When Cardiff University’s runnability of the streets research was published, one of the clearer findings was that women felt some of their local running routes may not necessarily be ‘runnable’. Those findings were down to a variation of reasons, including safety, lighting, litter, pavement conditions and traffic levels. Of the 1501 women surveyed, over 40%
Joining a running club or group can help keep you motivated, means you’re more likely to stick to a routine and is a great way to meet new people and have fun. It has been a little more difficult during the pandemic, with group running largely shut down during the national lockdowns, but many groups
Hundreds of women have already registered to be a part of #HERVIRTUAL5K, the first in a series of exciting new women’s events delivered by R4W, running throughout the month of April. The series has been designed as a call to action for those who want to celebrate their love of running, whether they are just
Let’s start with some motivation. Both pregnancy and childbirth are most certainly not reasons for the end of your running years. From Jessica Ennis-Hill and Paula Radcliffe to Serena Williams, we know that it is possible to return to running or any sport after childbirth. In the case of pregnancy and running during your term,
There’s no doubt that the menopause has an adverse effect on your running, from daily exhaustion and hot flushes to loss of sleep at night. With lots of women also affected by an early menopause and perimenopause, we’re setting out to give you some advice on how running might help to improve your symptoms, and
Whether a beginner or an expert, runners must get the basics right to avoid injury and ensure a positive relationship with running. One of those basics is knowing your body and working with it to create a schedule that ties in with your body. If you are a beginner, don’t worry. It might take a
If you’re an avid runner, the chances are you’ve come across a niggling injury at least once. It’s part and parcel of the hobby we love! Coming back from an injury isn’t easy, we appreciate. That’s why we’ve put together some of our best tips for bouncing back even better than before, and not suffering
When Cardiff University conducted research into women’s running, they came across fantastic benefits associated to running including a boost to physical and mental health, improved wellbeing and reduced anxiety. The study also uncovered a number of barriers to the growth and sustainability of women’s running. We knew this might be the case when we noticed
Run 4 Wales (R4W), organisers of popular mass participation events including the Cardiff University Cardiff Half Marathon and ABP Newport Wales Marathon have found a marked improvement in wellbeing and colleague connectivity amongst organisations involved in their new Virtual Corporate Challenge Series. With the COVID-19 pandemic permanently altering the ways in which we all work,
What’s the big deal? Ever wondered if you actually need that sports bra and if you can get away with your old t-shirt bra or crop top instead? Read on to discover why buying a great-fitting sports bra could be one of the best decisions you ever make! It sounds like a serious start to
