I got ambitious earlier this month, thinking I could crush my running goals. All pent-up ambition and motivation ultimately got me sidelined. I went too faast, too much and too soon. Although I made great progress several weeks ago correcting my form, but I didn’t follow a program to build up my distance and speed properly. … Read more
This was bound to happen the way I was ramping up my training. Got my first running injury, the shin splints in my right leg. I had big goals for July, but that’s all going to have to wait until I deal with the injury. Last few runs were great, got some good mileage at … Read more
There’s a 12km run that I like to do. It usually takes me more than 5km/min to run the route. It was the longest run so far with a new running form. The results speak for themselves, not only did I break the 5min/km pace but was able to do it at a lower heart … Read more
After the first two runs of switching up and improving my running technique, 3rd and 4th runs were much better. In fact, I comfortably cracked a 5minutes per kilometer mark on 8km run. I felt less pain in my calves during the run and were able to get the runs within three days of each … Read more
On my last two runs, I completely changed my running technique. After so many years of running and not improving my speed, relearning to run properly is the first step. The main focus is on how I strike the ground with my foot. I’ve always done heel to toe. But after racing against professional runners … Read more
I’ve been running for exercise and fun since my pre-teen years. Never took it seriously. Was never pushed or encouraged to pursue it as a sport. I just loved running. And it was the one thing I could do to outcompete all the kids in the neighborhood, primarily because I had good stamina. More often than not, I’d … Read more