Category Archives: Track

Time to get off the couch and RunWalk!

2018 Vancouver Sun Run InTrainingWeek 1 Training Tips with Olympic Medalist RunWalk Coach Lynn Kanuka “It all starts with a voice inside…” I have no idea some 40 years ago what possessed me to head out for a run along … Continue reading

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Tips for Walk-Run Program Success

Coach Lynn’s Basic Tips for Success with your Walk-Run Program: Be honest about your current fitness level. Choose the right program for yourself. Be patient. Most people tend to do too much too fast too soon –Remember you should always … Continue reading

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Put that fork down and Get Moving!

It’s early morning. I’ve had my cuppa java. I head out for a run: The perfect start to what I know will be a great day. My days as a serious athlete are long past, but I’ll always be a … Continue reading

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Tackle those Hills in your Neighbourhood!

“Hills are speedwork in disguise.” – Frank Shorter, Olympic Marathon Gold Medalist 1972 If you are one to avoid hills, now is the time to decide to tackle them!   Hills are excellent for strength, fitness, improved efficiency and injury prevention, … Continue reading

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Motivation from a spunky 92 year old lady

Motivation can be difficult sometimes.  I thought I’d tell you about an incredible lady I was privileged to meet at a recent re-opening of the BC Sports Hall of Fame, tucked inside BC Place Stadium:  Ms. Barbara Howard.  She was … Continue reading

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Join me for a Webinar on Sun Run InTraining!

I stood on the Starting Line of the inaugural Vancouver Sun Run as an elite athlete some 28 years ago, and have been involved with helping people prepare for this 10K event for 17 years.  The Sun Run InTraining program … Continue reading

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Coaching Motivation – sharing with the Greats

It’s been an incredibly motivating weekend at the 2011 Canadian National Endurance Conference, sharing knowledge and listening to presenters on various aspects of training, coaching and race prep.  There are many ways to success, and it helps to hear specifics … Continue reading

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