laps, with a half-marathon p.b. it all went pear-shaped with calf pains and cramp and has left me with a sore knee/hip/thigh, that’s stopping me running. At least I finished, which is important for morale when doing long events. I can still cycle though
't really compete with Kerry's last blog - this pose won't make you dynamite in the sack. However, it will give you thighs of steel and quite possibly knees so durable you can take the physio off speed-dial.This pose is all about learning to use your leg
. As the name suggests, Butt Shield is designed primarily for cycling-related chafing and irritation but it’s also ideal for inner thigh or armpit rub during running, or for use with a wetsuit (it’s waterproof, until washed off with soap and water). Skin
button in and tilt your pelvis so your back is flat on the floor. Lift one foot off the ground, lifting the knee toward the chest (thigh vertical). Return and repeat on the other side.Start a run/walk programme. Alternate one minute of running with one
hundreds of reps on the inner and outer thigh machines to melt away stubborn fat pockets. But they are wasting their time (and considerable efforts) – the plain truth is the only way you can spot-reduce is with liposuction.“When you exercise, your body taps
a better stroke, build strength and add variety so that your pool sessions stay fresh. You'll feel more confident and your times will come down.Pull buoysPull buoys are hourglass-shaped foam devices that you hold lightly between your thighs
but taking load off of the painful bit and putting it elsewhere.Turning your foot out slightly helps. This also lets your knee & thigh roll in and tissue at the front of your hip becomes tighter….but not enough for you to notice.The knee feels better, but how
sideways with every step. This puts a lot of pressure on my ankles, which are pretty weedy anyway. One of the things that helps me to improve slightly is to concentrate on the stronger bits of my legs – be conscious of the movement of my thighs pushing my
. Go as far as your ankle will let you. Release slowly, returning to the starting position. Do two sets of 20 on each leg.Plantar Stretch Sit down barefoot and cross your right leg so that your ankle rests on your left thigh. Hold your toes and bend
