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VIDEO: Lower back and glutes stretching
By on 20/02/2013 09:48:33
ASICS Pro Team physio Sarah Connors shows how to stretch your lower back and glutes
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PROMOTION: Good Form Running Campaign Coming Soon...
By on 20/02/2013 12:16:01
Good Form Running applications will open May 1st, please come back then to register.
Exclusive online content The Secrets of Good Form RunningLearn how to run better and injury-free, using the principles of the New Balance concept: Good Form RunningMost runners have never been taught how to run. This is the simple idea that lies at the heart of a unique partnersh...
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Your New Year's Running Resolutions
By on 07/01/2013 16:40:50
Back in December, we asked our Facebook and Twitter followers for their running goals for the year ahead. Further, faster and far-flung, here are a few of your goals for 2013...
[View the story "What are your running resolutions for 2013?" on Storify]Why not tell us your running resolutions over on our forum thread...
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ASICS Target 26.2: Meet our Final Five!
By on 13/12/2012 09:50:12
After some furious campaigning in the forum, the final line up for our ASICS Target 26.2 project has been decided. Meet our final five and give them a virtual pat on the back in the forum!
First Timer - SteveTarget: sub 4:00.Marathon PB: This will be my first.My strengths: I’m a very positive person – for me, the running drink is always half full. I’m also extremely determined and have a huge desire to succeed - I’ve just completed a first class honours degree in L...
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Lower class
By on 06/02/2013 13:04:29
Pedal stronger, with less chance of injury, by doing these simple lower body moves.
Stability ball hamstring curlsStrengthens: (And stabilises) abs, glutes, hips, hamstrings and kneesDo it: Lie on your back with your feet on a stability ball. Inhale, tightening your abs, back and glutes. Lift up off the floor to create a straight
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Stretch yourself
By on 06/02/2013 11:56:55
If you want to go faster on the bike you need to be flexible. Follow this five-minute post-ride routine to increase your mobility.
Reclining Pigeon PoseSTRETCHES: Hips and lower backBENEFIT: Eases hip and knee pain by opening hips and stretching the IT (iliotibial) bandDO IT: Lie on your back. Cross your right ankle over your left thigh. Extend your right arm through your legs
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A brand new roll
By on 20/02/2013 10:49:24
Turn your foam roller into a strength-building tool.
and Wellness Center, US, who created this routine. Do these exercises two to three times a week (on easy-run days) to build total-body strength that’ll improve performance and guard your body against injury. 1. PlankWorks Your abs, glutes, back and shoulders
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Q+A: What's your stretching routine, and what are your key stretches?
By on 08/02/2013 12:31:51
Elite Advice with Jo Pavey.
A: Whether or not to stretch before a run has always been a source of debate among runners. Personally, I like to do very gentle stretches even before a normal training run. I tried not stretching prior to runs back in 2002 but ended up with more
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Injury Q & A with Physio Sarah Connors
By on 18/02/2013 16:34:44
. As well as working for the British Athletics Team, she was lead physio for the English Institute of Sport in London before setting up a successful sports injuries clinic.Q1) As I have stepped up my training, I have started to get an ache in my lower back
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Weekday advent calendar winners
By on 07/12/2012 12:58:03
Each day we get RW elves to pick a winner in our weekday advent calendar. Have you been lucky this week? Check back at the end of each week to find out.Monday 3 December: Alan Hogg, Tyne and Wear Tuesday 4 December: Tim Barker, Bristol Wednesday 5
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