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...
Don’t let hayfever ruin your running training! Here’s how to cope with hay fever and outdoor running. What exactly is hay fever? Hayfever is an allergic rhinitis caused when the immune system overreacts to pollen. The pollen allergen causes inflammation on the lining...
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...
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...
Creating the perfect nutrition plan to meet your needs is just a series of simple steps. The perfect nutrition plan will keep you fuelled, keep you at the weight you need to be at to perform optimally and keep you feeling great at all phases of your training. If you...
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...
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...
Spring is here – it’s time to consolidate your winter training to get fitter, faster and stronger. Does anybody truly enjoy training over Winter? It’s cold, wet, and gets dark early. Your running laundry pile is constantly overflowing with leggings and long sleeved...
You know sleep makes you feel good. But did you also know it can help you run faster and recovery better? It can even help you lose body fat. Sleep is our secret weapon for sports performance, weight loss, a healthy immune system, and even how well you deal with food...
As keen runners, we will all have to deal with pain at some point. Here’s how to minimise it and cope. We all hope for a pain-free running career, but what happens when you have recurring pain that threatens your training schedule and your enjoyment of running?...
It’s time to see how your running held up over the Winter months – enter a race to benchmark your performance. There are lots of ways to test your fitness, but some runners just love the motivating atmosphere of a race. If that’s you, read on to discover the best ways...
It's that time of year! If you're ramping up the miles for a Spring marathon, take time out of your running routine to look after your body. Check Your Running Shoes At this time of year, it feels like you spend more time in running kit than in regular clothes. When's...