Age, experience and running with others is key to success Age and experience are the key factors in predicting running success, new research at the University of St Andrews has found. Membership of a running club, as well as having…
It’s hotting up! The heat wave is in full swing so we chatted to Richard Edmonds, co-founder of Runderwear, for his top tips on summer training and how we can all avoid the dreaded chafe! “Chafing is something that makes…
Chafing, blisters and blackened toenails — training for a big run can be punishing on the body. Day in, day out, you push your body to its limit as you strive to run that bit further and that bit faster.…
Incorporating mindfulness into your run can help you nurture and care for your mental health at the same time as keeping your physical health in shape. Most people imagine mindfulness is all about sitting cross legged with your eyes shut;…
If we are being very open and honest, every single person has that intruder on their shoulder telling them what they can’t do, not to make a fool of themselves, not to try something in case they are no good,…
When we train hard, prepare or practice for a big race or event, we often say to ourselves “I want to be perfect today”, and that can be the most fatal mistake of all. When faced with a challenge where…
Written by Dr. Adam Siegel, DPM Plantar fasciosis and Achilles tendinosis are two of the most common sources of foot pain plaguing runners. If you’ve ever suffered from either of them, you know they can be debilitating! Plantar fasciosis is…
Written by Paul Starkey, Managing Director at Neo G While you may think joint problems are the preserve of the elderly, statistics actually show that it’s an increasing problem for people at any age. More than 10 million people in…
1) It’s the ultimate way to multitask. Exercising, baby nap time, milk bought and post office trip. 2) Dads can earn brownie points by taking the little one out for a run and giving Mum a break/lie in. 3) When you consider…
A recent survey of 2000 people showed that 10% of people injured themselves running and was the leading cause of injury among women. With a reported 2 million people running on a regular basis in the UK, it’s no surprise…