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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.

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Running Is Great For Kids – Here’s Why

We all know about the health benefits of running for adults, and Kids are no different. Let’s dig into why running is so good for youngsters.

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Running Rain or Shine

Snow, rain or sunshine, make sure you are ready for whatever conditions are thrown at you on your big day, advises PROFESSOR JOHN BREWER…

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Bristol Running Routes By Bristol Runners

The true beauty of running in a city as amazing as Bristol is that it gives you the best excuse possible to get outside your door and explore th…

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Top Tips For Safe Summer Running

Running in the heat can be tricky – there’s a few more things to think about, but here’s some of our top tips for safe summer running.

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Plan Your Ultimate Training Diet

Fuelling your body to train well on a daily basis is essential.

Event Day Tips
Tips For Event Day Success

Here are our top tips for before, during, and after event day to make sure it is a success…

Event Day Tips
Last Minute Tips for a Great Run

The countdown has begun and the excitement is starting to build – and perhaps even a few nerves. Take a deep breath: your big day is almost here…

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The Importance of Nutrition and Recovery

As a British athlete, 400M hurdler, yoga instructor and FULFIL Ambassador, Lina Nielsen knows the significance of nutrition and recovery.

Nutrition & Hydration
Should I Eat Breakfast Before an Early Morning Run?

'Should I eat breakfast before an early morning run?' is a question many runners ask.

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Recovery Nutrition and Recipes for Runners

Here are our top recovery nutrition tips and three inspiring recipes to banish food boredom and maximise replenishment and recovery.

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5 Great Tips for Great Run Fundraising

we’ve teamed up with our official online fundraising partner, Enthuse to share five quick and easy tips you can use to raise as much as possible.

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Choosing trainers and keeping your feet run-ready

We’ve put together a guide to help you choose the right shoes and keep your feet in great shape so you can get the most out of your runs.

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Finding time to Run

It’s so important to build running into - and around - your busy life. Once it’s part of your routine, it becomes a non-negotiable - and hard to say no.

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Top Pre-Run Nutrition Tips

With the right combination of reducing your running and tweaking your diet, you can fuel your muscles to have your greatest run ever!

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Why training is really important

5 Reasons Why Training Is Really, Really, Really Important So, you’ve signed up for a Great Run – bravo! We’re thrilled that you’re going to be…

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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…

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Best running routes for Brummie runners

If your training for the AJ Bell Great Birmingham Run is well underway but you’re tired of the same old routes, we’re here to help. Whether you’…

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Put The Spring Back In Your Step

We’ve come up with five ways to celebrate the advent of Spring, and to make the most of that incredible feeling of we-can-do-anything positivity!

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Staying hydrated when running

Staying hydrated can help to ensure you put in your best performance on event day and make the most of all the hard work you’ve put in during tr…

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Stretches For Your Hamstrings and Calves

Here are some specific stretches for your calves and hamstrings to ease tension and fatigue.

Business Challenge

The AJ Bell Great Run Series Business Challenge is a great opportunity for businesses to engage in all-important team building or focus on charity fundraising.

Pick your event, gather your colleagues, enter your team, and join us on the start line!

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