Holistic Running Workshop

This is a unique opportunity for all runners who would like to learn how to make running easier and more enjoyable in a very short space of time. The idea of this holistic running workshop is to provide people with the tools to make sure that their body and all of its' parts are working at their most efficient. Our holistic approach to running substantially lessens the effects of running on your body so making it an enjoyable way to get fit and stay healthy. The techniques which we teach are all designed to help you stay injury free and allow you to enjoy the training process.

For the next dates of our Running Workshop please see our Notice Board

Holistic Running for the Dublin Marathon

If running in the Dublin Marathon then this holistic running system will fit into any training schedule and help you stay injury free while improving your running and recovery times greatly. A great opportunity to learn and put into practice a professional training system. Highly beneficial for all movement based sport.

It will also greatly improve your ability to arrive at any start line full of energy and confidence. The Holistic Running Workshop duration is three hours and the topics that we cover are:

Workshops are restricted to 10 participants for better instruction. Our Holistic Running Workshops are ongoing so check out our Notice Board for details of the next course.

Top Tips for Healthy Workouts

Always use sun block on face / arms / legs and wear a hat on sunny days.

Put one x 30c Arnica remedy in your water bottle and drink during workout. This will improve stamina and help to heal bruising immediately.

Take a good quality pre/post workout shake to help muscle recovery. This will remove soreness and allow you to train harder.

Use your shower in a hot / cold sequence of two minute hot / one minute cold. This helps blood flow. Finish with the cold water.

Keep acid levels in your body to a minimum. Take Forever Freedom. This will decrease joint inflammation and improve mobility.

Drink correct water amounts each day. A slight thirst indicates reduction of up to
20% of your efficient energy output and concentration.

Calculate your body weight in pounds

e.g. 10 stone = 140 lbs
Divide 140 lbs by 2 = 70
This means you need 70 fluid oz water
There is 20 fl oz in a pint
So 10stone = 31/2 pints of water

Drink nettle tea instead of tea/coffee during the day.

Head injuries: take Arnica 30c Ruta to heal ligaments.
Lower Back Pain: take Rhus Tox 30c 1 before rest as required.
Tendon / Ligament injuries take: Arnica immediately then Z Hypericum for pain.

Top Tips for Successful Running

RUNNING SHOES

(Running shoes = 500 miles) Invest in a good pair of running shoes, otherwise you'll spend just as much if not more on treatment of an injury caused by unsuitable shoes.

CLOTHING

It’s important to wear weather appropriate clothing when running. On neutral or hot days, less and loose clothing allows for heat dispersal from your body. On cold days, layers that give insulation are good. The layer closest to the body should be made of fabric that allows sweat to evaporate away from the body. On warm and humid days don’t be afraid to cut back distance or speed, and drink lots of water to prevent dehydration.

INJURY PREVENTION

Always follow a set training schedule and document distance / times as you go. Gradual progression is advised, but always listen to your body. If you need to pull back or repeat a week, that’s okay too.

RUN TO SUCCEED

Set a realistic goal and you will not be disappointed. For novices, if this is your first 5K, 10K, half marathon or full marathon, your goal is to finish the run feeling good. To finish the run equals success.

ADOPT A TRAINING PROGRAMME

Adopt a four day a week training programme to include two short runs, one medium run and one long run. It’s advisable to place a regeneration day before your long run, so you’re well rested, and another after to let your body prepare for next running sessions.

RUNNING POSTURE

Drop your arms at your elbow so they swing no higher than 45 degrees. This running posture will relax your shoulders and neck and in turn will help conserve energy. Overall body movements while running should be fluid and controlled.

NUTRITION

Following a good nutritional plan involves monitoring your intake, correct foods, portion size and eating at the optimum time around your training schedule.

TAPER OFF

Mileage should gradually increase each week until the all important taper off two weeks before the big run so you will be at your strongest on the race day.

NOTE: RUN FOR ONE OF OUR ASSOCIATED CHARITIES AND RECEIVE A €10 DISCOUNT OFF ANY OF OUR ONGOING HOLISTIC RUNNING WORKSHOPS AT THE health plex.

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