Of key importance is footplant– are you a pronator, supinator or neutral runner? With a few questions, a good look at your legs and feet, checking the wear on any current shoes you have we will establish which category you are. Following discussion on the amount and typeofrunning you are doing, or plan to do, we can then offer a selectionof shoes that will provide the correct cushioning and stability. Once you have tried them and we have watched you run in them (don’t worry – not miles!) you can be assured your chosen pair will be the best fit possible. Don’t forget they will break down as you pound out the miles so you will need to replace them at some time!! See Products
Hydration is of prime importance, and not just water but the balance of electrolytes too. Couple this with carbohydrate, the easiest source of energy for the body to use, which is also required to keep you going. We stock a variety of energy bars, gels and drinks for before, during and after your runs. These will help build and maintain your energy levels for all that hard work and ease the recovery in readiness for the next session or race. Choice is often personal as to what suits your palate and digestion and it is well worth trying them in training to find what suits you best before using it in an event. See Products
A wide range of quality clothing, manufactured using the latest technical fabrics and technology is available to suit all the conditions our British weather can throw at you. We can advise on the benefits of each type of base, mid and outer layer clothing so running comfort is optimised and you never have the excuse you haven’t anything to wear! See Products
Socks, hats, gloves, watches, heart rate monitors, speed distance monitors, running rucksacks / bum bags, water carriers, sunglasses plus other gadgets and goodies are all available to bolster up the basic kit. See Products
In order to get the best from your body and keep it functioning smoothly, no-one can ignore the importance of posture, flexibility, strength, stretching, warming up, injury rehabilitation (or better still injury prevention) etc. Whilst we can offer good advice we appreciate that these areas are specialist fields in their own right so we also work closely in conjunction with qualified and experienced local physiotherapists, personal trainers, sports rehabilitation and massage therapists and nutritionalists in order to give you access to expert advice and treatment.