Category: Tips - DundeeRunners.co.uk

6 Ways To Get Rid Of A Running Stitch

10/5/2015

How to get rid of runners side stitch

One of the most irritating things runners get when they are out on their run is getting a stitch. I've put together my top 6 tips to avoid getting that dreaded side stitch.

1. Hydrate, Hydrate, Hydrate

Make sure you are well hydrated. Water or juice will suffice.

2. Don't over Indulge

Eating is good eating is important just try not to pig out before your run

3. Use The Bathroom

This is just common sense plus it eliminates any of bad stuff in you

4. Warm Up

A few minutes brisk walk or some light aerobic exercises will help greatly.

5. Massage

Gently massage the effected area to loosen things up a bit.

6. BREATHE

Try to regulate your breathing, have a conversation with your running buddy. If you can't or struggle then drop your pace down a bit. Running should be fun, don't let a stitch ruin it.

Top tip
This works every time for me. Take a large deep breath in and then exhale everything until there is no air left. Do this twice and your stitch will be gone. This method is by far the best i have tried.

How To Lace Up Running Shoes

27/2/2015

Yes there is more than one technique to lace your trainers

It would be a rather great world if all shoes were like Marty McFly's famous Nike Air Mags

Unfortunately we live in the real world where we simply have to tie our laces most days.

Here's a video for a more detailed look video with tips and advice on how to lace up your running shoes.

Top 10 Tips For Running With Asthma

29/12/2014

Yes, i have asthma. No that doesn't mean i can't run!

1. Remember your INHALER!!!

Seems pretty simple right. Why do you think there is a cute little pocket on the back of your running shorts/tights aahhhh...

2. Hot Yoga (Bikram Yoga)

Bikram / Hot Yoga consists of 26 postures and two breathing exercises over 90 minutes in a heated room to allow the body to stretch, detoxify, relieve stress, tone, and heal chronic pain, joint aches and most importantly Asthma.
www.hotyogadundee.com/ Youtube: What is "HOT YOGA"

3. Buy a Buff

Like now!!! There is so many designs to choose from starting at £10 you'll be raging you never bought one sooner. Total lifesaver. Available at Dundee Sweatshop

4. Avoid Triggers

The Weather, Pollen, Cold Drinks, Pollution, Dust, Road Works, Emotions, Foods, Animals. The list is endless and everyone has theirs. Avoid these at all costs. No one wants to have their day ruined by a tiny daisy. List of possible triggers here: Asthma Triggers A-Z

5. Have a plan

Carry your inhaler and a phone with an updated I.C.E contact. Here's how to do so http://www.wikihow.com/ICE. if possible wear an I'D band like the ones you get from Cram

6. Set Goals

Choose a distance per run and stick with it. Run with a friend or running group, make it relaxed. Don't push yourself to the point you feel uncomfortable. Running is meant to be fun. It doesn't matter how long it took you or how many times you stopped/walked/jogged. The main thing is your out there doing it and for that we salute you.

7. Choose your route

Choose your routes wisely avoiding heavy traffic and road works because of dust and pollution. Also remember the cold is terrible for asthma. Best times to be out are from 11am to 7pm. Treadmills exist too if your super keen.

8. Warm Up

There is published medical papers that indicate a mixed intensity warm up work out can have a great affect on running with asthma. See the findings here.. PubMed.Gov

9. Breathe

Find your pace and stick with it until you get better over a period of time. You are not Usain Bolt. If you can't hold a "comfortable" conversation while running then step off the gas. There's other days to smash that personal best.

10. Warm Down

Remember to warm down. If you suddenly stop your body sometimes panics about the decrease of demand on your lungs. Don't give your self a scare. Here's a great warm down video: Slow-down-breathing-after-running

Congratulations you are a runner
go out and take on the world.

Stairs = the enemy of the distance runner

14/6/2014

I've been mentioning this video a lot lately, I too know the pain and suffering of descending stairs after a half marathon and this video captures it perfectly.

Remember folks after a big distance run you should warm down / stretch / ice bath or cold shower then compression wear for the fastest recovery.

Messages to inspire you to run

27/5/2014

Ten Commandments for the Runner

4/3/2014

Thou shall never say "I am not a runner." If you run, you are a runner.

Running In Snow

17/2/2014

Is it a good idea? I'd have to say no, is it really worth risking months of not running if you slip or fall and hurt yourself. With a day pass as low as £5.99 at Pure Gym in Dundee and other gyms and classes modestly priced across Dundee. It would be a good time to take advantage of all their offers. Oh and here's what inspired this post...

10 Winter Running tips.... Actually over 25+

12/1/2014

As I said in my last post DundeeRunners.co.uk now has a Pinterest board. To kick this off, I have some amazing winter running tips for you all. When you click on the picture you will be redirected to the DundeeRunners.co.uk Pinterest board with lots of hints and tips to help you out with your winter runs, jogs or walks.

We're now on Pinterest

31/12/2013

Hello and good morning folks!!
We have great news! We are now on Pinterest.

Just click on the badge below to visit our Pinterest board and please follow the board to keep up to date with awesome things from around the world especially for you Dundee Runners

50 Reasons To Exercise

11/12/2013

Why wait until the new year?
Start Now!