distances like a half or full marathon. There is no one reason why runners get injured, but there is a pretty consistent interaction of factors that play a role in most runner injuries. Factors commonly recognized include muscle weakness, inadequate […]
Variety is the spice of running
Use cross-training activities to supplement your running, improve your muscle balance, and keep you injury-free. Swimming, cycling, yoga, Pilates, elliptical training, and rowing will burn a lot of calories and improve your aerobic fitness, but be careful not to aggravate injury-prone areas. If you are injured, let pain be your guide on which activities are […]
Fabulous February post #2
“Life isn’t about waiting for the storm to pass:it’s about learning how to dance in the rain” Lucinda Stone
Circuit training
Strength training helps to keep your body properly aligned while you are running. It is particularly important to strengthen the core and the hip muscles. When you strengthen the hips—the abductors, adductors, and gluteus maximus—you increase your leg stability all the way down to your ankles while also helping to prevent knee injuries.
One mind; one body
Most running injuries don’t erupt from nowhere and blindside you. They produce signals—aches, soreness, and persistent pain—but it’s up to you to listen to them and take appropriate action. Plain and simple: If something hurts, do not run. As soon as you start
James Lewis
I’ve only been with Stoke FIT since November 2012 and I cannot believe what they have helped me achieve! After my first run, 2.79 miles, i’m now running in excess of 9, after just a couple of months, the motivation is outstanding! The miles fly by and with a smile on my face “You only […]