We’ve listed 5 of the most vital early training tips now you’ve committed to a race or challenge! 1 Get Social The running community is growing by the day, and there are plenty of ways to get social with other runners who have, like you, entered into one of the toughest challenges in road running.
We don’t normally associate the festive period with fitness, long runs and gym visits – but we’re more frequently hearing that you guys love getting out on the roads and the trails around Christmas time! So why isn’t the festive break *actually* a break? The answer is simple. The lead up to Christmas can be
There’s plenty of miles to rack up in race day training, that’s for sure. Almost every day, you’re out on the roads working progressively towards your race distance, but there’s one important thing that a lot of event runners forget. It’s not just about miles, it’s about getting fit. To help keep you clear of
Preparing for a race is no mean feat if you’re new to running, which is why we’re here to back you every step of the way up until race day! With around seven weeks to go until race day, here are a few of the most important things to remember as we countdown to race
It’s smart to start thinking ahead when it comes to winter as the schedule won’t be plain sailing. There’ll be nights when you simply can’t leave the house – but illness and dangerous conditions come into play over winter. Below, we’ve outlined a few ways for you to get through the toughest endurance months of
There’s great debate about the ultimate running distance. In terms of raw distance, there’s no doubting how impressive a marathon is. It challenges a runner both mentally and physically. Here, we put forward the case of the 10K, arguing why for some, it’s the perfect race. 1) Balance. . Firstly, it ticks many boxes for
Marathon training can be the commitment of a lifetime. We know how difficult it can be, though. That’s why we’ve outlined 10 simple tips to keep yourself motivated from now until race day – and it’s a lot easier than you might think! Set Your Goal A runner’s mind is motivated by at least one
