Health Advice

To keep energy levels high whilst running experts recommend that you get enough protein regardless of the fact that your doing weights or cross country! Your body will be under stress and to repair itself you will need plenty of protein - the recommended dose is 1.5g per kg of bodyweight. Additionally eating complex carbohydrates such as bread, pasta and rice help release energy into the bloodstream at a slower rate giving you sustained energy and reducing the temptation to snack on high calorie foods such as sweets and chocolate. Within 15mins of training a glucose energy replacement drink will help restock fuel and a glucose drink is ideal as it rapidly enters the bloodstream and be absorbed quickly accelerating recovery.

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Running is one of the most effective cardio-vascular exercises you can do to improve overall fitness. Start by buying a good pair off running shoes - this doesn’t necessarily mean the most expensive. Most god stores should be able to recommend running shoes for you and the correct type are needed to prevent injuries and for the correct type of running. Prices vary by brand but you should expect to pay about £40-£120. If you’re new to running you’ll find it extremely difficult to do 20mins continuously - start off by doing short bursts of jogging and walking. If you’re already using the treadmill and want to try outdoor running it’s recommended that start by short distances as environmental factors such as rain, wing and heat can change your body’s responses to running. Also the ground will play a big role - grass will have less impact on your knees then concrete.

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