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How To Breathe Your Way To Being A Better Runner

You can breathe your way to being a better runner with the right tips and be on your way to becoming a better runner. Breathing is natural, but the right breathing technique for running? That can take a little practice. It goes without saying that running can cause shortness of breath, but breathing too shallow […]

Male runners competing in a city road race

Get Ready to Race Again

With the possibility of real races very much on the horizon now, not to mention the universal hope that Saturday mornings may once again begin with a Park Run (set to begin from 26th June – if landowners’ permissions can be obtained), many of us are planning our racing comebacks! And, what better way to […]

Female runner competing in road race

Des Linden Record: the 50km

The 50km Des Linden record can be an inspiration to us all.  Many of us dream about setting PBs; for some of us, it’s what motivates us to get out the door with our trainers on. But few of us have attempted to set a record as ambitious as Des Linden’s record attempt.  While she […]

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Benefits of Caffeine Pre-Run

Most of us know that buzz after a strong cup of coffee; some of us rely on it to get going each and every morning! Besides getting you out of bed, caffeine running is a hot trend that is fiercely debated amongst athletes.  But what about drinking coffee to give your run the edge? Can […]

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Light Up your Winter Runs

Now that the clocks have gone back, there is no denying that winter is well and truly on its way. With daylight hours reduced and a definite nip in the air, it’s by no means time to put your trainers away, but a reminder to get prepared for the season ahead! How to Prepare for […]

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Safe Running During Lockdown

Are you looking for how to start safe running during lockdown? Find out in this article the essential things to follow Since the pandemic, most of us have been living our day-to-day lives within our homes. Covid-19 shut the world from going outside, and when we need to go out, we wear a mask and […]

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Training for Your First Virtual Race

Useful tips on preparing for your first virtual race With the majority of big races cancelled, it has to be said that 2020 has been disappointing for those of us who enjoy the atmosphere and adrenaline of race day. That doesn’t mean you need to hang up your trainers, though. With an increasing number of […]