Core-Centric Fitness
People often miss the importance of a strong, complete core. We’ve spent many years singling out one part of the whole system—the abs and, let’s face it, crunches can be boring.Much like the core...
Get on the Water this Summer
We know that summer doesn’t last forever. Canadians are gearing up for an incredible season, and we’re ready to pack a lot of adventure into a few short months to make the most of...
CORE STABILITY BALL WORKOUT
It’s easy to fall into a rut doing the same familiar core exercises, but these little nine-inch, dollar-store balls will give you more than a bang for your buck!To keep the workout (and you)...
12 Weeks to Your First 70.3
An Ironman 70.3 or half-Ironman involves a 1900-metre swim, a 90-kilometre bike ride, and a 21.1-kilometre run. This program is designed for someone who has completed some sprint-distance triathlons, and Olympic-distance triathlons and who...
Yoga For Runners
Running is a fabulous sport that invigorates the body and mind, perhaps explaining why it is one of the most popular sports worldwide. But it is common for running goals to be derailed as...
Seeking the truth behind running injuries
Runners seeking a magic bullet to prevent injuries will have to keep searching.A study published in the Journal of Athletic Training in September 2021 sought correlations between running-related injuries and training parameters—such as distance,...
On your Mark, Get Set, Go!
Most of us know the benefits of running long and incorporating tempos in workouts. But we are now understanding that there are huge benefits in including short sprints. Who would have thought that tearing...
A Guide to Running a Half-Marathon in Under Two Hours
Running under two hours in the half-marathon is an achievable goal for many runners. In this gentle half build you will be guided through a 12-week training plan where the goal is to run...
20 Weeks to Your Marathon PB
If you are someone who has ran marathons before but is looking to achieve a new personal best, this is the plan for you. This 20-week plan assumes you can already comfortably run three...
Strength for Running
As a runner you know how important it is to have proper leg strength and power.Strength for runners is about building strong, lean muscles, keeping muscle mass down while maximizing strength. As the duration...