Running is a skill and Technique is everything

Why do we need to be taught how to run, would you try teaching yourself how to swim, surf, ski, play tennis or golf? Having coaching sessions for all of these sports and many more is essential to obtain the correct technique and skills needed in order to achieve a higher level of ability. This applies to everyone whatever standard you are from novice to elite in your chosen sport.

Running is no different and lessons are required to learn, perfect and master the technique that will enable you to become a skilled runner in a shorter period of time, with less likelihood of injuries, and without the frustration of the trial and error method.

To run skillfully we must begin by breaking the whole action (macro skill) into its smaller component parts (micro skills) and then learning to carry out these skills competently.

The more masterfully we can carry out the component skills, the more skillful a runner we shall be. The brain just needs to learn the simple patterns and apply them in the right order, at the right level of competency, and at the right time.

The process of learning will vary from person to person, so in order to succeed you have to have patience and perseverance. Whilst you will see and feel positive differences quickly, it is taking the time to learn and understand that will produce the positive long lasting effects.

When carrying out and learning new skills, you will be using and activating new groups of muscles, as well as loading other muscles differently. This process can often produce D.O.M.S (Delayed onset muscle soreness), so when we start learning to run it is important we concentrate on drills and strengthening exercises appropriate to the skill being learnt. We have to prepare the body to be 'Fit for purpose'. If you are not prepared then you may experience setbacks.

Services offered

Full Running Assessment
-90 mins £75

-video analysis of technique in current footwear

-kinematic (running shape) identification

-understanding the natural human walking and running biomechanics and how we are designed to move.

-running micro skills assessment and training using barefoot technique drills and exercises.

-personal progression plan

-video analysis and coaching of you new barefoot running technique.

-advice on Barefoot running and lifestyle shoes.

Skills and technique -gym based training session

-30mins £25

-60mins £40

Skills and technique -non gym based training session

-30mins £25

-60mins £40

Skill and technique -Group (maximum 5 persons session )

-60mins £50

One to One running session
- A personal session tailored to your current or future running goal, focusing on Posture, Rhythm, Relaxation

-45mins £30

-60mins £40

Information / Bookings

Bookings: Tel: Body-limits 01908 615045

Information : peterford@body-limits.co.uk