Posts by Tim
Is the way I run increasing my risk of injury?
Is the way I run increasing my risk of injury? Wouldn’t it be nice if there was a perfect running technique that would guarantee you to stay injury free, even better if it was easy? There is no shortage of books, online courses and running gurus out there all advocating that their…
Read MoreHow can you speed up your running injury recovery?
Getting a running related injury can be frustrating, there is no doubt about it. But consider this. Once the injury has occurred, the recovery starts as the body does what it does best, healing the injured tissue, and everything you do from that point on either helps or delays recovery. Taking the wrong advice, pushing…
Read More3 Top Tips for Planning a Long Distance Walk
3 Top Tips for Planning a Long Distance Walk Embarking on a long-distance walk can be an invigorating and rewarding experience, allowing you to immerse yourself in nature, challenge your physical limits, and discover stunning landscapes. Whether you’re considering a multi-day hike on a famous trail or creating your own unique route, careful planning…
Read More10 x training tips for running injury prevention
This is a ‘brain dump’ of some of my top tips to reduce your risk of getting a running related injury. All of these are based on evidence, experience and common sense! Follow the 80/20 rule. 80% of your runs should be easy with 20% at high intensity. Back to back runs are ok,…
Read MorePlantar Plate Tear. Your questions answered.
Plantar Plate Tear. Your questions answered. Introduction: Plantar plate tear is a common injury that affects the ligament in the ball of the foot, leading to pain, instability, and discomfort. This injury which almost nobody will have heard of (unless you have had it!) is actually quite a common foot problem that I…
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