Expert Advice for Runners

Run faster and recover better with carbon plate running shoes. Learn about the benefits, race-day use and training tips with expert advice from Runners Need.

During winter, it's hard to get outside with the cold weather and shorter days. However, just because it's dark outside, doesn't mean we have to confine ourselves to the indoors.||| Whether it's going for a hike in the hills on the weekend, trying to keep fit over the winter months or just taking the dog for a walk, a head torch is an essential piece of kit for us to be able to continue all of our summer outdoor pursuits well into the depths of winter.

Fast hiking is the new niche discipline for runners who are after a new challenge, one that will really test their mettle.

Whether you’re running along towpaths, through fields, or up and down mountain trails, having durable trail running shoes with good grip is vital. Proper footwear will give you the confidence you need in your feet to stopping second-guessing your every step, helping you run faster and more efficiently.

To help you tackle the toughest off-road terrain we’ve put together this guide on how to choose the best trail shoes for you.

Get to know what makes HOKA so special and discover some of our favourite running shoes.

If you're looking to up your mileage or beat your PB it's important to fuel your body properly before, during, and after your run to ensure you're running at your best.

We asked Pure Sports Medicine Dietician Linia Patel for her advice on how best to fuel your muscles to keep us running further and for longer. 

We've pulled together our top five marathon alternatives. Whether you're looking for a tough fundraising challenge or for something a little different to get excited about then look no further.

Most marathon runners do not need to prepare for extreme climates, gruelling ascents and natural predators, but for some 26.2 miles simply isn’t enough of a challenge. With the ASICS Manchester Marathon and London Marathon fast approaching, we take a look at 10 of the world’s toughest and craziest off-road marathons and ultra-runs.

Running up hill is never easy, it requires a combination of strength, technique and stamina. No amount of running on the flats can prepare you for this energy sapping fight against gravity!

Runners Need clothing and accessories buyer Jessie explores the impact of the right fabric on your running and what the future holds for the materials of your clothes.

Asics Frontrunner Renee McGregor discusses how to maintain a healthy immunse system during the lockdown.

Yogarise instructor Chloe Faulkner demonstrates yoga exercises for runners of all abilities, bringing our store series online.

Runners Need team member Igor breaks down the 2021 shoes that you need to know about. Featuring the very latest innovations in running technology from some of the world's biggest brands, you don't need 20/20 vision to see that these are must-haves for runners of all abilities.