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Training Advice
Whatever your running ability, you’ll find some great advice and motivational support to help you enjoy running even more. From starting out with the right kit, to nutritional advice and training tips, we’ve got you covered.
General Training
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Top Tips For Summer Running
Hello summer. Hello sunshine. Hello heat! Here's some tips to keep you running over the summer.
Finding time to Run
Leonard Bernstein said, ‘To achieve great things, two things are needed: a plan and not quite enough time.'…
Your Complete Guide to Stretching
Stretching before and after a run is about more than just a satisfying feeling – it’s vital for lengthening your muscles, increasing flexibility…
Put The Spring Back In Your Step
We can all do our part to stay healthy and protect those who are more vulnerable at this time, but there is one thing we can still do for oursel…
Running Is Great For Kids – Here’s Why
There’s nothing quite like seeing the smiling, happy faces of young children taking part in physical activities and there are multiple health an…
Training For The Great Manchester Run
Your 12-week plan to go from gentle jogger to 10 kilometre ace. With just twelve weeks to go until the Great Manchester Run now is the time to d…
10 ways to #LoveRunning even more
You might already be completely in love with running (like we are here at Great Run) or maybe you like to run but you wouldn’t say you’re in lov…
How Often Should I Run?
All you need to know on how many times a week you should be running…
Improve Your Running Technique
Anyone can put one foot in front of the other, but to run with good technique or 'form' takes a little skill and practice.
Running Through The Winter
Keeping moving and running through the winter months can be both rewarding and fun when you follow these few basic tips and keep yourself both s…
Blow Off The Cobwebs!
Check out our top tips to keep you running this Autumn…
How To Run A 10K Pb
Keen to clock your fastest ever 10k this spring? Want to run so well that your social media will explode with likes? Ready to turn the tarmac be…
How Does Gait Analysis Help Me As A Runner?
Gait analysis can identify bad habits which can lead to injury. Here is our handy guide from physiotherapist and runner Jenny Blizard…
Top Reasons To Run this Christmas
Six reasons to prove why your Christmas Day run could be one of the most enjoyable ones of the year…
Don’t Snooze? You Lose!
Sleep is an often overlooked but vital component of athletics performance, as Professor John Brewer explains…
Choosing A Bristol Running Club
With Great Bristol Half Marathon approaching, could joining a running club help with your pace?…
The Perfect Half Marathon Recovery
Kate Percy, author of Go Faster Food, has cooked up the perfect post-13.1 mile treat…
Plan Your Virtual Running Route
We can’t run the famous 13.1 mile route from Newcastle to South shields this year… which means you need to plan your own 13.1 mile running route…
Five Ways To Improve Your Running Posture
Want to improve your running posture? Here is our handy guide from physiotherapist and runner Jenny Blizard…
Align Your Spine
Ever wondered how a chiropractor can help with your everyday health? We’ve asked a practitioner for his top tips on maintaining skeletal health,…
Cross Training
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Five Workouts You Can Do At Home
Getting the opportunity to fit exercise into your schedule at the moment can be a challenge - here's our tips to get the most out of your sessio…
Choose Yoga To Become A Stronger Runner
Yoga is best known as a stretching discipline, but regular practice of it is more than that. It can help you as a runner to sidestep injuries –…
Try These Three Indoor Training Sessions
If you're not able to get outside for a run right now - and you're not alone in this - we've put together some of the best workouts to do from t…
Shake Up Your Workout
Adding different ways to shake up your workout keeps things interesting and is a great way to stay active on the days when you don't run. Here's…
Cross Training
Whether you are a newbie or a seasoned marathoner, not all your physical activity has to be running.
Five Reasons To Add Strength Training To Your Workout
Strength training may commonly be associated with bulking up muscle, but its benefits are more far-reaching than just filling out a t-shirt. I…
5 Ways To Do A Push-Up
If there's one conditioning exercise you should be doing, it's the push-up…
Quick And Easy Circuit Training – Keeping It Simple
Circuit training in less time than it takes to cook dinner? Look no further…
Strength Training Tips For Half Marathon Runners
Bristol-based fitness blogger Rachael Power on why weights could help your running…
Kit
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Monitor Your Training
By keeping a track of your training activity, you can monitor your progression and identify what works for you.
Case Study: The Benefits Of Gait Analysis
Paul Noble shares his experience of the benefits of gait analysis and re-training to explain how it can help with running injuries.
Top Gifts For Runners This Christmas
Writing your list to Mr Claus? Here's some of our top runners picks.
5 Ways A Fitness Tracker Can Help
At the end of the day, a fitness tracker can’t run a mile for you, or put healthier food into your mouth.
Nutrition & Hydration
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Hydration tips for runners
Staying hydrated is key for runners of all abilities. Our tips help to resolve the confusion around hydration.
Running and sustainability
As sports go, running is naturally sustainable. All you need is a pair of trainers and off you go. But there are ways you can go that extra mile…
Should I Eat Breakfast Before An Early Morning Run?
Most of us need to eat something to kick our body and brain into action…
Plan Your Ultimate Training Diet
Fuelling your body to train well on a daily basis is essential.
What To Eat To Fuel Your Run
The best advice when training is to stick a healthy, balanced diet.
Try These Recipes For Some Great Meal Inspiration
If like us, you’ve been trying to cook a little more while you’re at home, try new recipes, or maybe eat healthier to combat moving around less,…
Pump Up The Protein
Kate Percy, author of Go Faster Food, gives us the lowdown on top protein sources…
Recovery Nutrition Faq
What you eat after a half marathon can have a huge impact on your recovery; from combating fatigue, to supporting immune function. This FAQ guid…
Pancake Power
Five Flipping Great Pancake Toppings With Shrove Tuesday, otherwise known as Pancake Day, around the corner, it’s time to dust off the recipe bo…
Your Best Alternatives To Pasta
No pasta? No problem - here's our top alternatives for you…
A Little Zest For Your Personal Best
Kate Percy, author of Go Faster Food, gets you set for your greatest Half Marathon…
Carb Up With Barilla
Prawn spaghetti with tomato, rocket, lemon and basil…
How To Compete Without Meat
Anita Bean on how a veggie diet can help boost performance.
Five Top Tips From A Runner Dietitian
Eating well is vital to getting the most out of yourself as a runner but nutrition can be a complex topic with many conflicting opinions. Here a…
What To Eat Before A Run
Don’t let hungry thoughts eat into your run!…
Carb Power
Kate Percy, author of Go Faster Food, on why carbohydrates are the ultimate fuel for runners…
Fuel Up With Dark Chocolate
Did someone say chocolate was good for runners?…
Why Caffeine Can Be Good For Running
Caffeine has come a long way since its days as the dietary pariah of sport. Now everyone is drinking to its benefits, says Peta Bee…
The Food Rules You Can Break
Here's some of the foods you can indulge in if you're burning off the calories running.
This Vegetarian Dish Is Great If You’Re On A Budget
This Middle Eastern dish can work as a hearty breakfast, satisfying lunch or dinner and can happily be shared with any hungry eating partner.
Starting Out
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The Absolute Beginners Guide to Running
If you’ve been inspired to start running, we’re here to help the thought of running feel less daunting.
How To Tackle Your First 10K Like A Hero
Thinking of tackling your first 10K this year? To help you get the most from your debut, check out these top ten tips…
What I Wish Someone Had Told Me When I Started Running
Thinking of starting up running? We're here to help.
10 Reasons To Choose Running
Fun, free and good for you.
Why Running With A Friend Is Awesome
Running isn't just a solo thing - more and more people are buddying up to clock up the miles. Here, we find out why that's such a good idea…
Motivation & Phsychology
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How to keep a positive and motivated mindset
Here are some tips to stay positive, keep motivated, and help you to look after your mind and mental health.
10 Tips To Get You Running This January
Taking your first step outdoors in January can be tough. To make the process a little easier and to help you prepare, we’ve put together our 10…
7 Ways To Make 2019 Your Best Year Yet
December is a great time to enjoy all the festivities, over indulging and spending time with loved ones but it's also good to reflect on the yea…
How To Prime Your Mind And Achieve The Impossible
It's not just your body that needs to be ready for the big day - your mind must also be prepared. Professor Greg Whyte is on hand to provide you…
Face The Music
Bryan Burnett says music is increasingly regarded as a potent performance enhancer by sport scientists. Is it music to your ears?…
Your Guide To Feeling Motivated And Downright Dedicated
What do you do when your get-up-and-go has… got up and gone?…
