Arthur Lydiard and the Invention of Jogging: Revolutionizing Running and Fitness,In the realm of distance running and fitness, one name stands out as a pioneer and visionary: Arthur Lydiard. This New Zealand coach and athlete not only transformed the world of running but also popularized the concept of jogging. Lydiard’s groundbreaking training methods and philosophy Read more about Arthur Lydiard invented jogging (myth?)[…]
We asked the hive mind what advice they would give to people considering Tarawera for the first time. The following post contains the majority of their collective insight, in no particular order. Hopefully this helps you and if you need help with your training please get in touch [email protected]
What should your biggest run be, and when? Your long run is your longest run. You know when it is time to make it longer when you finish still feeling fresh. It shouldn’t be some orchestrated number or objective. The target needs to be reflective of your body and how the training load is impacting Read more about 3 Months to go![…]
Ultra-distance trail running is an endurance sport that requires athletes to cover long distances on varied terrain, often including steep climbs, technical descents, and challenging terrain. Preparing for such a grueling event requires not only cardiovascular fitness but also strength and muscular endurance. Strength training has been shown to be a beneficial training modality for Read more about Running Stronger[…]
‘I should increase my training by 10% per week’ You should increase your training volume only when you are able to absorb more stress. Your body doesn’t count 7 days, more likely the increase in loading will represent a gradually increasing wave over time. Some weeks with more, some weeks the same as before. If Read more about Marathon Mythbusters[…]
Whether you are running 50 or 100 km at the annual big friendly, we want you well prepared to have your best day this coming February. KISSFitness comes through the accumulation of time on feet. Follow these three steps in order to build your fitness. Start by maximising your training frequency. Simply get out as Read more about Tarawera 50 and 100 km tips[…]
Often people struggle with motivation to get out the door and train in Winter so we have put together a few tips to help keep you motivated and running. Wet Weather Gear- ‘There’s no such thing as bad weather, only inappropriate clothing’ Sir Ranulph Fiennes. Wearing the right clothing for the weather outside means that Read more about 7 Tips for Winter Running[…]
The best time to plant a tree was 20 years ago, the second best time is now. Think of your training to Queenstown Marathon as this tree. There is no 12 week solution to this problem although 12 weeks is a start. Do you know what is better than 12 weeks? Any number greater than Read more about The best time to start training…[…]
Blue Lake, it’s now a tradition for us. We first attended 6 years ago, in it’s second year of running. Small and grassroots it has now grown and become more and more ‘festival’ like (but still totally weird and wacky with the usual suspects showing up). In previous iterations Kerry undertook such challenges as ‘Don’t Read more about Blue Lake 24 Hour Lap an Hour Crew Life[…]
One of the questions that we get asked a lot is ‘What should my longest run be in the build up to race day?’ We figured now is a good time to answer that question. Unlike training for a half-marathon or marathon, athletes need not gradually extend their Weekly Long Run (WLR) until it reaches Read more about Tarawera Long Run[…]