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/ 1 year agoBritish men were better marathon runners in the 1980s
The British men were better marathon runners in the 1980s, but do we even dream of the times they achieved almost...
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Back to Basics
/ 1 year agoTapering before a race: what you need to know
The art of the taper, the period just before your key race where training is adapted to allow you to be...
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Back to Basics
/ 2 years agoHow to Overcome Pre-Race Nerves
Most runners and athletes experience some form of pre-race nerves before a race or competition. It’s not a necessarily a negative...
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Marathon Training
/ 2 years agoWhy is Running Performance Decreased in the Heat?
It is generally accepted that aerobic exercise capacity, as in running, is reduced in hot conditions whilst sprint performance may even be...
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Marathon Training
/ 2 years agoHow to Beat ‘The Wall’ in a Marathon
Hitting the wall during a marathon is an unforgettable moment experienced by so many runners every year. If you are lucky...
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Marathon Training
/ 2 years ago5 Autumn Marathons You Can Still Sign-Up For
Most marathon runners know the big autumn races; Berlin, Chicago and Dublin, and if you have been training for any of...
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Back to Basics
/ 2 years agoHow to run faster: 5 simple tips
Runner’s come in all shapes and sizes, beginners, elites, and those who train like elites, but when you get down to...
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Marathon Training
/ 2 years agoGet the best from your long run in marathon training
If you are preparing for your first marathon, or you are an experienced runner, you will be familiar with the ‘long...
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Back to Basics
/ 2 years ago6 tips to running in the morning
For some runner’s and gym enthusiast’s a 5.30am start is a normal time for a good run or tough strength and...
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Marathon Training
/ 2 years agoThe 5 Big Marathon Mistakes
The marathon is the least forgiving race distance and yet runners make more mistakes preparing for it than for any other...