Training

There are currently FOUR ways you can be inspired to run, with RA Dance Fitness. The first two are both completely FREE. Yes, that’s right FREE! For those who want lots of good running articles to read you can click over to the RA Fitness Blog (or click this link). Over there you’ll find years worth of written running content as Rhiannon shared her own journey of learning to run. You may find an article about the benefits of running up hills, what zwift is for runners, or a review of a week of training. What ever you find you can be sure to find something to help you with your own training.

However not everyone loves to read a blog post or review, so very slowly we’re adding to our free content by creating helpful YouTube videos to help runners and their training. Watch along as Rhiannon does a speed workout, runs around Bristol Habourside, or shares with you tips for new runners. Subscribe to the YouTube channel and you’ll be updated when new videos are added to the channel. Also feel free to suggest video topics and ideas!

Thirdly you can get involved by buying one of our run training plans. These offer you structured sessions throughout your week, that will help you achieve your goal. Created by a Personal Trainer and Run Leader these plans focus on what’s important during your training. Building up from one level to the next slowly is the key to reducing injury, which is why learning from a trainer is superior to any free online plan, as they cannot be verified. With our plans, they will be hard work, but they will get you to your goal, whether that’s completing your first 5km, or beating a PB. All plans are £7.50, and can be viewed below. They’re downloadable, so just pop them on a laptop, phone, or tablet and take them anywhere.

Step In – Beginners Guide to Running 5km in 8 Weeks

Do you want to do a 5km run? Do you want to improve your endurance and fitness? Have you already entered a race, but don't have much time to train? This guide could be for you then. Build up to the 5km by only committing to 3 runs a week. This plan will gradually increase your distance using the run/walk method as well as challenging you to distance based runs. Grab a friend or do it solo it's up to you, but get out there and have fun with it. With each purchase you'll receive a download of the digital PDF file. Which includes 9 pages to help you complete your journey, comprised of a four page detailed run plan, and a single page print out version of the 8 week plan.

£7.50

Step It Up – Intermediate Guide – 5km to 10km Running Plan In 8 Weeks

Have you mastered the 5km run? Do you want to improve your endurance and complete a 10km? Have you already entered a race, but don't have much time to train? This guide could be for you then. Build up to the 10km by only committing to 2/3 runs a week. This plan will push you, adding distance to your runs from the very beginning. Great for anyone with not much time to spare, those who want improvements fast, or those who have previously done a 10km distance but haven't run that far recently. With each purchase you'll receive a download of the digital PDF file. Which includes 7 pages to help you complete your journey, comprised of a two page detailed run plan, and a single page print out version of the 8 week plan.

£7.50

Spring Forwards – Intermediate 10km PB Running Plan in 8 Weeks

Do you want to improve your 10km time? Have you just got up the the 10km distance and now want to improve before moving on? Do you want to beat your mates at the next race? This guide could be the one for you then. Every week there's four scheduled workouts, most of which are runs but may also be additional cross-training you could do to improve your overall fitness levels. This plan works in two four week chunks, giving you a little rest week in the fourth week, and a slight taper before you try to beat your last 10km time. There's a big variety of workouts during this plan, all of which are fully described for you, so you don't need to be an expert to start this plan. With each purchase you'll receive a download of the digital PDF file. Which includes 9 pages to help you complete your journey, comprised of a four page detailed run plan, and a single page print out version of the 8 week plan.

£7.50

If that isn’t enough for you, RA Dance Fitness is also offering bespoke online run training. These can be booked for 4 weeks at a time and include;

  • Initial goal setting
  • A tailor-made run plan
  • A weekly check in with your coach
  • Plan reassessment (if needed)
  • One weekly strength at-home work-out plan (optional)
  • Personalised advise with kit and injury prevention
  • End of plan review and goal assessment

By investing in bespoke training you’ll also have an increased sense of accountability, knowing that you’re trainer will be checking in on you, and greater knowledge about what works for you and what doesn’t.

To sign up for Online Run Training get in contact with us (via email or the contact form: radancefitness@gmail.com) and set up your first consultation. Running can be a lonely sport, but having a trainer with you, either virtually or physically can be a real aid.