James Cruickshank PhysioRun

James Cruickshank PhysioRun “Guiding you from physio couch to 5km and beyond, using resources created by runners for runners,

02/02/2026

Yellow weather warning Tuesday + Wednesday ❄️ Here’s the condensed snow-run checklist:

1) Surface check (first 2–3 mins):
• Crunchy fresh snow ✅
• Shiny/clear patches = ice ❌ → switch to run/walk or bail.

2) Shoes:
• Trail shoes > road shoes.
• If it’s proper ice: microspikes/traction aids (best on consistently snowy routes, not mixed tarmac).

3) Technique:
• Shorter stride, quicker cadence.
• Land under hips, soft knees.
• Slow before corners; walk sketchy downhills.

4) Session choice:
• Easy only (RPE 3–4/10) or run/walk (4:1).
• Avoid intervals/fast hills in slippery conditions.

5) Route:
• Gritted/familiar, loops near home.
• Watch bridges, shaded bits, polished pavements.

6) Kit + safety:
• Layers + windproof + gloves/hat.
• Hi-vis/head torch for visibility.
• Phone + tell someone route.



First race in a while ✅ and what a way to blow the cobwebs out… Lumphanan Detox 10K.If you’ve never done a “detox” that ...
01/02/2026

First race in a while ✅ and what a way to blow the cobwebs out… Lumphanan Detox 10K.

If you’ve never done a “detox” that involves ankle-deep puddles, soggy socks, and a steady opening drag… you’re missing out 😂🌧️

Honestly though — so many friendly faces, so many wee smiles (and shared grimaces), and that proper race-day buzz you only get when you’re back on a start line.

Huge thank you to the volunteers + marshals who stood out in the cold/wet so the rest of us could have a cracking morning. Thank you to every runner who kept it honest, and to the crowd for the shouts — those random “GO ON!” moments genuinely carry you when the legs start negotiating.

If you were there, tag yourself so I can relive it 👇
Tag/Location: Lumphanan Detox 10k



31/01/2026

Your body is your lifelong home.

Not the “summer body” you rent for a week.
Not the “before photo” you punish into an after.
Not a machine you only notice when it breaks.

It’s the place you wake up in.
The place you carry stress in.
The place your memories live.
The place that holds you through grief, joy, exhaustion, laughter, long runs, and quiet wins no one sees.

So if you needed a reminder today—here it is:

Care isn’t vanity. It’s respect.
Rest isn’t weakness. It’s repair.
Strength isn’t punishment. It’s protection.
Movement isn’t a chore. It’s a thank-you.

Treat your body like you plan to live in it for a long time… because you do. 🤍

If you’re in a season where things feel creaky, sore, or heavy—start small:
a walk, a stretch, a glass of water, an earlier night, one strength session, one kinder thought.

Tiny acts of care add up. And your “home” will feel it.

Personal trainers are the shortcut most people don’t realise they need.Not because you can’t train without one…But becau...
25/01/2026

Personal trainers are the shortcut most people don’t realise they need.

Not because you can’t train without one…
But because a great PT turns “trying” into “progress”.

A good personal trainer doesn’t just count reps. They do the stuff that actually changes outcomes:

1) They build a plan that fits your real life.
Not the fantasy week where you sleep 9 hours, eat perfectly, and never get stressed.

2) They save you from random workouts.
Consistency beats chaos. A PT gives your training direction, progression, and purpose.

3) They coach the movement, not just the muscle.
Technique, positions, control, breathing, intent. That’s what keeps you training long-term.

4) They keep you accountable without making you feel rubbish.
You show up because it’s supported, not shamed. That matters.

5) They’re your confidence builder.
For a lot of people the real barrier isn’t fitness… it’s fear. Fear of doing it wrong. Fear of looking silly. Fear of getting hurt. A PT helps you feel safe enough to push.

And here’s the big one:

A brilliant PT doesn’t make you dependent.
They make you capable.

Tag a PT who’s helped you level up.
Or share this with someone who’s been saying “I’ll start next week” for the last 6 months.

Your gym isn’t just equipment.It’s an environment. And environment is everything.Same programme… two different gyms… com...
25/01/2026

Your gym isn’t just equipment.
It’s an environment. And environment is everything.

Same programme… two different gyms… completely different outcomes.

Because the right gym gives you more than dumbbells and treadmills:

1) It lowers the friction.
You walk in and you know what to do. The layout makes sense. The space feels usable. You don’t waste energy feeling awkward.

2) It sets the standard.
When the room is full of people training with intent (not ego), you naturally lift your game. Effort becomes normal.

3) It makes consistency easier.
Good vibes, good lighting, clean kit, decent music, friendly faces. It sounds small, but it’s the difference between “I should go” and “I’ll go”.

4) It makes you feel safe to start.
The best gyms aren’t intimidating. They’re welcoming. Because beginners need belonging more than they need “beast mode”.

5) It shapes your identity.
You become what your environment reinforces. A gym that celebrates progress, patience, and smart training builds stronger humans — inside and out.

So if your gym feels like a place you have to survive… that’s a sign.
If it feels like a place you can grow… that’s gold.

Tag a gym that gets the environment right.
Or share this with someone who needs a space that actually supports them.

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