What's happened too running?

I have always been a fan of running and unless there is a medical reason why you can't, then it should be part of your exercise regime.

While training a client this morning in Sydney's Centennial Park I noticed Michelle Bridges run past with Labour's opposition deputy leader, Julie Bishop and it got me thinking, why has it become less popular in recent years?

Rugby teams and/or players for that matter don't seem to go on road runs like they used to. Why has it fallen out of favour? On the Clint Eastwood produced movie, Invictus, it was interesting to see the Springbok side going for regular team runs and perhaps it was no coincidence they eventually won the World Cup.

There seems to be trend for high intensity type training, rigorous gym sessions, multi skilled training sessions etc to sharpen skills and build muscle but at what cost?

Good old fashion road running helps build stamina and endurance. It helps you focus and keeps your mind on the job. You have to pace yourself to make sure you finish strong and doing it with your team mates can help build morale also. Darren Lockyer is one player that still believes in it and it doesn't seem to have done him any harm. Just not sure why others don't follow his lead?