9 Running Stretches to Help Run Faster

9 Running Stretches to Help Run Faster

Stretching is a very important thing to do before you go on a run. Other things are just as important, like the right pair of running shoes, good form, and a good warm-up run. When we used to meet up for practice at 6AM during the summer, before we started our workout on the...
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North Beach to Bulli Run

North Beach to Bulli Run

The run from North Beach to Bulli along the Wollongong Bike Track/Path is about 23km long. A GPS using the Nokia Sports Tracker software was used to plot the map below. However we used the markers along the Bike Track/Path to determine our turn around point. Started from North Beach, just next to the surf club and...
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Muscles To Stretch For Runners

Muscles To Stretch For Runners

There is some controversy as to when the best time to stretch is. Some people believe that it is good to stretch before a run and after the warm up. Others prefer to stretch after the run and skip their pre-run stretch. Some stretch both times. In a lot of ways, the right time...
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Stretching For Physical Fitness

Stretching For Physical Fitness

Staying fit is important to all of us, not just for activities like running or cycling but also for the many other activities we do in our daily lives. Some of these activities may include running, joining marathons, playing with our children or just going for a daily walk. Staying fit is also important...
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Stretching Techniques

Stretching Techniques

Stretching is the lengthening of the muscles with the help of bending the body in various positions. To achieve stretching of muscles, there are various stretching exercises designed. Stretching exercises doesn't only stretch your muscles but there are other benefits as well.
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Two Plantar Fasciitis Stretching Exercises

It is very important to do your plantar fasciitis stretching exercises every day until your symptoms and pain go away. The exercises themselves are simple to do. Be sure to consult your doctor, especially if the pain does not subside.
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10 Weeks Sydney Half Marathon Beginner’s Training Guide

10 Weeks Sydney Half Marathon Beginner’s Training Guide

The Sydney Morning Herald Half Marathon is just 10 weeks away. How's your training for that coming along? Here's a Beginner's guide to get you started.
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Bike Track from Wollongong to Thirroul

Bike Track from Wollongong to Thirroul

The Wollongong to Thirroul is a 15km bike track that follows the coast, starting from Belmore Basin (to the west of the Levendi cafe) to Thirroul. It's one of the best places for running and cycling in Wollongong.
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How to Taper For Your Big Triathlon

Tapering its a complex animal that many triathletes get confused on. Here is my triathlon coaching advice to you on tapering.
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