Blackmores Run- Ask a Trainer

Welcome to your training hub for the Blackmores Sydney Running Festival 🏃‍♀️ Here you'll find everything you need to get race ready.

Our running coach and Runlab founder Vlad Shatrov, gives his best tips here on strength training for runners, guides on how to complete your long runs, getting your tempo runs just right and explains the all-important process of tapering for race day.

And we know, runners can get injured. Get expert advice from Brad McIntosh and his team at Sydney Phyiso Solutions to keep injuries at bay, manage muscle cramps and even choose the right running shoes.

 

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3 things you need to know about running

We sort the running fact from fiction with elite runner Vlad Shatrov.

Why runners need to do strength work
Why runners need to do strength work

Not usually top of mind, Vlad Shatrov outlines just why strength work is essential for runners.

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Training series- long runs

The lowdown on long runs to boost your endurance.

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How to run a time trial

How time trials can improve your running.

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How to run drills

3 ‘go-to’ drills to maximise your running performance.

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How to be a faster runner

Your how to guide on speed sessions to up your pace and become a faster runner.

How to taper for your race
How to taper for your race

Why we need to taper as we get ready for race day and how to make the most of it.

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Ask a Physio

How do you prevent running injuries or get on top a "niggle" fast? Ask our expert Physiotherapists.

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How to choose the right running shoes

Are your shoes looking a little worn and in need of a replacement? Get our top tips for your best fit.

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Is running bad for your joints

Brad McIntosh from Sydney Physio Solutions gives us 5 things to consider when it comes to running and joint health.

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How to stop muscle cramps when you're running

Hey runners, have you experienced the pain and inconvenience of cramping when you run? Here's why we get them and 4 tips to stop them in their tracks.

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Should you exercise with pain?

Is exercising with pain ever okay, or is the old adage ‘no pain, no gain’ blurring the line between what’s good for you and what’s harmful when it comes to working out. Physiotherapist Brad McIntosh explains when to push and when to hold back.

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Runner's knee

Physiotherapist Brad McIntosh discusses what causes runner’s knee and how to prevent and treat this common cause of knee pain.

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How to avoid common running injuries

Your running shoes and how you train have a lot do with remaining injury free. Physiotherapist Brad McIntosh tells us what to look out for and gives us his top tips on how to avoid common running injuries.

4 stretches every runner should know
4 stretches every runner should know

Recover well and reduce muscle soreness with these must-do stretches for after your run. As recommended by Sydney Physio Solutions.

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5 running tips to avoid knee pain

Love running but dread knee pain? Here are 5 easy hacks to keep pain at bay and prevent injury.

Do you really need a rest day?
Do you really need a rest day?

Find out if you really need a day off, or if you can train through 7 days a week.

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Stretching for runners

It’s a commonly held belief that stretching prior to exercise helps prevent injury. Many runners however, aren’t sure just how to choose the best stretches for optimal results.

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