One day, mass participation events will return, and when they do, you may have your sights set on a marathon. Find your ideal marathon from our pick of 10 marathon races in the UK and abroad. Belfast City Marathon The…
Weight loss, reduced risk of disease and less chance of getting Type 2 diabetes are just a few good reasons to run. Read on to find out why it’s a great past-time… Running is a great calorie burner and a…
Running off-road can be a refreshing change from pounding the pavements and having to deal with pollution, pedestrians and buggies. It’s also a great way to get fit – but make sure you have the right kit and a good…
Jasmine Barnett is 28 and has two young sons. She’s a self-employed childminder from Pontefract West Yorkshire and is running the London Marathon after losing a lot of weight and recovering from a rare form of leukaemia. What made you…
Kirsty Makin, 34 from Bury, has a property development business that she set up with her late husband Tom. She has two young daughters aged four and one. She is running the marathon in memory of Tom to raise money……
The London Marathon will be a very different experience this year, with no crowds to cheer participants and runners having the freedom to choose their own virtual route anywhere in the UK. Motivation and a strong race strategy will both…
Signed up for a virtual marathon and now worried you won’t be ready? What you do in the last four to six weeks before race-day will be key to your performance says Christina Neal. Got a virtual marathon coming up…
With numerous races cancelled, virtual events are keeping competitive folks fit. Don’t be fooled into thinking they’re just here to tide you over until races resume – they can truly motivate and inspire you, says Sarah Sellens. Virtual races used…
Runners often hear that the treadmill isn’t the same as running outside, as you don’t have to brave the elements. This may be true, but don’t be too quick to dismiss the many benefits of using one. Here are seven…
Running pain-free is one of life’s great joys and a great run leaves us feeling on top of the world. On the other hand, feeling pain in your feet when you run can be hugely frustrating and could even put…
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