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Your 8-week half-marathon training plan
Is it possible to train for a half marathon in 8 weeks? We think so – and here’s a plan. What does it take to run a half marathon? 13.1 miles is no easy feat (which is why crossing the finish line is such a euphoric feeling!) Half marathon training builds your...
5 breakfast ideas to fuel your morning run
Try these simple pre-run breakfast recipes to boost your running energy Running in the morning can be one of the best times to do it. The air is fresh and cool, the streets are quiet, and your to-do list has yet to get the better of you! But morning runs leave one big...
9 Tips For Running In Hot Weather
Stay safe and get the most from your running Whether you’re racing, training, or simply enjoying the occasional run this summer, our 9 hot-weather rules will help you feel better (and run faster). #1 It’s OK To Scale Back You might like to run 5 times a week, but...
How To Start Half Marathon Training In Summer
Half marathon season is coming. Now's the time to start half marathon training. What should your first steps be? Pick A Race How long have you got to train for your half marathon? This will have a bearing on your training routine, frequency and mileage. Ideally,...
13 Running Tips For Your Next Half-Marathon
We’ve gathered 13 great tips for your next half-marathon race. Here's one for every mile (the final 0.1 mile will be a breeze!) Nutrition 1) Eat enough to fuel your training. Now is not a time to cut calories and be hungry. Fuel up with whole foods, protein, carbs,...
6 Home Treatments For Long-Run Recovery
Whether you’ve run a marathon or a long training run, here’s how to recover better - and faster! As Races are starting to open up, you need to know the best ways to recover from long runs. “Long” is a relative term. For some of us, it’s 26.2 miles under race...
How To Tackle Self Doubt
A Runner’s Guide To Tackling Self Doubt Don’t let negative emotion stop you training for your race. You can do this - now tell yourself that! You’ve entered your first half-marathon! You won’t get anything but positive encouragement here - we’re all in this together....
Hill Work For Half Marathon Training
The best half marathon training sessions you’re not doing – yet! How’s your half marathon training going? If you’re joining us at the Windsor Half Marathon in September – or doing any other Autumn half – you’ll have started training. Does your training plan include...
Long Runs And Hot Weather
What to expect and how to cope with 20*C+ running weather. As the temperature hits 20*C in the UK, it’s time to think about how hot weather affects your long runs (and what you should do about it). How does hot weather affect long run performance? How do you feel...
The Top 10 Hydrating Foods For Hot Days
Stay super hydrated with nature’s best foods for summer running It’s so important to stay hydrated, especially over these hot summer months. Drinking more water isn’t enough. Your body also needs minerals and electrolytes. Nature knows best, so stock up on these...
Build A Healthy Salad To Fuel Running Training
Here’s how to create the ideal salad to fuel training and boost recovery Heading towards Summer means a shift towards lighter healthier eating - and this can be a great way to fuel your running training. Do you know how to build a hearty salad that gives you the...
How To Dress For Summer Endurance Training
Summer weather is finally here – here’s how to run in style Warmer weather brings its own set of challenges to us runners. From sun protection to sweat and chaffing, Summer kit has a lot to contend with. Your Summer running wardrobe needs to protect your skin, shade...