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LATEST ARTICLES ( 71 )

• Become a Better Runner Through Strength Training

  

  It's time for another guest post, and one I'll do a follow up on from my own experiences related to cross and strength training. Something that is often... Read more

  Posted on 28 June 2012 FITNESS, OTHER SPORTS, SPORTS

• Become a Stronger Runner Through Strength Training

  

  It's time for another guest post, and one I'll do a follow up on from my own experiences related to cross and strength training. Something that is often... Read more

  Posted on 28 June 2012 FITNESS, OTHER SPORTS, SPORTS

• Scott Jurek’s “Eat and Run” Book Review and Prize Give Away

  

  Bloomsbury Publishing have sent me a copy of "Eat Run" by Scott Jurek with Steve Friedman to review, and the good news for you is that I also have another... Read more

  Posted on 21 June 2012 FITNESS, OTHER SPORTS, SPORTS

• Guest Post - Health Benefits of Running (not Just Ultramarathons)

  

  It's time for another UltramarathonRunning.com.au guest post, and this one is very timely given all the current negative articles in the press about the... Read more

  Posted on 07 June 2012 FITNESS, OTHER SPORTS, SPORTS

• Which Everyday Runner Has Inspired You Through Their Ultra Running Performance...

  

  Online Surveys Market Research About 2 years ago now I read a biography about Pat Farmer and his incredible ultrarunning achievements, and it was his... Read more

  Posted on 28 May 2012 FITNESS, OTHER SPORTS, SPORTS

• Which Everyday Runner Has Inspired Your Through Their Ultra Running Performance...

  

  About 2 years ago now I read a biography about Pat Farmer and his incredible ultrarunning achievements, and it was his attitude as an “everyday bloke” that... Read more

  Posted on 24 May 2012 FITNESS, OTHER SPORTS, SPORTS

• Sport Shield - Put an End to Chaffing and Blisters in Ultramarathons!

  

  I've a lot of friends who are running in the North Face 100 in Sydney next weekend, so I hope that this is in time for you all to benefit... Read more

  Posted on 11 May 2012 FITNESS, OTHER SPORTS, SPORTS

• Is Chocolate Milk the Better Recovery Drink for Runners?

  

  As no doubt you’re coming down from your Easter Egg charged sugar rush, what better than a Chocolate inspired guest posting. It’s food for... Read more

  Posted on 12 April 2012 FITNESS, OTHER SPORTS, SPORTS

• Essential Smartphone Apps for Runners - 4 Reasons to Lace up Those Sneakers and...

  

  Here is another great guest post to enlighten you as to what is out there in the world of Smartphone Apps to get you and keep you running. These Apps are far... Read more

  Posted on 06 April 2012 FITNESS, OTHER SPORTS, SPORTS

• The Importance of Your Mindset in Ultramarathon Success

  

  2011 was a big year for me in terms of my running, and it had some great highs and pitiful lows. Only now, a few months on have I managed to detach myself... Read more

  Posted on 04 April 2012 FITNESS, OTHER SPORTS, SPORTS

• Kick Cancer's Butt with Exercise - Guest Post

  

  Cancer can be one of the most challenging diseases for both patients and their families. While a diagnosis of cancer can be a life-changing event for many... Read more

  Posted on 08 March 2012 FITNESS, HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING, MEDICINE, OTHER SPORTS, SPORTS

• Heat v Humidty (or How to Lose 5kgs in 2 Hours!)

  

  Two recent training runs have inspired this post, as I have run out of water after 21kms of running on each occasion. For one I only had another 5kms to get hom... Read more

  Posted on 02 February 2012 FITNESS, OTHER SPORTS, SPORTS

• Gear Review - Simple Hydration Water Bottles... “Getting Waisted”

  

  When doing my training runs, particularly the longer sessions preparing for an Ultramarathon, I like to have the option of both sports drink and water. Typicall... Read more

  Posted on 20 January 2012 FITNESS, OTHER SPORTS, SPORTS

• GNW 100s – Australia's Toughest Trail Race

  

  This weekend was the last event of the year for me, the Great North Walk 100 mile (nearly 108miles in reality). This is my third attempt at this ultramarathon,... Read more

  Posted on 16 November 2011 FITNESS, OTHER SPORTS, SPORTS

• Linebreak Compression Gear Video Review

  

  From now on I’m going to being doing more of my reviews on video, so that you can see the products in action, and I can describe their performance real time. Read more

  Posted on 05 November 2011 FITNESS, OTHER SPORTS, SPORTS

• Run Like the World is Watching

  

  I have been away from the blog for a good while, busy attempting to complete my 33 Marathons challenge. I am in the process of writing up the report, but... Read more

  Posted on 26 September 2011 FITNESS, OTHER SPORTS

• Training for a Multiday Ultramarathon

  

  I haven’t blogged for a while, and the reason will be clear to anyone who has been following my preparations for my 33 marathons run. Read more

  Posted on 11 August 2011 FITNESS, OTHER SPORTS, SPORTS

• How to Run a PR in an Ultramarathon with No Extra Training

  

  At the end of any ultramarathon race you look back and think how much better you could have done and what you’ll do differently for next time. Now the... Read more

  Posted on 03 July 2011 FITNESS, OTHER SPORTS, SPORTS

• HOKA Mafate Trail Shoes – Time to Fly!

  

  I first heard of HOKA one one shoes when Karl Meltzer ran the Pony Express Trail last year, and they caught my eye as they went against everything in the... Read more

  Posted on 18 June 2011 FITNESS, OTHER SPORTS, SPORTS

• Running at Night, a Whole New Experience

  

  I’ve written previously about the benefits and techniques of training runs at night, but this is slightly different. Time pressures have been such on me of... Read more

  Posted on 07 June 2011 WEATHER