
Will having the flu impact on my running performance? Ask Coach Parry 9
Today’s question comes from Lennard Van Wyk:Hey Lindsey, just would like to ask your opinion about my training: I am currently running 6 days a week. I average about 70-80kms per week. I take all runs...
27 Mars 20144min

What is compartment syndrome and can I run with it? Ask Coach Parry 8
Today’s question comes from Terence Van Ginkel:Hi Lindsey, I have been training for my first comrades with your finisher program. I have been having problems with my right outside calf and went to see...
26 Mars 20146min

What workout can you replace a hill repeat session with?
Today’s question comes from Tracey Muller:Hi Lindsey, thank you for the informative (albeit terrifying!) talk in East London. I have a quick query….as you mentioned all of our runs here are pretty hil...
25 Mars 20143min

How do you figure out what is the right running shoe for you?
Today’s question comes from Jeanne-Marie GrobelarWith so many brands and styles of running shoes available, how on earth do you know which one is the right one for you? If you would like to read the t...
24 Mars 20144min

Is the Gradient and Pace of My Hill Repeats Too Steep and Too Fast?
Today’s question comes from Carla Sieberhagen:Hi Lindsay, for the hill repeats I am running a hill that covers 350m up the hill in 2 minutes. The elevation gain is about 20m. So this would be a grade ...
21 Mars 20144min

Is It Possible to Run Two Ultra-Marathons Close Together?
Today’s question comes from Conrad Watt:Hi Coach! Following the silver training program! Is it possible to run a slowish Loskop and the Two Oceans afterwards for the long run! If so, how would the tra...
20 Mars 20141min

Which days of the week should I do my strength/gym sessions? Ask Coach Parry 3
Today’s question comes from Simon Ward:Hi Lindsey, I’m following your Comrades Marathon bronze medal program and I was wondering which days to fit in the strength/gym sessions?If you have a question y...
19 Mars 20141min

How to predicted your Comrades Marathon finish time
Today’s question comes from Charlie Hew:I am worried regarding my Comrades Marathon finish time. Is there a formula that can be used with some accuracy to predict finish time? Also , what do you feel ...
18 Mars 20142min



















