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10 min skipping home workout for runners – fantastic cardio & foot strength (Covid-19 lockdown)

10 min skipping home workout for runners – fantastic cardio & foot strength (Covid-19 lockdown)

by Claire Maxted | Apr 13, 2020 | Beginners, Covid-19k Challenge, Home workouts, Motivation, Training

Well this is the most frustrating film I ever made! This was my second attempt at this workout AND I forgot to start my watch both times, DOH! Hope you are better at skipping than me here. Skipping tips welcome. Rope too short? Weather too windy? Or just too much...
How to climb 100m up the stairs in your own home

How to climb 100m up the stairs in your own home

by Claire Maxted | Apr 6, 2020 | Advice, Beginners, Covid-19k Challenge, Health, Home workouts, Inspiration, Motivation, Training

This film will show you how to climb 100m up your stairs at home, and, perhaps more importantly, make you feel more motivated to do it and keep going! Follow me on Instagram @WildGingerRunning #StaySafe #StayActive #StaySane (scroll down for more home workouts)...
Best way to run or walk 5k in your home & garden (5 tips & motivation)

Best way to run or walk 5k in your home & garden (5 tips & motivation)

by Claire Maxted | Mar 30, 2020 | Advice, Beginners, Covid-19k Challenge, Health, Inspiration, Motivation, Training

With so many people across the world in lockdown situations and the possibility potentially looming for us here in the UK too, here are my top 5 tips for making your home runs as fun and worthwhile as possible, including inspiration from those in our Covid-19k...
PUB QUIZ 7pm tonight live on YouTube!

PUB QUIZ 7pm tonight live on YouTube!

by Claire Maxted | Mar 27, 2020 | Beginners, Covid-19k Challenge, Inspiration, Motivation, Trail Chat LIVE Q&As with athletes & experts

Join me tonight 7pm UK time for a trail & ultra running PUB QUIZ, live on my YouTube channel Wild Ginger Running. Watch at 7pm or later on the link below. Need motivation? Join the Covid-19k Challenge Facebook group or Strava Club to keep active and get support...
10 min CHAIR WORKOUT – stay happier & healthier at home (& easy relaxation at your desk!)

10 min CHAIR WORKOUT – stay happier & healthier at home (& easy relaxation at your desk!)

by Claire Maxted | Mar 25, 2020 | Advice, Beginners, Covid-19k Challenge, Exercises, Health, Inspiration, Motivation, Training

My friend at Stamford Striders running club, Suzanne Moon, works at our local newspaper the Stamford Mercury. She asked if I’d create a nice easy home workout for people who aren’t runners, as all my other workouts on this channel are quite energetic! They...
Home workout – 20 min leg strength & cardio for trail & ultra runners (works for walkers too!)

Home workout – 20 min leg strength & cardio for trail & ultra runners (works for walkers too!)

by Claire Maxted | Mar 23, 2020 | Advice, Beginners, Covid-19k Challenge, Health, Inspiration, Motivation, Training

Howdie! This is my first home workout film to help you stay fit, healthy and motivated during the coronavirus situation. You may not have a race to work towards right now, so this is an ideal time to work on cross-training and leg strength, while keeping your heart...
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