Making your marathon debut on the elite start line

A look at the motivations of Rebecca Murray, 23, and Matt Clowes, 28, as they prepare to make their marathon debuts...

Dave Norman’s 9 tips for marathon success

Experienced marathoner and two-time winner in Manchester, Dave Norman, shares his top tips for success over 26.2-miles. Over the last few...

What are progression runs?

Progression runs are a worthy addition to a runner’s training arsenal, especially if you’re building up to a pace or returning...

When is it time to “empty the tank” in a race?

Emptying the tank. That time in a race when caution is thrown to the wind and you can smell the finish...

How do you make the right decisions during a race?

Running, particularly racing, is full of decisions. Knowing when to kick and when to back off can be a fine art...

Is running in a group better for you?

Strength can found in numbers, so does running in a group make you a better runner or is training solo the...

Positive, negative or even splits: what’s best for a marathon PB?

What is the best way to pace a marathon? Positive, negative or even splits? Does it depend on who you ask...

How can you make treadmill running less boring?

Do you enjoy the comforts of running indoors on a treadmill? Or is even the thought of the ‘dreadmill’ more off-putting...

The ‘mystical’ 100 mile week

The mystical 100-mile week – kilometres do not count. All you need to do to be a good runner is complete...

Training diary of 2:17 marathoner Aaron Scott

What does it take to run a 2:17 marathon? Aaron Scott shares a little light on that very question with insights...