"As runners, it’s easy to fall into the trap of thinking that more k’s equals better performance. But if there’s one thing I’ve learned from years of running and pushing my limits, it’s that rest days are just as important as smashing out the hard sessions."- Jacqui...
For some of us, the annual forwarding of the clocks has begun with Daylight Savings now in place, or some of us might already be enjoying the benefit of the sun for a few extra hours after the working day subsides. Making the most of the extra daylight is a small...
Loss of control. Uncertainty of what the future would bring. Uncertainty about what tomorrow would bring. Scared. Isolated. Anxious. Alone. These are all the feelings I had in July 2018 when I was told I was in End Stage Kidney Failure and that I would need to start...
Life is busy, and can be hard and full of things that can take us away from keeping active. And so often we say to ourselves ‘Oh I’ll start again next week’, ‘I’ll have more time next Monday’. But Monday or next week rolls around and we find ourselves in this...
June 10-16 is marked as Men’s Health Week. Brooks had the privilege of having Brooks Running Collective ambassador – Jermaine Jones, speak to the team about all things Men’s Health and more importantly, focusing on Mental Health in Men. Known for his dynamic career in...
Running during winter offers an opportunity to embrace the cooler conditions that contrasts with the heat and humidity of the summer of which we are usually accustomed to in Australia. Come along with Brooks Triathlete, Sam Betten, for some pointers on how to maximise...
Get the low down with Brooks Triathlete David Fawkes on how to maximise your potential when training for a marathon! For many, the idea of running a marathon can seem like an insurmountable challenge, a distant dream reserved for elite athletes or the...
Why not consider joining your local run club? Check out the below benefits to get you up and into the hype of the Run Club! As run clubs are growing at a higher rate than ever, it’s time to find (or reconnect with) your running community. Let us help you find...
As we approach the Summer Olympics in Paris, it's hard to forget the last Olympics held in Tokyo 2021. The world was in the midst of a global pandemic, and the future was uncertain. But despite the challenges, the Olympics went ahead, and it was a testament to the...
Forget side stitches and runner's knee — research shows that almost a third of all running injuries can be categorized as stress fractures. So, what's up with all the stress? Here's what every runner needs to know about stress fractures and how to sidestep them for...
Pair one of these three frozen treats with your next run or workout. Smoothies can be a healthy and tasty way to supplement nutrition for runners. A few fresh and frozen ingredients into the blender and chef’s kiss, you have yourself a nutrient-packed snacked perfect...
Training for your first marathon can feel like a daunting process. Sticking and following a training plan, staying motivated, getting enough sleep and most importantly, knowing how to fuel your body can feel like there is a lot on your plate.. (pun intended). It's...
The last two years have been filled with nothing but activewear uniforms, unmuting ourselves on zoom, mental health walks, and of course that all too familiar banana bread-making phase. However, there have also been plenty of positives to come out of this period, not...
While the physical benefits of running are well-established, there is plenty of evidence to suggest running can improve your mental health, too. Running has been a large part of managing my own well-being over the years, and I expect many other runners would say the...
DISCLAIMER: THIS ARTICLE DOES NOT PROVIDE MEDICAL ADVICE The content in this post is intended for informational or general educational purposes only and it is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the...
Tip One Just like your new running muscles are now getting used to running, your gut is also adjusting to this new exercise routine as well. Most of the time runners experience gut upset/distress because their gut simply isn’t used to digesting fuel in and around the...
Not so fast. Let’s demystify hunger on the run. Is “runger” a thing? That’s a term we just made up for running while hungry. And the answer, according to Dr. Kyle Pfaffenbach — a professor in the Health and Human Performance program at Eastern Oregon...
Before you go on to read race week do’s and don’ts, the most important lesson here is that the gut is highly trainable. Therefore, in the weeks and months leading up to race day when we are training our body and muscles to handle to 42.195km distance, we also want to...
Starting Point Good Nutrition; before focusing on pre and post workout meals it is important to assure that you are having well balanced meals and offering to your body the fuel it needs.Pre-Workout Your pre-workout meal can be done in a window of 3 hours to 30...
Training your body is just a start if you want to run at a high level. Understanding and building mental strength can boost your performance, too. A missing piece in the performance puzzle Many runners spend lots of time and energy on the physical aspect of the...