A deep dive into the gradual transition from endurance-based to event-specific training Mid-March to end of May. Based on chapter 5 of his new book, Norman will help to guide you towards achieving peak form for major races by providing: Example training programmes and sessions to stimulate all energy systems. Explanations of the key differences …
The BMC is proud of the achievements of members past and present who have been selected for age group and senior championships. We see the U23 international championship as a great target for our members and an important stepping stone to full senior championships. Over the years the BMC Grand Prix Series has been …
Sunday 2nd March 10:00am – 4:15pm Chester-le-Street Athletics Track You and your coach are invited to join us for our next Endurance Day with former European 800 metre Champion, Lynsey Sharp and reigning UK Inter Counties Cross-Country Champion Calum Johnson, supported by Dr Rebecca Robinson, a specialist in Exercise Medicine and former GB international marathon …
Discover the ‘secrets’ caged by your ribs! Learn how improving thoracic mobility and function can unlock new levels of health and performance with world-renowned physio, Alison Rose (therapist for Keely Hodgkinson and previously Kelly Holmes, Jessica Ennis and the Brownlees). Focusing on improving your breathing, running mechanics and reducing lower limb injury, she will reveal …
Following on from our hugely popular and successful ‘Let’s Talk About Mental Health in Athletics’ webinar, we are running a short series of Instagram lives with coaches and practitioners that came forward wanting to contribute to our coverage of the topic. Big thanks to Tom Greaves (coach), Nicola Pickford (physio) and Dr. Rebecca Robinson who will …
Join former elite middle-distance athlete, strength and conditioning coach and PhD student Tim Egerton as he share with us his research into S&C for endurance runners. Focusing in on running economy and biomechanics, you will come away with practical exercises and science-backed tips for how to integrate this all-important element of training into your overall …
Are you in the early stages of your middle-distance coaching career, or are you an established coach or senior athlete, looking for new ideas for how to structure your training on an annual basis and be at a peak for a particular championship? If so, this is the book for you. An early chapter shows …
Learn about vulnerability factors that can impact mental health. Hear athletes share their stories of how they have overcome personal challenges, with sign-posting to support services. Sign-up here Studies show that the prevalence of anxiety and depression among current elite athletes ranges from 26% to 34%1 2 4 5. Injured athletes report higher levels compared to non-injured athletes3 5 10. …
Join us at Edgbaston Park Hotel for a day filled with insightful presentations and networking opportunities with fellow endurance enthusiasts. BOOK HERE Presenters and topics include: Thomas Dreissigacker (Coach to Revee Walcott Nolan and George Mills for OAC Europe): Differences between the training programmes of male and female distance runners Norman Poole (BMC President and …
The runner’s introduction to breathing retraining for enhanced lung function, improving performance and recovery. What if we knew how to run better, recover better, sleep better and feel better, through simple changes to our breathing habits? In this interactive workshop you will be guided through a breathing assessment, as well as given easy to implement …
