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‘At 40, I went from zero exercise to a sub-20-minute 5K in just 18 months. Here’s how I train’
2+ hour, 7+ min ago (374+ words) Middle-aged mum and poet P Burton-Morgan on the redemptive power of running and why it pays to prioritise recovery "I've managed to get my 5K time down to 19:29 and have also run a 1:31 half marathon. I'm now running five times a…...
There’s a new half marathon coming and it promises to ‘celebrate everything that is great about south London’
8+ hour, 35+ min ago (469+ words) Run South London, the latest race from Great Run Company, will take in the sights of The Great Run Company and Merton Council have today (Thursday, 2 April) announced the name and inaugural date for "Run South London: a brand-new half…...
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6+ hour, 18+ min ago (21+ words) Think Pasta the Night Before a Marathon Is Enough? This 2-Step Fix Can Save You From Hitting the Wall'Runner's World...
Everything you need to know about your average running heart rate and how it compares to others
23+ hour, 11+ min ago (1288+ words) Experts explain what's "normal" when it comes to heart rate while running, as well as how to use this metric to improve performance. Thanks to the proliferation of smartwatches and fitness trackers, it's never been easier to log your heart…...
A weird tip helped me to master my arm swing – and run faster. You can use it to unleash your speed, too
21+ hour, 59+ min ago (324+ words) The key to faster running may not be in your legs, but in your arms I lost count long ago of how many times I heard that distinct cue from my coach as I hit the final lap of races…...
Is Your VO2 Max Score Lying to You? Discover the Potential Flaw in the Math Behind the Metric.
22+ hour, 31+ min ago (879+ words) Here's what to understand about the nuances of this fitness metric. VO2 max is widely known as a gold standard of aerobic fitness. It shows up on watches, in training apps, and across social media as a benchmark for comparison. But…...
Save up to 35% with these April Garmin deals
1+ day, 1+ hour ago (492+ words) We've found all the best April savings on editor-approved Garmin watches April has arrived, which is a glorious time of year for runners: longer days, sunnier conditions and a lot less rain. The fair weather runners amongst us can get…...
These 7 Tips from Pro Half-Marathoners Helped Me Run My Strongest Race. Here’s What You Can Learn from the Best.
1+ day, 23+ hour ago (1314+ words) Including some surprisingly applicable advice from NYC Half winner Hellen Obiri. When I got to my corral in Prospect Park in Brooklyn, I felt my nerves start to kindle, anticipating the 13.1 miles I was about to run. I've done this…...
‘I’m in the Best Shape of My Life at 44 and Just Ran a Half and Full Marathon PR. These Coach-Backed Strategies Transformed My Fitness.’
1+ day, 23+ hour ago (1153+ words) This mom of four is dedicated to 4 a.m. workouts. I grew up in a really conservative religion, so I was never allowed to participate in sports as a kid. Only years after I left that religion, in my 30s and a mom…...
According to Our Gear Editor, This Tracksmith Tank Is the Best Race Singlet
2+ day, 41+ min ago (520+ words) The Twilight Crop Tank is short and sweet. Wear this light layer during workouts or races. Sometimes there's a piece of gear you keep coming back to, that induces you to buy multiples just in case it's discontinued. For some,…...