I was at a workshop a few weeks ago looking at athletic development. ‘Coaching is testing and testing is coaching’ was a phrase that the presenters used a number of times throughout the workshop. During our coached sessions we are constantly testing you in some way. Looking at your ability to perform technique drills, watching … Continued
You may laugh at my structured warm-up routines before we run but with temperatures plummeting a proper warm-up becomes even more important. If we take the Achilles tendon as an example. The Achilles tendon is a structure that is commonly injured in sports involving running and jumping. Paratendenitis is a specific condition affecting the Achilles … Continued
Well the Saturday ride is looking a little sketchy due to the weather. If there is any chance of ice or snow on the roads I suggest you put it off for another day. I have hit black ice before in this area when out riding with Guy (see previous blog here) and sustained some … Continued
It was great to see on Friday night that the social side of the club is well and truly alive and kicking (see photos here for proof). I was reminded on Friday by Alex that she too completed the Nice Marathon. Nice work Alex Adames! You did 3:12 didn’t you Alex? ‘Chicked’ Dan by 3mins … Continued
A reminder that we celebrate the end of our 1st year in Pub On The Park this Friday! We’ll be there from 7ish There will be prizes! And, as it’s a pub, there’s a bar!
There have been some massive achievements by members of the club in recent weeks. Scott McKenna and Dan King both ran 3hr 15min marathons in New York and Nice respectively. Well done lads! That is a great time for a marathon. Scott also completed his Level 1 Triathlon Coach qualification a couple off weeks ago. … Continued
It was a great swim session this morning. From a coaching perspective I saw some very positive changes in front crawl technique in a number of you that will allow you to swim faster and more efficiently. There was also some very positive feedback from you guys with regard to the lane set-up and structure … Continued
Anyone who visits the lido will recognise the fantastic prints of cold swimmers, including our coach Tim. If interested, the pic’s are being auctioned for charity, info below…
How many times during a post-race interview when asked, ‘What has been the big difference in your training that has lead to this success?’ have you heard an athlete say ‘I had a really good winter’. A good winter? What do they mean? A good example would be Alistair Brownlee. In 2009 he had great … Continued
To celebrate the clubs first anniversary, the launch of our new membership scheme and because it’s a Friday(!) our next club drinks will be at Pub On The Park on Friday 19th November, from 6pm. The pub serves food if you fancy some dinner. Hope to see you there!