beginners running
Returning to running after Covid
Returning to running after Covid – a quick guide and suggested plan.
health
The return of group running!
As the restrictions of Lockdown 3.0 start to ease this week in England, it is so good to be able to run in groups again. I don’t think I’ll realise how much I’ve missed my running family until I see them at the track, on training runs and on my Read more…
beginners running
Couch 2 5K – not just for beginners
Couch 2 5k is not just for people just starting to run
cross training
The next challenge
This Sunday I’m walking the three peaks in North Yorkshire. This is feeling strangely outside my comfort zone. I would definitely feel more comfortable running it. I’ve bought a whole new set of kit – walking boots, walking trousers, rucksack, waterproof, walking poles etc etc. I need to work out Read more…
marathon
Marathon training: no drama, just putting in the miles
Ran with the club last night – first time in a couple of weeks –and really enjoyed catching up with friends and running with the pack. Some wanted to know how the marathon training was going and one commented that I seemed to be just getting on with it. I Read more…
running
Type 2 fun and warm mince pies
Last night was the running club’s annual fancy dress run and social. Something we all look forward to and a chance to have a relaxed short run and catch up before Christmas. This year’s run was definitely Type 2 fun leaning towards Type 3 (absolute non-fun) after the first mile. Read more…
family
Sleep and the water wolves
This week another sleep-related health story hit the headlines. These stories are often accompanied by ‘how to get a good night’s sleep’ guides, which include helpful tips like ‘turn off your phone’ and ‘make sure your bedroom is a calm and peaceful environment’. And the running press have picked up Read more…