Is One-on-One Coaching only for Elite / Pro Athletes?
Do you feel like you want one-on-one coaching but you're not "elite" or fast enough? It's a question we get asked often here at Coach Parry - "Will I benefit from one-on-one coaching even though I'm n...
18 Apr 201814min
Is there a correct way to breathe when running?
Following on from last week's episode about side stitches; today's episode of Run with Coach Parry is all about breathing while running. Is there a correct or incorrect way to breathe while running? ...
2 Apr 20186min
The dreaded side stitch. What causes it and how to get rid of it
Many runners have experienced the pain of a side stitch (whether in the ribs or abdomen) or a stitch under the collar bone. Does this pain come from breathing incorrectly or eating/drinking too much b...
26 Mars 20185min
How to run faster... by slowing down
Learning to run slower to run faster... While it sounds contradictory, one of the biggest mistakes recreational runners make is running their easy runs too hard. Following on from two of our previous...
22 Mars 201812min
Tapering for Two Oceans? How to get ultra marathon tapering spot on
Are you racing the Two Oceans Marathon and wondering what is the best way to taper for the grueling 56kms that lie ahead in 2 weeks time? If Comrades Marathon is your main goal, do you even need to ta...
19 Mars 20184min
How to stay motivated to train on your own
Running alone when training for any race is tough. Coach Parry provides some insights into what you can do to keep motivated if you do not have a running club / group to train with and most of your tr...
15 Mars 20185min
How to get the most out of your running shoes
Coach Parry shares some tips on how to care for your running shoes to ensure you get the most mileage out of them. What is the best way to clean and dry your shoes and other general care ideas. Also, ...
12 Mars 20187min
Chafing and how to deal with it
Chafing ("friction burn") is one of the most common problems runners face. And every runner has heard sage advice and remedies from other runners on how best to avoid this. From vaseline and ointments...
8 Mars 20187min
