Running into Autumn: How to Prepare for a Seasonal Shift

As the long, glorious days of summer gradually give way to the crisp, colorful landscapes of autumn, runners everywhere anticipate the unique joys and challenges that come with the changing season. Running in autumn offers a refreshing break from the sweltering heat, but it also requires some preparation to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience. In this blog post, we'll explore how to prepare for autumn as a runner and make the most out of those shorter days!

How Running Promotes Mental Wellbeing

We all love running; it’s that beautiful activity that provides so many benefits that outweigh the pain we go through when we’re about 3/4 of the way through one of our target races. It offers numerous benefits for both the body and mind. In recent years, there has been an increased emphasis on the role of running in promoting mental health. I will discuss the importance of running for mental health and the ways in which it can benefit anyone that needs to clear their mind or find that release!

How to Run: A Comprehensive Guide for Improved Performance.

Running is a popular exercise and a great way to stay in shape. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced runner, there are always ways to improve your performance and reach your goals. This article will provide you with a comprehensive guide on how to run better and achieve your goals.

How Running Connects The Body With Our Mind

Our brains and mind conscious and unconscious, is a really complex thing, it can be an enigma or it can feel like you are running in a straight line. Does running allow us to tap into the deepest parts of it or do we just use it to put one foot in front of the other as hard as we can?

3 Benefits of Track Running

Here are my 3 top benefits of running on the track and how it doesn't have to be a scary place for any runner!

How to improve your running form

When it comes to training your body to run faster, something that often gets overlooked is running form. Mastering your form will not only contribute to you achieving personal bests, but it’ll allow you to do so with less effort, due to your body moving in a more fluent motion. Rather than fighting against a potentially bad habit you may have picked up, here are some tips and tricks to help you improve your running form:

How to evaluate your running after a goal race

So you've done all the training to a lead up for a big race, you nailed the race, ran a PB now what? Here are a few tips of what to do next!

Why I owe my life and career to running.

Ever since I started thinking about running, I knew it had a higher purpose in my life than just the sport itself.

My Second Year as An ASICS Frontrunner

Want to know what it's like to be part of the ASICS Frontrunner journey 2 years in? Here is my account of being part of such an amazing group of people.

For Shorter Races Use Interval Training

Interval training is a session which is broken up into shorter intervals with rest periods in between. It’s a broad term because any distance qualifies, But today we’re going to focus on shorter distances. Although interval training works both aerobic and anaerobic systems, you have to cater for the distance you are training for.

Mental Preparation for Race Day

Race day will find most runners wracked with nerves. You’ve done the miles - prepared your body in every way you can. But when you’re standing at the start line, your most valuable asset is your mental state. Your ability to conquer overwhelm, claim any nerves and push those pain barriers when they arise will make all the difference between getting a PB or dropping out before the finish line.

The Right Shoe is Key for Training

Every runner is different. We all have a unique gait made up of so many factors. Our cadence, the way our foot lands as it hits the pavement, and the way we carry our weight are a few of many things that determine our individual running style.

How to Work As a Team Towards a Goal

Teamwork. If you look it up in the dictionary, you’ll see that it’s defined as the willingness of a group of people to achieve a common aim. cliche as it may be, teamwork really does make the dream work.

METARACER: The King OF Racing Shoes

A soft comfy ride yet still ping of the ground with some speed? That's exactly how the Metaracer feels for me! Here is my review of my favourite racing shoe yet!

How to Cool Down for Running

The cool down for running is to tell your body that you have stopped exercising. Allowing your heart rate to slow down and your muscles to return back to normal. It also provides a good mental transition from running harder to the end of your session.

How to Warm Up for Running

A good warmup ensures that your muscles are well supplied with oxygen before you give them a vigorous workout. It also raises the temperature of your muscles so they can move more optimally and with a bit more flex!

How to Train Indoors for Running

With all this self isolation going on, not all of us can afford a treadmill, here are a few ways that you can still keep that fitness and become a stronger runner for it!

ASICS Novablast Review - The Shoe That Does It All!

Need a shoe that ticks every box and can keep up with you on any type of run that you do? Look no further than the Novablast.

Be Seen In The Dark - Night Track Kit Review

Night Track Kit - A must have if you are running in the dark!

How to Practice Mindful Running and Why is it Important?

Mindful running is the art of keeping your mind in the present whilst on the run. A thing that is very easy to do when you are running. Especially if you are running solo. You’re not dwelling on the past or worrying about the future, but rather focusing on what you’re doing, whether it’s cooking dinner, working on a project, running on cross country paths, or writing an email.

Why Training Slower Can Make You Race Faster

We're going to answer the question of why training slower can make you race faster. A lot of runners think that if they run fast they are going to be fast, whilst this is right in so many ways there is such a thing as going too fast, too often which leads to injury, burnout and fatigue. 

Running Hydration - Why is it Important?

Your running hydration plays a key role in how you feel during a run or race. It is one of the most difficult things to know when and how much fluid to take on your longs runs. Let alone on easy runs.

GOOD RUNNING HABITS TO BUILD INTO YOUR TRAINING

On average it takes around two months to form a habit or 66 days to be exact. Good running habits are so important to us runners, especially when it comes to injury prevention and looking after our bodies so that is just too long to wait. Here is a break down five good habits to add to your training now which will make you a better all-round runner.

HOW TO SET GOALS

Knowing how to set running goals can be a daunting task. Having a running goal, however big or small, can help you to keep focused and motivated as a runner. Your running goals should remain personal to you and relevant to your own training targets.

Race Specific Workouts for 5K to Marathon

Ever wondered what sessions give you the best bang for your buck for specific distances?

Train to your own capabilities, not the elite!

Feeling inspired after the London Marathon? Try to avoid training like the elites to avoid problems!

Gait Expectations - What is Running Gait

Running Gait Explained.