Helen PhillipsOct 16, 20174 minTime to Taper ... The Frustrated Runners GuideI'm running Dublin Marathon in a few weeks and, whilst some of the big autumn marathons are behind us, there are still plenty of...
Helen PhillipsOct 11, 20174 minDream it, Believe it, and don’t stop until you Achieve it!Marathon training is top of mind after the VLM 2018 ballot results were announced last week. I met up with Simon Martin, one of the...
Helen PhillipsOct 11, 20175 minHow to avoid marathon training burnout ... Reasons why you don't need to run 26.2 miles in trainSo you're training for a marathon. Yippee! Whoop Whoop Whoop! Now you're all signed up and you're following your plan. But let's be...
Helen PhillipsOct 10, 20174 minMarathon Nutrition Must-Do'sTraining for a marathon is tough. Your running training plan is designed build body strength, running speed and endurance over the...
Helen PhillipsOct 4, 20172 minHow to go from a chain smoking, heavy drinking “WTF I hate running” couchie to a sub 1:50 half runneMarathon training is top of mind this week with the VLM 2018 ballot results being announced. I met up with Simon Martin, one of the...
Helen PhillipsOct 2, 20174 minThe Get-Ahead Guide to Marathon TrainingWe're in the middle of summer and spring marathons seem years away! But if you're planning to run your first marathon, London,...
Helen PhillipsSep 26, 20173 min5 Reasons to Run ... Apart from for Weight-lossLots of people start out running with a desire to lose weight. Running is just about the best cardio exercise you can do to shift those...
Helen PhillipsSep 19, 20173 minI Can Do This! 6 Tricks for More Confident RunningIf you've just started out running or about to start, getting out of the front door can feel daunting. Our head plays mind games. ...
Helen PhillipsSep 16, 20175 minTaper Traumas - The Diary of an Apprehensive MarathonerSo far I've ran 8 marathons with 9 and 10 coming in quick succession in the next few weeks. It doesn't matter how many races you've ran...
Helen PhillipsSep 12, 20173 minRapid Results from Proper Run RecoveryI read lots of posts on runners forums and in Facebook groups from people asking about what to eat before and after training. Protein...
Helen PhillipsAug 29, 20174 min7 Strategies for New Runners SuccessIt was back in September 2012 when I finally got my act together and changed my life for good. After loading up the pounds and becoming...
Helen PhillipsAug 21, 20173 min5 Reasons Iron is Important for RunnersI’m often asked by my runner clients whether they should take a vitamin and mineral supplement. I don’t, as I prefer to get my nutrition...
Helen PhillipsAug 15, 20173 minHow to align your Diet with your Training ... Simple solutions to avoid those "Monday Munchies&If you’re using a plan to train for your next 10k, half or marathon, or whether you’re just exercising for fun, some days you’re hard at...
Helen PhillipsAug 8, 20172 minQuick Guide to Sports Drinks ... Do they Really Help Performance?What should I drink? Take a walk down supermarket aisles or on the shelves of your local sports store and they’re laden down with a vast...
Helen PhillipsAug 2, 20174 minWater, Water Everywhere ... so Why don't I drink?We all know that drinking water is important to our health and wellbeing, so why don't we satiate our thirst? If we're hungry, we have no...
Helen PhillipsJul 31, 20172 minEspresso Guide to Caffeine for RunningA double espresso before a race just might do the trick. Good news for the Starbucks generation! Many studies have showing a link...
Helen PhillipsJul 20, 20173 minThe Ultimate Guide to On the Run FuellingUsing Energy Gels to Power Your Runs Love 'em to loathe 'em Energy Gels are a proven and convenient product to fuel your long runs. Here...
Helen PhillipsJul 20, 20172 minWhy Can't I Lose Weight Running? 20 Tops Tips for Improved Body Composition.Lots of people start out their running journey with the desire to lose weight. However, it’s surprisingly difficult to lose weight just...
Helen PhillipsJul 12, 20174 minHelp! I've Put on Weight Marathon TrainingPutting on weight whilst training for a marathon is not as uncommon as you think! Marathon training puts a lot of stress and strain on...
Helen PhillipsJul 11, 20172 minLet's Try Low CarbI've been looking into energy pathways and nutrition to support marathon training. I'm a "carbs girl" and always make sure that I've...