Recently, I wrote about why I run, how it helps my creativity, solve problems and how it has helped me deal with grief. Running has also taught me many things over the years and came to the fore last Thursday when I completed a personal challenge of running 50 miles in one day, 2 days
It's just gone 5am, I switch the alarm off, get out of bed, kit on, tie my laces and head out the door to my happy place - going for a run. I don't do this every day though. I have a rest day on a Monday and go out later at the weekends. Running is
It’s always good to have new kit to help streamline our training and hopefully help us perform better. How about something that holds your keys, phone and other items in one place? I was recently given a Freetrain V1 Vest to try out and here's my review. This is my honest opinion on the product.
If you entered the London Marathon Ballot, you will find out this week if you're in. Here's my guide on what to do if you get in and what to do if you don't. This is the week of the year when runners get more excited and nervous with anticipation than Christmas. The results of
Stretching before and after a run. We all know we should be doing some but are we doing the right ones and are we doing them right? What are the best stretches to do before and after running? Do you know why you should stretch? Did you know that doing the right exercises could help
"What should I wear when I run?" "What are the best clothes to wear for running?" I get asked this a lot at my 0-5k group and from PT clients looking to get into running. There are a few things to consider so if you're thinking about this as well, here are a few tips: