Swimming provides significant benefits for runners, especially during injury recovery. It’s a low-impact cross-training method that enhances aerobic capacity, builds strength, and improves breathing control. By engaging different muscle groups swimming maintains fitness while promoting mental well-being, Specific CO2 tolerance training in the pool can improve running performance as well.
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Braveheart Hill
Famous for starring in the movie Braveheart as the place where William Wallace fought the bloody Battle of Stirling, this hill offers the perfect setting for some fun hill repeats.
Mourne Wall Challenge
The only thing of importance: putting one foot in front of the other. Focus on the next step. Fully present in the here and now. Autumn 2020: This was on the bucket list for a while. Delayed for a variety of reasons, but finally here: I’m standing right beside the Mourne Wall in a bidContinue reading “Mourne Wall Challenge”
Ballydonnell Brook
This is an easy, non-technical climb on what is to the most part a relatively smooth fireroad. The average gradient and elevation gain is nothing to shout about, but make no mistake: the profile looks easier than it is.
Uphill Runner 