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Jenny Hadfield

Jenny Hadfield is a fitness expert and running coach with a Master’s degree in Exercise Science and over 20 years of coaching experience working with runners one-on-one, in groups to reach finish lines, lose weight, and reduce stress. She has developed her own training system and countless training plans for a variety of events from learning to run, or tackling a 5K, to training for a marathon, triathlon, or ultra-marathon.

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8 types of runs that every runner should know about – and why they work

Running the same distance at the same pace each time? Mixing things up and executing these different workouts will help to crank up your performance

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What’s the difference between fartlek, tempo and interval runs?

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18 trail running tips for beginners

New to running trails? Here’s what you need to know before heading off the beaten path

09 September 2024

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How to improve your 5K time

Heres why you may be experiencing mid-season fatigue - and how to overcome it Adding these five

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The top 4 tapering mistakes runners make, and how to avoid them

Running coach Jenny Hadfield tells you how to combat taper fear and master the art of winding down for race day

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What's the difference between rest and active recovery?

These tips will ensure you stay happy and upright as you navigate tough terrain.

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Workouts to help you avoid going out too fast in races

Learn about risk factors, symptoms and what you should do if you suspect you have a clot.

31 January 2022

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7 ways to have a running breakthrough

Try one of these strategies to take your speed and strength to the next level.

17 December 2019

Learn about risk factors, symptoms and what you should do if you suspect you have a clot

How long should you be resting between intervals?

It’s not just the length of the effort that counts.

18 February 2019

Workout you can do from your living room

10 strength training moves you can do in your living room

You don't need a gym to injury-proof your running body.

09 January 2019

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We asked a coach: why do my legs get tired before I'm out of breath?

Want to improve your running fitness and overall health? Learn the right way to sprint.

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How should I train for my first Olympic-distance triathlon?

Even if you generally eat well, taking a closer look at your diet may lead to performance gains.

6 super-quick workouts for busy runners

Squeeze in a “better than nothing” run to avoid losing training momentum.

24 February 2017

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Why taking an off-season is important

A break from racing (and race-specific training) gives your body and mind a chance to recover.

11 November 2016

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How to let go of pace and run by feel

It’s easier said than done - especially for data nerds - but effort-based pacing ensures you’ll perform your best on the given day.

21 October 2016

9 steps to getting faster at sprinting

We will all experience it at some point, but what should we do.

21 October 2016

Learn about risk factors, symptoms and what you should do if you suspect you have a clot

How to train for a marathon on 3 days per week

Are you an experienced marathon runner prone to running injuries? Here's how to get faster on fewer miles.

19 October 2016

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3 things every new trail runner needs to know

These tips will ensure you stay happy (and upright) as you navigate tough terrain.

11 October 2016

5 training mistakes every runner makes

Want to improve your running fitness and overall health? Learn the right way to sprint.

26 September 2016

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How to return to running after a sprained ankle

The key is to ease in slowly, and only after you’ve recovered strength and range of motion.

3 simple ways to improve running efficiency

Want to run faster while using less energy? Here’s how to train your body to be a more efficient machine.

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4 reasons for training fatigue

Here's why you may be experiencing mid-season fatigue - and how to overcome it.

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3 ways to fit cycling into a running plan

Riding a bike is a great form of active recovery, but it can also help you become fitter and stronger.

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How to train for a flat race course

If you’re accustomed to ups and downs, you need to prepare your muscles for the repetitive stress of pancake-like terrain.

Learn about risk factors, symptoms and what you should do if you suspect you have a clot

How to progress from a half to a full marathon

The training isn’t all that different - it’s just longer and more time-consuming.

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How to correct overstriding

Short, quick steps are the most efficient way to run. Here's how to train your body to take them.

5 reasons 5K races benefit training for longer distance

Even if you generally eat well, taking a closer look at your diet may lead to performance gains.

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3 ways to improve your nutrition for better running

This training plan combines easier effort swimming and cycling workouts and runs of all intensities.

29 January 2016

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3 benefits of treadmill training

When it's unsafe or inconvenient to run outdoors, know that indoor workouts can prepare you for a race.

29 January 2016

12 ways to get out of a running rut

If you're feeling burnt out, change your routine.

19 December 2015

Runners and blood clots

The key is to ease in slowly, and only after you’ve recovered strength and range of motion.

20 October 2015

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How to handle running-related knee pain

The training isn’t all that different - it’s just longer and more time-consuming?

05 October 2015

Learn about risk factors, symptoms and what you should do if you suspect you have a clot

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