This month Runblogger Pete Larson and colleagues published a study on foot strike patterns of runners completing a Marathon. Here I add my thoughts to the observations and conclusions of the authors.
Archive | November, 2011
Jerry Schumacher’s strength training secrets: part 3
In the final of this three part series about the strength training used by Nike coaches Jerry Schumacher and Pascal Dobert, I provide example strength training for running sessions and video demonstrations.
Nike Free 3.0 Review
The Nike Free 3.0 is the shoe I reach for first out of my growing pile of running footwear.This versatile shoe is great for general running and comes into its own as a means to practice good running technique.
Jerry Schumacher’s strength training secrets: part 2
The core of Pascal Dobert and Jerry Schumacher’s approach to strength training for running may hinge on the variety of exercises their Oregon based athletes do in each strength session. In part II of this series I look at a five element framework of exercises and discuss the neurological benefits for runners of constantly changing the mix of strength training used.
Jerry Schumacher’s strength training secrets: part 1
Athletes trained by Jerry Schumacher consistently run well in their distinctive green singlets. Aside from obvious coaching nous, another reason for their high performance is the excellent strength training program overseen by Pascal Dobert. While it’s a secret, in this three part series I speculate on just what the ingredients might be in this successful recipe for running.
Coaching benefits for runners
Seeking out coaching or having a critical friend to discuss your training approach can be of great benefit to any runner. From injury prevention and management to creative inspiration, the coach has a massive role to play in the successful achievement of any runner’s goals. In this article I discuss some benefits of and principles for productive athlete and coach relationships.
Foam roller it’s over
Your foam roller is an unsympathetic and hurtful companion to your iliotibial band induced knee pain. Like a bad friend or destructive relationship of any kind, perhaps it’s time you broke up? Maybe you’re ready to say those words “foam roller it is over.” Find out the causes and cures for ITB syndrome.
New Balance MT101 Review
As a runner who likes to get out into the forest and run some trails, I’m constantly on the lookout for running shoes that can cope with a sometimes more testing environment than pavement. Enter the NB MT101 a minimalist trail shoe with a rock stopping feature, find out why this shoe ticks the right boxes.
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