THE RUNNING CHALLENGE

CALLING ALL RUNNERS, GET READY TO MOVE!

Find strength, mobility and alignment.

Running has many benefits for the body and mind. Like moving meditation, running can help to clear your mind, improve your mood, concentration and sleep. Running promotes circulation and blood flow through your body, builds strength in your muscles, joints and bones and increases your aerobic fitness and lung capacity.

Despite the benefits of running, high impact, repetitive force on our ankles, knees and hip joints can cause wear and tear on the body. The incorrect recruitment, or over recruitment of muscles leads to strains, sprains and imbalances. To run well is to run efficiently. This means, your muscles and joints are strong, mobile and aligned. This is where we integrate Fluidform. 

The slow, consistent movements we practise in Fluidform target our deeper muscle groups, responsible for supporting our body and joints in high impact movements. Strengthening these muscles and our slow-twitch muscle fibres builds endurance, to ensure they continue to fire long into your run. When tightness develops from running, Fluidform helps to release tension, create length and restore mobility.

Whether you are setting out to begin your running journey, wanting to build strength to evolve your running performance or suffering from injuries and imbalances as a runner – Fluidform is designed to help you.

HOW DO I JOIN?

Now you know what to expect from this challenge, are you ready to advance your running technique, correct imbalances and run efficiently? 

The Running Challenge is available to all Fluidform members. Sign up to Fluidform today to receive your FREE equipment pack shipped WORLDWIDE.

The Running Challenge will go live on your Dashboard on May 22nd.

HOW DO I PURCHASE?

Not a Fluidform member? The Running Challenge is now available to purchase. Access 13 signature Fluidform workouts and a complete 21-day running program, plus unlimited access to Fluidform Nutrition.

What’s included?

• A 21-day program of daily workouts and running guides
• 13 signature Fluidform workouts
• Distance, sprint and hill run guides
• Stretch & recovery
• Unlimited access to Fluidform Nutrition (includes over 200 workouts and seasonal meal plans)
• 3-months access to the Challenge on your Fluidform Dashboard. *Purchased challenge will expire after three months.

What is required?

• To access and join the challenge, you will need a mat or towel and small space at home, at the gym or outside to move. All workouts are designed to do safely from home, or anywhere in the world. Move through the challenge at your own pace. Results come through repetition. I recommend repeating each workout up to 3 times to perfect your form and technique.
• The Running Challenge uses the Fluidform equipment pack, ankle weights and a barre. You can use your kitchen bench, the back of a chair, lounge, pack bench or pram for your barre. The Fluidform equipment pack and ankle weights are available to purchase via the shop.

WHAT DOES THIS CHALLENGE INVOLVE?

The Running Challenge is a 21-day program of daily workouts, distance, sprint and hill runs designed to strengthen your legs from your feet to your hips, realign and release your hips and strengthen your glutes.

Over the course of this challenge, you will improve your balance and coordination to run efficiently, increase your speed and longevity. This challenge will combine workouts with running challenges to gradually evolve your stamina and running ability.

Whether you are new to running or an experienced runner, this challenge will test your strength, stability and running ability in a new way. Overall, you will feel stronger and fitter to move with confidence.

WHAT WILL I RECEIVE?

• 21-day workout and running calendar. This challenge is suitable for Beginners to Advanced.
• Ongoing support and guidance from our team of qualified senior instructors.
• Access to our global community in our private Facebook group.

PLUS as a Fluidform member you will receive a FREE equipment pack upon sign up to kickstart your movement journey and create the ultimate in-studio experience, at home. 

WHAT ELSE IS INCLUDED IN MY MEMBERSHIP?

• Access to over 250 workouts, challenges, recipes and meal plans 
• A Personalised Program based on your individual needs and goals.
• Recommended workouts and challenges targeting you and your body. 
• Support from our team of qualified senior instructors. 
• Access to our specialised Pre & Postnatal program. Designed by Kirsten to provide safe, supportive and effective movement from conception through to your postpartum recovery. 
• Access to our recipe database, with balanced and nourishing meal plans to support your movement journey. 

HOW DO I PREPARE FOR THIS CHALLENGE?

Sign up to Fluidform to gain access to the challenge.

Start by creating a routine. Set aside time each day to move your body. This is your own time to reset, connect your body and mind and feel amazing.

Ensure you have correct running shoes. Speak to a running shoe specialist and find the style and fit that works for you. This is very important to avoid the risk of injuries.

Create a space to move. Whether this is in your bedroom, the lounge room or outside, find a space you feel most comfortable. Roll out your mat and start moving. 

TOP TIPS FOR RUNNERS:

1. Warm up before every run. Start with a morning stretch or quick cardio warm-up to fire up your muscles and activate your joints. 
2. Build up your distance slowly – do not start your running journey with a 10km run! Your muscles need time to adjust and adapt to the movements. 
3. Make Fluidform part of your regular movement – to build strength, mobility and alignment to enhance your running performance and reduce the risk of injury!

WHAT EQUIPMENT DO I NEED?

For this challenge, you will need:

• Fluidform equipment pack (contains a small Pilates ball, set of resistance bands and pair of discs)
• Ankle Weights
• Barre – you can use the back of your chair, sofa, windowsill etc.

Your Fluidform equipment pack is shipped FREE to all members upon signing up. We believe these pieces of equipment are fundamental to getting the most out of your Fluidform experience and evolving your practice. 

Additional equipment is available to shop on our website. Take your Fluidform experience to the next level and complete your at home studio. 

GET READY

Make sure you are signed up to our newsletter to receive helpful tips and information to guide you through every step of the challenge. 

Follow us on @fluidformpilates and join our closed Facebook Group for updates and insights into the challenge. The Facebook Group provides overwhelming support from our global community of members. You will feel guided, motivated and inspired every day. 

Have a question about the challenge? Get in touch!Email us on ffah@fluidform.com.au