Running Performance: Get race ready with these top tips
21 May 2018
Read on for three top tips from Capital Physio physiotherapist, and keen runner herself, Bryony Short:
The famous phrase “failing to prepare is preparing to fail” is extremely accurate when it comes to race planning. Creating a training schedule will help keep on you focused and on track. Not sure where to start? A basic schedule could include:
For a training programme tailored to your personal needs and goals, consider visiting a professional such as a Capital Physio physiotherapist.
Runners of all abilities should think of a foam roller as a portable physio, enabling them to manage their own symptoms before and after training. This clever bit of kit gently activates muscle groups while relieving tightness and tension in muscles and joints. Runners should focus on foam rolling the following areas:
My must-have device for runners, foam rollers are a simple and sure-fire way to keep you training and help you smash your running goals and maximum running performance!
Adequate hydration is important on a day to day basis but is especially vital when we exercise. We need to be well hydrated to produce enough energy for our muscles, to breathe efficiently and to regulate our body temperature. Make sure you think about hydration before, during and after running. Here are some handy guidelines:
Click here for more detailed advice on all things hydration to ensure maximum running performance for the big day!
We hope these tips have helped you feel more confident about your race preparation. Would you like our team of expert physiotherapists to help you reach your goals with a personalised programme? Click here to find your nearest Capital Physio clinic and book an appointment. If you’re a social butterfly, you can find us on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram where you can share your race day photos with us – we’d love to see them!