Start your running journey with ASICS' half marathon training plan for beginners. Get step-by-step guidance to build endurance and achieve your race goals.

The UK is one of the best places in the world to go trail running. With a nationwide network of well-maintained public footpaths, bridleways, and towpaths and some jaw dropping scenery, you don’t have to travel far to run on paths in the great outdoors. 

Interval training is one of the best ways you can increase your running fitness, and should definitely be included as part of your race preparation - whether you run 5ks, 10ks, marathons and other distances.

It’s easy to forget to warm up for running - especially when you’re keen to get going. But it’s impossible to stress just how important it is to take a few minutes to get your body prepared. Warming up stimulates your neuromuscular system and prepares your muscles and joints to enable them to cope with the impact of the sport. 

There’s no doubt that practice makes perfect when it comes to running – the more you do, the better you’ll get. That said, this is only part of the picture if you’re truly committing to a running training programme – you’ll benefit from adding in some other kinds of workouts too.

Look at the players in any rugby line up and you’ll almost immediately be able to spot the backs from the forwards. But why do they need different boots?

The game of tennis has undergone a radical change over the years. It has become faster, with many players now playing more aggressively and hitting with greater power.

When you play tennis, there is a lot going on each time you hit the ball. Whether it is your footwork, hand-eye coordination, ability to judge distance and speed, or choice of racket grip, you will be making numerous almost instantaneous decisions.

Have you recently started playing tennis? If you’re new to the game you may have begun by playing with underhand tennis serves.

Looking to gain that extra edge at your next tennis match? Here are a few exercises to try away from the court, from fitness to strength.

As most keen runners will know, there's nothing more frustrating than having your regular running or training sessions disrupted by a cold. But what's the deal with running with a cold and a sore throat?

Before you invest in a pair of ASICS kids’ shoes, designed to support and protect feet development, it’s important to measure your children’s feet correctly. Follow our handy guide to find the perfect fit.

Cushioning, comfort and durability are just some of the qualities needed in a kids’ shoe to support healthy, growing feet. Find out how ASICS’ latest technology is the dream fit for children’s development.

Our purpose and our mission at ASICS is to support more people to move for positive mental health.

More and more people are discovering the benefits of running, not just for their physical health but also for their mental health.

Running is one of the most popular sports in the UK – and interest in the activity just keeps on growing. In 2010, about 2 million people went running once per week in the country, but that rose to almost 6 million in 2020, according to England Athletics.