Race for Life Runners Need Stories
Race for Life Runners Need Stories
Race for Life Runners Need Stories

Step into a world of inspiration as we share the incredible stories behind the Runners Need team taking part in this year’s Cancer Research UK Race for Life event.

A Beginner's Guide to Trail Running
A Beginner's Guide to Trail Running
A Beginner's Guide to Trail Running

Mountain Leader Simon James tells you everything you need to know before hitting the trails.

8 Tips to Staying Injury-Free During Marathon Training
8 Tips to Staying Injury-Free During Marathon Training
8 Tips to Staying Injury-Free During Marathon Training

Marathon training is tough, especially as your long runs get longer, so the last thing you want is a running injury slowing you down. Women's Running Editor-at-Large, Christina Macdonald, shares her top tips for how to keep running injury free. 

The Ultimate Guide to Running Recovery
The Ultimate Guide to Running Recovery
The Ultimate Guide to Running Recovery

Running recovery isn't just about putting your feet up (unfortunately). Instead your recovery should be aimed at keeping you performing at your best and running injury free. 

We asked running guru Jon Grayson at Six Physio Moorgate how to make the most of your running recovery time to reduce your risk of injury and keep you pounding the pavements. 

Running Through Mud
Running Through Mud
Running Through Mud

When you are considering whether you should take a snorkel with you on a run, you know it's wet out there. Here are our expert's top tips on how to tackle the slippery brown stuff!

The Benefits of Joining a Run Club
The Benefits of Joining a Run Club
The Benefits of Joining a Run Club

Each week dedicated runners take to the streets of the UK with the Runners Need Run Clubs to improve their running in a friendly and supportive environment. So whether you're training for a marathon or just getting started, these are the benefits of joining a Run Club.

 

Easy Marathon Training Plan
Easy Marathon Training Plan
Easy Marathon Training Plan

Our day-by-day, 14 week training plan is perfect for rookie marathon runners.

The Ultimate Summer Running Gear Guide
The Ultimate Summer Running Gear Guide
The Ultimate Summer Running Gear Guide

British summer might not always give us the heatwave we're after, but the warmer weather can still affect our running. With race season upon us, having the right summer gear can make the difference between a good run and beating your PB. 

 

Benefits, perks and rewards
Benefits, perks and rewards
Benefits, perks and rewards
Returning to Running After Injury
Returning to Running After Injury
Returning to Running After Injury

Getting back into running after some time off always comes with its stresses. Whether you are returning from injury or just coming back after a spell of time off, it’s important to keep up motivation and train sensibly to prevent further injury. We follow Runners Needs buying director Francisco Baratta on his journey of recovery to his former fitness post injury - this week he shares with us his top 6 tips for getting back into running. 

5 Of The UKs Most Enjoyable 5K Runs
5 Of The UKs Most Enjoyable 5K Runs
5 Of The UKs Most Enjoyable 5K Runs

Britain has a huge variety of 5K races to enter, whatever your running ability. From raising money for charity on the road to fleeing the undead on the trails, here are five 5K runs to sign up to today:

 

Recreating Global Running Routes in the UK
Recreating Global Running Routes in the UK
Recreating Global Running Routes in the UK

Staying in the UK this summer, we look at running routes that are just as fun as famous global ones, ideal for beginners and experienced runners alike.

Discover the Benefits of Compression
Discover the Benefits of Compression
Discover the Benefits of Compression

When it comes to compression, the same questions are still being asked: What really is compression and why should I wear it?

For this article, we’ve collaborated with the team at 2XU to take a look at the benefits you can get from compression products like theirs.

 

The Coolest Black Running Shoes Money Can Buy
The Coolest Black Running Shoes Money Can Buy
The Coolest Black Running Shoes Money Can Buy

These kicks look so good you won't want to take them off

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