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Training

When to Return to Running after a Big Race
When to Return to Running after a Big Race
When to Return to Running after a Big Race

Striking a balance between maintaining fitness and ensuring a proper recovery is vital to keepping injury free. Whatever distance you're running, we answer your most frequently asked questions about how and when to return to running after a big race.

5 Exercises To Help Your Run Faster For Longer
5 Exercises To Help Your Run Faster For Longer
5 Exercises To Help Your Run Faster For Longer

We asked professional PT and Man vs. Mountain winner Tracy McCartney for her Top 5 Exercise Sets to help you run faster for longer...

Should You Run Twice a Day?
Should You Run Twice a Day?
Should You Run Twice a Day?

Also known as running doubles, heading out for a run twice a day is a common training tactic among elites - but that's not to say everyday runners can't benefit from it too. So when should you do it and how does it work?

12 Weeks to Fitness: First Timer's 10K Training Plan
12 Weeks to Fitness: First Timer's 10K Training Plan
12 Weeks to Fitness: First Timer's 10K Training Plan

Running your first 10K is a daunting prospect, but if you get the preparation right, you'll be surprised at just how easy it can be.

Running and music: finding your BPM
Running and music: finding your BPM
Running and music: finding your BPM

If you find running difficult or are looking to improve your pace, we may just have the thing for you! By syncing your run to music you could find yourself running faster, farther, and with more of a spring in your step.

How To Stay Motivated On Your Fitness Journey
How To Stay Motivated On Your Fitness Journey
How To Stay Motivated On Your Fitness Journey

Simon James, International Mountain Leader and Founder of Run The Wild shares his experiences igniting motivation and some useful tips to help you reach your running goals. 

How To Start Trail Running
How To Start Trail Running
How To Start Trail Running

Guest blogger and Trail Running Guide at Run The Wild Karin Voller, shares her advice on how to get started on your trail running journey, from choosing the right kit to finding a route. 

2023 Sportswear Trends
2023 Sportswear Trends
2023 Sportswear Trends

A Runners Need study analyses five years of data to map UK sportswear trends.

Training at Home: Core Workouts
Training at Home: Core Workouts
Training at Home: Core Workouts

The New Balance team provides some core workouts for training at home, whether you're a beginner or an experienced runner.

Preparing for Running Iceland with Jamie Ramsay
Preparing for Running Iceland with Jamie Ramsay
Preparing for Running Iceland with Jamie Ramsay

Read all about Jamie Ramsay's latest adventure: Running Iceland..

London Marathon Tips with Geoff Wightman
London Marathon Tips with Geoff Wightman
London Marathon Tips with Geoff Wightman

We caught up with expert Geoff Wightman to get his tips ahead of the Virgin Money London Marathon

2020 Virgin Money London Marathon Training Diary
2020 Virgin Money London Marathon Training Diary
2020 Virgin Money London Marathon Training Diary

Keep up with Cathy and Mollie as they navigate training for the rescheduled marathon during a global pandemic.

How to Use Track Workouts to Boost your Endurance
How to Use Track Workouts to Boost your Endurance
How to Use Track Workouts to Boost your Endurance

Whether you're a total beginner or a seasoned runner your local running track could be the key to giving your running a serious endurance boost. 

It's quick and effective, and guaranteed to give you a lesson on mental toughness.

 
Running IS fun, I can prove it
Running IS fun, I can prove it
Running IS fun, I can prove it

Bobby Gordon uses his powers of persuasion to convince you that running doesn't have to be all pain and misery

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