How To Train 10k! You’ve probably seen many programs on how to train 10k. Each runner has an individual approach and it is very likely that some of these programs will appeal and suit you, whilst others will not work. I take a slightly different approach. I prefer not to go with any running programs. How to train? 10k and other distances can be achieved […]
Emil Zátopek! To start of the series of Featured Runner of the Week, I chose to look back to a runner from recent history. It seems fitting to pick Emil Zátopek as he exemplified all the great qualities not only as a runner but as a human being! Adored by crowds and fellow competitors alike, Zátopek, with his very awkward technique accomplished what no other […]
How To Run Far! I started off with a half marathon. That was the first event I trained for when I began my running adventure at the age of 35. Running came about by chance. It was a means to gain more energy in everyday life. As I got going, I realised that in order to keep this activity alive, some goals more relevant to […]
First Marathon Tips Earlier this summer, I ran my first marathon. Number one tip – never make your first marathon a solo run. What I mean is, I went out on my own and ran a marathon distance. Disaster! Or was it? First Marathon I had been toying with the idea of running a marathon for some time now. My longest run before the ultimate […]
Long Distance Running Tips When I got a chance to run with one of the world’s top ultra marathon runners I knew I was in for something special. Not only has Piotr Kuryło run in over 50 marathons, he took part in numerous ultra marathons, including a second place finish in the Spartathlon. However, his biggest feat was a run around the world which took […]
“Dream dreams, but live the impossible” goes my motto. And on this occasion, these are not only empty words. I can honestly say, I had the privilege to live it! Less than 4 months ago, I pickup the book by Christopher McDougall, Born To Run. That triggered several events which led me to learn of my fellow countryman, Piotr Kuryło, and his amazing feats. This […]
Motivation to get in shape is often difficult to find. First obstacle is usually time, then the issue of those extra pounds we’re carrying and finally, the regime and boredom of repetitive exercises. Do not get me wrong, I have found the calling and enjoy my exercises and running but it took me years to get off my backside and realise the importance of exercise […]
“If you think running is all about running, you have not been running!” This is my original quote and Christopher McDougall in his book ‘Born To Run’ shows just that. It is the most beautiful book I have ever read. It goes beyond running and into topics like humility, love, passion, brotherhood, happiness. Through running we express ourselves. We, as humans, were created to run. […]
Brian Tracy is one of the worlds top motivational speakers and success experts. His knowledge and wealth did not only come from education but from personal experiences. This is one of the best Brian Tracy speeches, in which he tells a story from his past that helped him establish a pattern for success in his youth which formed a solid foundation for the rest of […]
Expand Comfort Zone In order to grow, we must progress. Many argue, that to achieve growth it is best to step out of your comfort zone. To perform tasks which you are not comfortable with in order to achieve success. But what if you, above all, cherish comfort? How can you step out of that zone? Are you like me and have comfort atop of […]
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