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How To Go From 5K To Half-Marathon
If you can run 3 miles, you can run 123 - yes, really! What do you think when someone says “half marathon”? Too long? A bit scary? Out of your league? We don’t think so - here’s why we think the half marathon is the perfect distance, even for relative newbies to...
HOW TO COPE WITH HAYFEVER & RUNNING
Don’t let hayfever ruin your running training! Hayfever has come early this year thanks to that unseasonably warm patch of weather. Great news for some, but not if you have hay fever. Here’s how to cope with hay fever and outdoor running. What exactly is hay fever?...
Perfect Pacing For A Half Marathon
Take control of the pace at your next half marathon There’s more to running a half marathon than just getting from A-B. If you want to run a fast half (or even get a PB!), you need to think about each section in between: the miles (or kilometers), the minutes, and the...
Why Running is Benefitting Your Mind as Well as Your Body
We all know that running is good for our body, and after the past few years of lockdowns, home gym sessions and the ‘new normal’ setting in, we’re more aware than ever of the fact that exercise is good for our mental health too. We dug deep into the benefits of...
What is The Theory Behind Low Heart-Rate Running?
The urge to make every run feel like ‘hard work’ is adopted by a lot of runners. You may already know that, in order to be faster and fitter, 80% of your running should actually be easy. But most runners, equipped with this knowledge, still don’t train easy enough....
7 Rules For Your First Half Marathon
7 Rules For Your First Half Marathon These golden rules will make half marathon training easier: Ready to take on your first half marathon? We love this distance - especially the Windsor Half Marathon! Set yourself a new goal - make this the year you complete 13.1!...
Stop Making These 5 Hydration Mistakes
Feel better and run faster by taking hydration seriously Getting your hydration levels wrong can have a serious impact on your running - and recovery. It’s not just about how fast you run. Being dehydrated can affect your digestion, your heart, and even your brain....
Your Windsor Half Marathon Training Plan
Joining us at the Windsor Half Marathon? Training starts here Exciting times, you’ve signed up to the Windsor Half Marathon on Sunday September 25th. Now the training begins. Confused about how to train for your first half marathon? Want to be sure you cover all the...
The Perfect Run Form
You only have to head to your local park to see that everyone runs differently. Turn on the TV and watch the elites race the London Marathon and you might see less variation in running form, but there will still be differences. Perfecting your running form is not an...
Half Marathon Advice for New Runners
Running can be a slippery slope. What starts as a hobby – or maybe just a way to lose weight – can quickly blossom into a lifelong passion. Runners bit by the running bug are soon signing up for longer races, looking for clubs near home, and even buying their first...
Ready To Start Running In Spring?
Spring is a great time to get started - here’s what you need to know Are you joining us for the Windsor Half Marathon in September? Now is a great time to get started with your training - daylight hours are longer, temperatures are starting to climb, and the outside...
Train For The Windsor Half Marathon “Long Walk”
Get prepared for the Windsor Half Marathon’s standout feature The Windsor Half Marathon is a stunning race, with a unique course packed with iconic sights and stunning scenery. The start and finish are on the famous Long Walk in Windsor Great Park, with Windsor Castle...