Tips to Boost Your Running Performance

If you’ve been running for a while and feel ready to STEP it UP a notch, now’s the perfect time to refine your approach and push toward your next level! 

Whether your goal is to: 

Run faster..

Go Farther..

Or simply feel stronger & more confident on each run.. 

The secret lies in smart, structured, and intentional training.

 

Top coaching strategies to Elevate your running:

1. Train with purpose

Every run should have a GOAL & PURPOSE!

Some runs build endurance, others improve speed, and some simply help you recover. Random running leads to random results - but purposeful sessions build momentum.

2. Strengthen to run stronger

Strong muscles mean fewer injuries and better performance. Focus on your core, glutes, hamstrings, and calveS - these POWER your stride and stabilise every step.

Incorporate strength training to your programme and you’ll notice more power in your push-off and more control on your runs!

3. Perfect your form

Good form = efficiency.

Keep your posture tall, shoulders relaxed, and arms driving rhythmically by your sides.

Avoid over-striding - instead, aim for short, quick steps that land under your body. 

Try doing a “form check” every few minutes on your run: relax your face, engage your core, and keep your cadence steady.

4. Fuel and recover like an athlete

Running progress doesn’t just happen during training - it happens when you recover too. Prioritise sleep, hydration, and nutrition.

After every run, eat a mixture of carbs and protein within 30–60 minutes to replenish energy and aid muscle repair.

“Train hard, recover harder.”

5. Challenge your comfort zone

Progress lives just OUTSIDE your comfort zone.

That might mean adding hill sprints, joining a local run group, or entering your first race. The goal isn’t perfection..it’s progression.

Track your runs, celebrate the small wins, and stay patient. Consistency always WINS!

 6. Work with a plan that fits you

No two runners are the same - and your training shouldn’t be either.

A personalised plan considers your schedule, experience level, and goals... Whether you’re chasing a new PR or building endurance from 5K to 10K, a structured plan can take the guesswork out and keep you accountable.

If you’re ready to commit to your next phase of running, We would love to help you create a plan that works with your lifestyle..NOT against it.

REPLY to this email and tell us:

• What’s your main running goal right now?

• What’s holding you back?

From there, we can build a smart, sustainable roadmap to get you running stronger than ever.

You’ve already proven you can start - now it’s time to LEVEL UP!

Speak Soon,

Team EMA