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Training Tips for Runners

Want to know the best time to replace your running shoes? Need tips on breathing techniques for runners? Maybe you’re struggling with pace, or perhaps you’re here for advice on weight training for stronger running. Whatever you need to know, we’ve pulled together our best tips and advice for running training.

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Training Advice

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10 Tips to Stay Injury Free

We’ve pulled together our ten top tips for avoiding strains, sprains, shin splints and more. Let’s go!

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Your Complete Guide to Stretching

Stretching before and after a run is about more than just a satisfying feeling – it’s vital for lengthening muscles, increasing flexibility and movement.

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Sleep tight, run better

Sleep has a vital role in helping our body and minds run smoothly, and less sleep can actually have a negative impact on running performance.

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How Often Should I Run?

All you need to know on how many times a week you should be running…

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Common Running Injuries and How To Spot Them

Most running injuries are overuse ones - meaning that they creep up on you gradually.

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How to Track Your Runs Without Spending Money

Get the lowdown on how to track your runs without spending a fortune and hear exactly why it can be a great idea for your training.

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How to smash your PB

How do you turn your new PB dream into a reality? We’ve got five helpful tips to get you on your way.

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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…

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Why Massage Is So Good For Runners

Massage isn’t just a feel-good way to indulge or pamper yourself, it is a powerful tool to help you take charge of your health and wellbeing. 

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Why running together is awesome

The benefits of running as a group are immense. Here’s five reasons why you should give #RunningTogether a go:

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Choosing A Bristol Running Club

With Great Bristol Half Marathon approaching, could joining a running club help with your pace?…

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Choose Yoga To Become A Stronger Runner

As well as being a great stretching exercise, yoga can also help you as a runner to sidestep injuries. Here are some postures to try...

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Six smart steps to healthy joints

Physiotherapist Jenny Blizzard's advice on joint preparation and how to maintain good joint health.

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How to Improve Your Running Posture

Getting your running posture right can make your runs so much easier. Here are some tips to improve your running posture.

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3 Inner-City Manchester Training Routes

Here are three handy go-to Inner-city Manchester training routes that we regularly use when we are short on time for planning.

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Common Running Injuries – and how to handle them

There are some common running injuries that can cause problems for runners of all abilities from time to time.

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Running up that hill

If you focus on integrating hills into your running routine, you’ll be astonished at the benefits that come your way.

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Why Does Speedwork Work?

Adding a little speedwork to your training will help you on your way to better times, at a range of distances from 5km all the way up to marathon!

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Give cross training a go

Shaking up your exercise routine with cross training can do wonders for your running performance. And it has other benefits, too.

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What To Eat Before A Run

When it comes to pre-run nutrition, your best bet is to play it safe. And by safe, we mean familiar.

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