Hi, I'm Chris, Lliswerry Runner's club coach.

I am qualified through UK Athletics to Club Coach Level 2.


We have UK Athletics Qualified Coaches who are on hand to help:
Toby, Yvonne, Nadia, Michelle, Lynne, Julia, Ron & Howard.

Every Wednesday at 6:30pm we run a special sessions for everyone to take part.

No matter how fast or slow, we all train together & no one gets left behind.



If you've got the enthusiasm...I've got the session!

Tips & Hints For New Starters


If you are anything like me when I started running, you will feel like

...you are really slow

...everyone is looking at you

...you're not sure how fast to go

...that you've got the wrong kit

...you have the wrong shoes



Don't worry!

Here's some helpful advice to get you going:


1. Buy some decent running shoes - try lots of different pairs, walk up & down in the shop, take your time chosing

2. Run with a friend or join a club...it's much easier

3. Set yourself a target. Even better if it is a race (e.g. Race for Life. Cardiff 10k) - this will give you the motivation to keep going

4. Before you go out running do some gentle leg stretches, particularly the backs of your legs

5. When you begin running, start off at a very easy pace. If you are getting out of breath you are probably trying to run too quickly. Slow down or try walking a few steps in between short runs (alternate 5 minutes run, 5 minutes walk..)

6. Have a gentle stretch when you finish

7. Choose a favourite route, try to avoid crosing roads & time yourself. Record the times

8. Now you're on your way. You will be amazed how quickly you can improve 


...and remember.

We're always happy to help.

Come down to see us!

Happy running!

Chris

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