Back to school time is never easy for anyone trying to
juggle kids, a job and training for an event. But there are things you can do
to help you maximise your time. It’s true that we all have 24 hours in a day
and it’s what we do in those hours that counts.
One of the ways we can get training is by joining the 6 or 5
am club. This is no easy feat. Having done it myself while attending university
it is a struggle. But getting up early and getting your hill reps or training
runs in will benefit you in the long run. You’ll be back before the kids are up
and when it is time for race day you won’t be shocked to get up early as you’ve
been doing it all along.
Another way to help is by doing some lunchtime runs. Not
always easy if your workplace doesn’t have a shower facility. But, if it does,
it’s a great way to sneak in a 5k training run and not have to worry about the
kids. Alternatively, a post or pre-dinner run could suffice, but this only
helps if you have someone who can watch your kids while you’re out running.
Maximise your time. We all know as runners we should
strength train at least twice a week. So why not sneak some squats in while
brushing your teeth, or do some push ups in the kitchen while it’s cooking? Who
cares if it looks ridiculous at least you’re getting healthy!
Maybe, you could get your kids involved in the process. Let
them be your time keeper while running intervals up and down a field. Or put on
a post school boot camp for them and help them also live healthier lives.
It’s all about being more creative and thinking outside of
the box. Don’t let others judgement matter, so what if you’re doing HIIT
training on the village green! If you make exercise a priority in your life you
will not regret it. No one ever regret running a 10k or a marathon. And what’s
more important than living a longer, happier and healthier life? Nothing.
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rehabilitation, email sara@prestigesportinjury.co.uk
