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New to Running Bear: happystride!
We are so excited at Running Bear to stock a brand like happystride. Like us, charity is a huge part of their business. happystride makes a donation from each sale to support mental health charities.....
18th Sep 2021. Bear Team News and Advice by Lucy Benson -
Marathon Advice from Team New Balance
Check out this great advice from our friends over at @teamnbmcr for all those preparing for autumn marathons. Give them a follow to track their progress! With the @londonmarathon fast approaching and most tapers beginning,....
17th Sep 2021. Bear Team News and Advice by Lucy Benson -
Running Bear at the National Running Show
Having the best first day at @nationalrunningshow So many lovely new Bears that we’ve met, can’t wait to see photos of you all in your new kit! Another fun day ahead tomorrow, then we’re looking....
15th Sep 2021. Bear Team News and Advice by Lucy Benson -
VÅGA Cap Review
At Running Bear, we love VÅGA caps! They are available in a variety of dazzling colours and suit every type of outdoor enthusiast. While these caps are lightweight and breathable, we like them because they....
09th Sep 2021. Bear Team News and Advice by Lucy Benson -
Charmaine’s Journey
Our Bear Char has been on quite the running journey recently, here’s how it’s going in her words. ‘I was extremely lucky to gain a ballot place in the 2021 London Marathon. The only problem....
01st Sep 2021. Bear Team News and Advice by Lucy Benson -
The Bear’s TOP Tips for Running your first Marathon
Our Bear’s have a wealth of experience in Marathons and we asked them what are their top tips for a first time marathon runner. Malc “Build up the mileage gradually and don’t neglect rest days.....
23rd Aug 2021. Bear Team News and Advice by Ellie Bird -
Saucony Omni 20 Review
Introducing the new Saucony Omni 20 Saucony is pronounced ‘sock uh knee’ not ‘sauce no ee’ or ‘sock coney’ or any other variations 😵💫…..anyway I digress Back on topic, how awesome looking is the new....
18th Aug 2021. Bear Team News and Advice by Lucy Benson -
3 Protein Tips from Max at OTE
Max popped in to see us today to discuss all things OTE, training and how he recovers best Here are his top 3 protein tips! Love the idea of taking protein at night before you....
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How to Prevent Runner's Nipple
Let’s talk.. Nipples! Okay we know it can still be seen as a taboo/embarrassing topic for some. How do we know? Because it’s one of our most searched items online and yet we rarely get....
15th Aug 2021. Injury Prevention by Lucy Benson -
Using Kinesiology tape for a sore calf
Jordanna came in with a sore calf after a weekend hill-climbing, we decided to tape to help enhance her recovery ❤️🩹 Here’s how to do it! Taping is a great way of reducing swelling, increasing....
12th Aug 2021. Injury Prevention by Lucy Benson -
Race Pace Conversion Chart
Running Bear Pace Conversion Chart Ever wondered how fast you need to run to reach a certain PB? Well, now we have a chart for that! If you need any help achieving your running goals,....
10th Aug 2021. Bear Team News and Advice by Lucy Benson -
ZAAZEE at Running Bear
Manchester Based Sportswear Brand We are pleased to announce that we are now offering the award-winning Independent sportswear brand, ZAAZEE! This brand was launched in 2014 and is based in Manchester. ZAAZEE uses only amazing....
08th Aug 2021. Bear Team News and Advice by Lucy Benson -
Brooks Ghost 14 Review | Running Bear
At Running Bear in Alderley Edge, we love the Brooks Ghost 14! This neutral mid cushion shoe is a fan favourite and is perfect for beginners. You can order this Ghost on our website, runningbear.co.uk....
29th Jul 2021. Bear Team News and Advice by Lucy Benson -
Jonny Mellor Training Programmes
Jonny Mellor is the founder of JM Coaching and a professional athlete for Team New Balance Manchester-based in the UK. Jonny has offered Running Bear some of his top-notch training programmes for runners of all....
26th Jul 2021. Training Programmes by Lucy Benson -
Best Running Gifts for Her
Buying for a runner can be a tricky challenge, as running gear is niche and personal. So we’ve created this guide to make sure you can get your loved one a thoughtful gift. Budget £0-£10....
12th Jul 2021. Bear Team News and Advice by The Bear Team -
Best Running Gifts for Him
Buying for Him Buying for a runner can be a tricky challenge, as running gear is niche and personal. So we’ve created this guide to make sure you can get your loved one a thoughtful....
12th Jul 2021. Bear Team News and Advice by The Bear Team -
Our Running Bee Partnership
Running Bee Foundation and Running Bear hold a shared passion for running and ensuring the physical wellbeing of the next generation of runners with access to essential community facilities. Our partnership covers many key areas,....
08th Jul 2021. Bear Team News and Advice by Lucy Benson -
Summer Trail Running Must Haves
Summer is here! Below are the Bear’s favourite items for runners on the trail. Trail Shoes There are some fabulous summer trail options out there! We love the ON Cloudventure in the summer, as it....
26th Jun 2021. Bear Team News and Advice by Ellie Bird -
August Virtual Event: The Superhero Run
We’re spreading the word about a fantastic virtual event that is being put on in August called The Superhero Run in support of Make a Wish. The challenge is to run either your age or....
25th Jun 2021. Bear Team News and Advice by Lucy Benson -
Jason Lynch: Behind the Utopia and Heaton Running Bear Collections
Jason Lynch is the creative genius behind our new Utopia Collection! We are so excited for this new Running Bear Collection to launch. Our collection is comprised of unique running gear but the clothing is....
25th Jun 2021. Bear Team News and Advice by RunningBear -
Why Bamboo is for you!
Ventilation & Performance Bamboo fabric offers fantastic ventilation for heat as it has microscopic holes in the fibres, keeping you fresher and dryer for longer. The natural bamboo fibre structure repels moisture and therefore wicks....
25th Jun 2021. Bear Team News and Advice by Ellie Bird -
Best Neutral Running Shoes 2021
Running Bear’s Favourite Neutral Running Shoes Below are our top 5 picks for best running shoes in 2021. If you have any questions about these running shoes and if they would be the right fit....
15th Jun 2021. Bear Team News and Advice by Ellie Bird -
Everything You Need to Know About Running Spikes
ALL THINGS SPIKES Hitting the track – 100m Sprint or 1500m? A Cross Country race in the diary? At all these events you will see athletes wearing spikes. Yet a 100m Sprinter usually has a....
13th Jun 2021. Bear Team News and Advice by Ellie Bird -
Mighty Hike, In memory of Irene Hynes
Running Bear is proud to support Fundraising for Macmillan Cancer Support and the Yorkshire Dales Mighty Hike 2021, on 3 July 2021. Details: On Saturday 3 July the team will be tackling the Macmillan Mighty....
11th Jun 2021. Bear Team News and Advice by Lucy Benson -
Akkeal Tries the Endorphin Pro 2 on a Windy Day in Greater Manchester
The Endorphin Pro 2 is now available at Running Bear and we could not wait to get our paws on them! After a warm-up in the New Balance 1080s Akkeal did some 1k repeats on....
09th Jun 2021. Bear Team News and Advice by Lucy Benson -
Why Cycling is Great Cross Training for Runners
Running Bears often double up as Cycling Bears – but why do we and so many other runners love mixing up our running training with cycling? Improve Your Stamina Firstly, cycling is another great way....
02nd Jun 2021. Bear Team News and Advice by Ellie Bird -
Top 5 Walking Trainers
Even though we are called “Running” Bear we are happy to help walkers find a perfect pair of shoes for their feet! Below are our Top 5 Walking Shoes. If you have any questions about....
31st May 2021. Bear Team News and Advice by Ellie Bird -
Yoga on the Edge Studio is Now OPEN!
Running Bear is thrilled that our friends at Yoga on the Edge Studio have opened their doors on Monday 17th May 2021. They couldn’t be happier to open the doors to our Cheshire yogis and....
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Yogi Bears – May 17th Catch up 🐻🧘♀️
Running Bear Specialty Running Shop in Alderley Edge, UK, offers free yoga every Monday at 6 pm. If you would like to join us for these virtual sessions, join our FREE running club by visiting....
18th May 2021. Yoga by Lucy Benson -
Our Hydration Tips
Why is Hydration So Important & How to Stay Hydrated Taking into account hydration is crucial for your running, whether you’re just starting out with your Couch to 5k or doing an Ultra. It’s not....
17th May 2021. Nutrition and Recipes by Ellie Bird -
Banish those Blisters! A Blister Guide From Asics
You have almost certainly been there – you begin to notice a slight rubbing on your foot which develops into a sharp scratchy pain. You have just developed a blister! Blisters are the bane of....
10th May 2021. Injury Prevention by Lucy Benson -
Yogi Bears – May 3rd Catch up 🐻🧘♀️
Running Bear Specialty Running Shop in Alderley Edge, UK, offers free yoga every Monday at 6 pm. If you would like to join us for these virtual sessions, join our FREE running club by visiting....
04th May 2021. Yoga by Lucy Benson -
Yoga on the Edge: Yogathon 2021 | Saturday 8th May 2021 | 7am - 7pm via Zoom
Attention All Yogi Bears! Join Yoga on the Edge to Support The Christie Hospital Every year Cheshire’s yogi’s are challenged to 12 hours of yoga practice all in the name of charity. Yoga on the....
01st May 2021. Yoga by Lucy Benson -
Cooking with Justine: How to Make Healthy Pavlova for Runners | Vegan
Pavlova is one of the healthiest puddings out there… if you know how to make it! In this video, we share a standard pavlova & a vegan pavlova. Running Bear has 30 years of knowledge....
28th Apr 2021. Nutrition and Recipes by Lucy Benson -
Plantar Fasciitis: Tips & Advice
There’s nothing worse than waking up with that pesky pain under your foot. Many of us Bears have had it, which isn’t surprising considering Plantar Fasciitis is one of the most common causes of pain....
28th Apr 2021. Injury Prevention by Ellie Bird -
Shin splints from Pain to Recovery
Shin splints are a common injury for all runners. If left untreated, this injury can take many runners away from the sport they love. In this blog article, our friend Kate shares her experience dealing....
27th Apr 2021. Injury Prevention by Lucy Benson -
Cooking with Justine: How to Make Delicious Cereal Bars
On this episode of Cooking with Justine, we learn how to make delicious cereal bars that can fuel our next run. Watch Justine Live on her Instagram
13th Apr 2021. Nutrition and Recipes by Lucy Benson -
Cooking with Justine: How to Make a Buddha Bowl
On this episode of Cooking with Justine, we learn how to make a healthy yet fun Buddha Bowl
13th Apr 2021. Nutrition and Recipes by Lucy Benson -
Running in the Morning vs. at Night: Which is Better?
Trying to establish a running routine can be hard, and finding the time of day that works best for you even harder. As runners, we are always looking to optimise our runs, from the clothing....
30th Mar 2021. Bear Team News and Advice by RunningBear -
Transformation Race & Virtual Training Sessions 🚀
🚀 NEW RACE ANNOUNCEMENT 🚀 Are you ready to join us on a journey that will take you out of this world? 🌏 Introducing our Transformation 10k Race! 🥇 Whether you’re aiming to hit your....
29th Mar 2021. Training Programmes by Lucy Benson -
Running Bear's Emmaus Couch to 5k Stars! ♥⭐
Last week we had the absolute pleasure of helping out @emmaussw with their C25K beginners group and Wow… It left us feeling so warm and happy inside, we simply had to share it with you guys!....
24th Mar 2021. Running Heroes by Ellie Bird -
Long Sunday Run Fuel - Over Baked Porridge 🥣😝
24th Mar 2021. Nutrition and Recipes by Ellie Bird -
Cooking with Justine: Rocky Road👩🍳
24th Mar 2021. Nutrition and Recipes by Ellie Bird -
Tips from Jonny Mellor for a ParkRun PB 🌳🏃♀️
Park runs are just around the corner… and just like the rest of you Bears, we can’t wait until they’re back! Here are some top tips from British Marathon Champion Jonny Mellor on how to....
24th Mar 2021. Running Heroes by Ellie Bird -
From Lockdown to 5K! Programme🏃♂️⬅🚶♂️ Weeks 11 & 12
From lockdown to 5k…and with a smile! Weeks 10 and 11 in the bag!!…We knew you could do this! So here we bring weeks the finale!!! We all know that running is great for us…It....
24th Mar 2021. Training Programmes by Nick Bishop -
Q&A with Running Bear Founder Geoff Pettengell 🏃♂️🐻
24th Mar 2021. Running Heroes by The Bear Team -
RBRC TRAINING PLAN – WEEKS 34– 40🏃♂️
Hello Bears! Below are the training plans from Week 34-40.
24th Mar 2021. Training Programmes by Nick Bishop -
From Lockdown to 5K! Programme🏃♂️⬅🚶♂️ Weeks 9 & 10
From lockdown to 5k…and with a smile! Weeks eight and nine in the bag!!…We knew you could do this! So here we bring weeks nine and ten! We all know that running is great for....
24th Mar 2021. Training Programmes by Nick Bishop -
Yogi Bears – Catch up🐻🧘♀️
24th Mar 2021. Yoga by Clare Broomhead -
Cooking with Justine: Pesto Beetroot Hummus👩🍳
Cooking with Justine: Pesto Beetroot Hummus Learn more about this delicious recipe by watching the video below!
24th Mar 2021. Nutrition and Recipes by Justine O'Donnell -
Yogi Bears – Yoga Catch up🐻🧘♀️
13th Mar 2021. Yoga by Clare Broomhead -
Cooking with Justine: Banana Bread👩🍳
This weeks treat with our wonderful nutritionist @justineodonnell_ 😍 Live every Saturday morning at 11am or catch up on here! She will be making tasty (and healthy!) Banana bread 🍌😋 The perfect pre & post....
12th Mar 2021. Nutrition and Recipes by Justine O'Donnell -
Cooking with Justine: Super Smoothies👩🍳
We are back in the Kitchen with @justineodonnell_ and this week it’s Smoothies! Smoothies are perfect for runners who struggle to get food down them immediately after a hard training session or runners who maybe....
28th Feb 2021. Nutrition and Recipes by Justine O'Donnell -
Q&A with Paralympic Gold Medalist Danny Crates 🥇
22nd Feb 2021. Running Heroes by Nick Bishop -
From Lockdown to 5K! Programme🏃♂️⬅🚶♂️ Weeks 7 & 8
From lockdown to 5k and with a smile! Weeks five & six in the bag!!… We knew you could do this! So here we bring weeks seven & eight! We all know that running is....
21st Feb 2021. Training Programmes by Nick Bishop -
Cooking with Justine: Savoury Muffins👩🍳
Enjoy this recipe of Savoury Muffins the perfect snack to eat between training sessions. Follow our video below to learn more!
21st Feb 2021. Nutrition and Recipes by Justine O'Donnell -
Q&A with Jonny Mellor 🏃♂️🥇
Watch our Q&A with New Balance Runner Jonny Mellor below!
21st Feb 2021. Running Heroes by Ellie Bird -
Cooking with Justine: Pancakes👩🍳🥞
In this segment of Cooking with Justine, Justine makes delicious Pancakes any runners favourite!
19th Feb 2021. Nutrition and Recipes by Justine O'Donnell -
Yogi Bears - Catch up🐻🧘♀️
19th Feb 2021. Yoga by Clare Broomhead -
Yogi Bears - Catch up🐻🧘♀️
19th Feb 2021. Yoga by Clare Broomhead -
Becoming a 'Lockdown Runner'
The wonderful Hannah Adshead, who runs the inspiring page @_healthyhann has written a wonderful blog on her site – you can read more of her articles here! When the Prime Minister, Boris Johnson, announced the UK’s....
15th Feb 2021. Running Heroes by The Bear Team -
Q&A with Jamie Baulch 🥇
Join us as we chat all things Olympics, Mr Kipling cakes and friends with the absolute legend @jamiebaulch – one Q&A you don’t want to miss! 😍🥇
10th Feb 2021. Running Heroes by The Bear Team -
Cooking with Justine: Valentines Red Velvet Muffins👩🍳
07th Feb 2021. Nutrition and Recipes by Justine O'Donnell -
Q&A with Ultra Legend Marcus Scotney
07th Feb 2021. Running Heroes by The Bear Team -
Cooking with Justine: Pre & Post Run Cookies
31st Jan 2021. Nutrition and Recipes by Justine O'Donnell -
Hypnotherapy with Lucy Thompson 🌸
29th Jan 2021. Bear Team News and Advice by The Bear Team -
Cook with Justine: Omelette Wraps 👩🍳
26th Jan 2021. Nutrition and Recipes by Justine O'Donnell -
Q&A with Ciara Mageean ❤️
Join us as we talk all things running, lockdown and gardening (🤣) with 800m Irish record holder Ciara from the New Balance team! 🙌🏼❤️
25th Jan 2021. Running Heroes by The Bear Team -
Yogi Bears - Catch up 18 Nov🐻🧘♀️
18th Jan 2021. Yoga by Clare Broomhead -
Soul Food Swaps 🔄🥑🥕
We’re all about food at Running Bear 🐻 especially food that makes us feel good from the inside out! 😍 🍠- Sweet Potatoes contain vitamin B6 & magnesium, both great for lifting your mood! 🥣-....
18th Jan 2021. Nutrition and Recipes by The Bear Team -
Mental Health, Running and the effects it can have on us.
Hello, my name is James and I just wanted to take a few minutes to introduce myself, also share a little bit of my story with you my fellow bears and the running community. My....
18th Jan 2021. Running Heroes by James Ellis -
Cook with Justine: Chocolate & Banana Squares 😋🍫
15th Jan 2021. Nutrition and Recipes by Ellie Bird -
Q&A with Marathon runner Andy Davies 🏃🏻♂️
Join us as we chat all things marathon and trail with Andy Davies who holds the V 40 British marathon record. ♥️👏🏻 Join our Free Virtual Running Bear Running Club here! 💙
15th Jan 2021. Running Heroes by Ellie Bird -
The Bears Discuss Dieting & Running🥦🏃🏼♀️🥗🍔
We always love a bit of Bears discussion, and thought we’d post some snippets on here for our non-facebook bears! Yvonne posted the below: Just wondering if anyone can relate or has a suggestion….I have....
19th Dec 2020. Bear Team News and Advice by The Bear Team -
Muscle Release recommended by Doctor Kate 👩⚕️
Thought I would share this short clip on muscle release from Girls Run the World. As a runner and retired GP can highly recommend it. A massage or tennis ball will become your new friend....
19th Dec 2020. Injury Prevention by Kate Sutton -
🎄Running Bear Christmas Gift Guide🎄
🎄Running Bear Christmas Gift Guide🎄 1) Stance Socks Every runner will admit, you can never have too many socks! You won’t get any socks funkier and comfier than Stance. They come in different heights, so....
17th Dec 2020. Bear Team News and Advice by The Bear Team -
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Yogi Bears - Core Strength🐻🧘♀️
You guys loved it so much.. we’ve made it a permanent perk of being an RBRC member! EVERY Sunday at 5:45pm we’ll be hosting a virtual yoga class with Clare Broomhead Open to all ages,....
12th Dec 2020. Yoga by Clare Broomhead -
Christmas Smoothie Recipe 🎄🍓
10th Dec 2020. Nutrition and Recipes by Justine O'Donnell -
Winter Fuelling Tips ❄️⛽️🍴
Exposure to more extreme, inclement weather increases a runner’s energy expenditure, fluid losses, iron turnover and muscle and liver glycogen use. Therefore runners, particularly those undergoing high-intensity training runs, require additional energy and nutrient intake....
10th Dec 2020. Nutrition and Recipes by The Bear Team -
Yogi Bears 🐾 – Leg Strengthening🧘♀️– Catch Up (29 NOV)
05th Dec 2020. Yoga by Clare Broomhead -
Cook with Justine - Delicious Banana & Blueberry Muffins 😍 💕
YUM! 🤤 This week the wonderful @justineodonnell_ is showing us how to make some super tasty (and healthy!) Banana & Blueberry muffins! 😍
03rd Dec 2020. Nutrition and Recipes by Justine O'Donnell -
Jordanna & Sophie's Virtual Christmas Shopping Guide 🎅🎄🤶
27th Nov 2020. Bear Team News and Advice by The Bear Team -
Yogi Bears 🐾 – Core & Back🧘♀️– Catch Up (22 NOV)
26th Nov 2020. Yoga by Clare Broomhead -
Catch up on Sophie's Glute & Abs Burner S&C Session Here! 💪
26th Nov 2020. Bear Team News and Advice by The Bear Team -
Ali's Inspirational Running Story - 'I am a Runner!'
I am a runner! There I’ve said it, I’m no longer embarrassed, I’m proud but also humbled and don’t feel a fraud! At aged 53, it’s never too late. My circumstances to starting Couch to....
20th Nov 2020. Running Heroes by Ali Bates -
Red Thai Curry - with RBRC Nutritionist Justine (Catch Up) 🍛
20th Nov 2020. Nutrition and Recipes by Justine O'Donnell -
RBRC Q&A with Ben Eastwood Co-Owner of Benchmark Gym 💪
This is Thursday’s Q&A covering all things S&C! Thanks very much to @ben.eastwood_be S&C coach and co-owner at Benchmark Gym 💪🏽
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Catch up on Sophie's Glute & Abs Burner S&C Session Here! 💪
Get some tunes on and catch up on Sophie’s Monday workout here 🎵💪 https://vimeo.com/480214645?ref=em-share
20th Nov 2020. Bear Team News and Advice by The Bear Team -
Athletes Flapjacks – Catch up Cooking Class with RBRC Nutritionist Justine 🍎🍝🍉
This is the catch up from Saturday’s Instagram live cooking class👩🏽🍳 with nutritionist Justine O’donnell who makes delicious flapjacks perfect for hungry runners😋 These are going to be great for pre and post run snacks.
20th Nov 2020. Nutrition and Recipes by Justine O'Donnell -
Laura & Chris from Total Tri Training Q&A 🏃♂️🏊♀️🚴♀️
Laura and Chris from Total Tri Training answer some FAQs for RBRC! As we roll into Lockdown #2 many of us will be turning back to our newfound sport…running. A way of keeping active while....
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Yogi Bears 🐾 – Hip Flexors🧘♀️– Catch Up (15 Nov)
You guys loved it so much.. we’ve made it a permanent perk of being an RBRC member!🤩🙌🏼 EVERY Sunday at 5:45pm we’ll be hosting a virtual yoga class with Clare Broomhead 🧘♂️ For those who....
20th Nov 2020. Yoga by Clare Broomhead -
💪🏼 Abs & Glute burner with Bear Sophie Mellor💪🏼
💪🏼 Abs & Glute burner with @strength_for_runners on Monday at 6:30pm! No equipment necessary if you haven’t got it – just email/message us for the zoom link! 💖🙌🏼
13th Nov 2020. Bear Team News and Advice by Ellie Bird -
Yogi Bears – Hips and Hip Flexors🐻🧘♀️
Don’t forget we have our virtual free yoga class on Sunday for all you lovely bears its at 5:45pm. Open to all ages and abilities. All you have to do is click on the link below....
13th Nov 2020. Yoga by Clare Broomhead -
Athletes Flapjacks - Live Cooking Class with RBRC Nutritionist Justine 🍎🍝🍉
Hope everyone is having a good start to the week This Saturday at 10.30am we have our very first Instagram live cooking class with nutritionist Justine O’donnell – she will be making delicious flapjacks perfect....
13th Nov 2020. Nutrition and Recipes by Justine O'Donnell -
Q&A with RBRC's Sport Nutritionist Justine 🍎🍝🍉
Sport and nutrition has always been Justine’s passion, from working as a Manager at David Lloyd to qualifying in pilates and fitness instruction and running a healthy food blog . Justine is currently studying for....
06th Nov 2020. Nutrition and Recipes by Justine O'Donnell -
Yogi Bears 🐾 - Hamstrings🦵 - Catch Up (01 Nov)
You guys loved it so much.. we’ve made it a permanent perk of being an RBRC member!🤩🙌🏼 EVERY Sunday at 5:45pm we’ll be hosting a virtual yoga class with Clare Broomhead🧘♂️ For those who can’t....
06th Nov 2020. Yoga by Clare Broomhead -
How I Began - Q&A with Ambassador Carol Bird
When did you start running, and how old were you? I’d always done gym classes and run a bit on treadmills, however I didn’t start running properly until I was in my mid-forties (around 2006).....
06th Nov 2020. Running Heroes by Carol Bird -
Yogi Bears - Hamstrings Session🐻🧘♀️
Don’t forget we have our virtual free yoga class on Sunday for all you lovely bears its at 5:45pm. Open to all ages and abilities. All you have to do is click on the link below....
30th Oct 2020. Yoga by Clare Broomhead -
Yogi Bears - New Catch Up Service Launched!
As you know, every Sunday at 5:45pm we’ll be hosting a virtual yoga class with Clare Broomhead! We know how busy life is – so for those who can’t make the Sunday Sessions we will....
30th Oct 2020. Yoga by Clare Broomhead -
Jonny Mellor Wins British Title in London Marathon
On the 4th October, we were all glued to our TV screens watching Jonny Mellor compete in the 2020 London Marathon. A unique event this year because only elite athletes were taking part and it....
30th Oct 2020. Running Heroes by Catriona Marshall -
Yogi Bears - Free Yoga Every Wednesday 7pm🐻🧘♀️
You guys loved it so much… we’ve made it a permanent perk of being an RBRC member! EVERY WEDNESDAY at 7 pm we’ll be hosting a virtual yoga class with Clare Broomhead! Open to all....
25th Oct 2020. Yoga by Ellie Bird -
OTE's Nutrition & Immunity Facts🍎👩⚕️🍽
A huge thank you to OTE for writing this article on the links between our nutrition and immunity. We want to keep you bears running no matter the season! It’s that time of year again.....
20th Oct 2020. Bear Team News and Advice by The Bear Team -
The Story of Running Bear🐻🧒💙
The Bear was born in Congleton Town, He loved the fells, running up & down. The Bear thought “I need some shoes for my paws!” “Running trainers with grip, would be better than my claws”. ....
20th Oct 2020. Wisdom and Motivation by The Bear Team -
Yogi Bears🐻🧘♀️
You guys loved it so much.. we’ve made it a permanent perk of being an RBRC member! EVERY Sunday at 5:45pm we’ll be hosting a virtual yoga class with Clare Broomhead of YogaLife Alderley Edge....
16th Oct 2020. Yoga by Clare Broomhead -
The Sandstone Ultra🏃♂️
About 6 weeks ago Nico asked me whether I would be interested in running the Sandstone trail with him. I had run sections of the route in the past. But never the whole route. It....
14th Oct 2020. Running Heroes by The Bear Team -
30th Birthday Challenge 💪
BIG announcement bears.. 🤭 🔈 Challenge Time! We’re celebrating our 30th birthday with ‘CHALLENGE 30’ 😍 SOOOO many prizes to give away! Take a look below for details on how to enter & swipe for....
08th Oct 2020. Bear Team News and Advice by The Bear Team -
Mobility Matters! 🧘♀️
Hi All, I am a Movement/mobility Therapist. The team have asked me to share what I do if it interests any of you. I specialise in injury prevention making sure you move as we should....
08th Oct 2020. Injury Prevention by Emma Venables -
Calling all Ultra Runners ⛰🔈
Any ultra runners out there fancy an ultra special challenge? To celebrate our 30th birthday Malcolm Fowler & Nico Dominco are venturing across the Sandstone Trail, they plan to cover 34 miles in total –....
08th Oct 2020. Running Heroes by The Bear Team -
30th Birthday - Free Yoga Class!
We’ve got a BEARY exciting treat for you! To celebrate our 30th birthday, we’ve teamed up with our fab friends over at YogaLife Alderley Edge to offer you 2 x FREE virtual yoga sessions! Tailor....
02nd Oct 2020. Yoga by Clare Broomhead -
30 Years of Running Bear - Q&A with Geoff Pettengell
We sat down with one of Running Bear’s Founders, Geoff Pettengell to find a bit more about the beginnings of the shop you know today 🐻🛍 How did Running Bear Originally Start? This idea was....
02nd Oct 2020. Running Heroes by The Bear Team -
Running Bear Ambassador @_lureofthewild_ Q&A for RBRC🐾❓
Here is RB ambassador Josh Barrow’s (lureofthewild_) Q&A for Running Bear Running Club Members – we hope you enjoy it🤗 Want to find out more about Running Bear’s Virtual Running Club? Follow this link: https://runningbear.co.uk/running-bea…....
01st Oct 2020. Running Heroes by The Bear Team -
The More Core the Better ➕
Developing a strong core helps prevent injuries in runners. Are you finding you’re working from home and spending a lot of time sat hunched at a computer? This exercise is one of Emma’s favourites and....
30th Sep 2020. Injury Prevention by Angela Jackson - PhysioFit -
Hip & Trunk Rotation 🔁
Hip and trunk rotation are easily lost when we sit at a computer for many hours. Try this flowing drill to open up your hips and restore rotation
30th Sep 2020. Injury Prevention by Angela Jackson - PhysioFit -
Single Leg Control ⚖
Single leg control is key to efficient runners. Better balance reduces friction on joints and reduces the risk of injury. Start this drill with eyes open and then try it with eyes closed and on....
30th Sep 2020. Injury Prevention by Angela Jackson - PhysioFit -
Hip Mobility
Hip mobility is so important to improving stride length and running technique and efficiency. Gabby Physiofit’s PT is using a cloth on a slidy surface to work in to all aspects of hip mobility. You....
30th Sep 2020. Injury Prevention by Angela Jackson - PhysioFit -
Hip Mobility Challenge 🏆
Physiofit Ltd are bringing out the big guns and setting all the bears a challenge! ‘Our Physiofit athlete Seren has come up with a great hip mobility challenge for all the bears this week –....
30th Sep 2020. Injury Prevention by Angela Jackson - PhysioFit -
Hip Flexor Stretch 👏
Feeling restricted in front of the hips can be a price to pay due to long hours sitting at a desk, driving long distances or even being in a sport that requires a hip driving....
30th Sep 2020. Injury Prevention by Angela Jackson - PhysioFit -
Glute Activation 🦵
This week’s exercise is all about glute activation and is a great way to wake up the gluts each day but especially before a run Time to test your balance and maintain a good spinal....
30th Sep 2020. Injury Prevention by Angela Jackson - PhysioFit -
Glut Med Muscle Strength = Better Stability
This strength drill from Angela at Physiofit is again about getting strong around the hipsThe Glut Med muscle helps prevent the knee falling inwards when we land and helps keep the pelvis level and stable.....
30th Sep 2020. Injury Prevention by Angela Jackson - PhysioFit -
Clare's Core Exercises 💥
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30th Sep 2020. Yoga by Clare Broomhead -
Core Drills 💯
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30th Sep 2020. Yoga by Clare Broomhead -
Join Our FREE Running Bear Running Club!
Why join our Virtual Running Club? It’s completely FREE! RBRC has weekly advice, training programmes, tips and helpful videos from the RBRC Experts! You will receive exclusive offers and be able to enter competitions for....
25th Sep 2020. Wisdom and Motivation by The Bear Team -
Become a Shoe Lace Ace - Lacing Techniques 👟
The Basics Modern running shoes are designed to fit your feet as comfortably as possible. However, we are all different, whether that’s naturally how we are or because of injuries, medical conditions or simply the....
24th Sep 2020. Bear Team News and Advice by The Bear Team -
The Running Etiquette Guide
The Bears have pieced together some top tips for staying safe whilst out and about… Run against traffic so that you can see and react to any potential harm advancing (although as advised by runbritain.com....
09th Sep 2020. Bear Team News and Advice by The Bear Team -
Nick's Meditation Guide
Hi Guys! Nick here 👋 As well as physical wellbeing I’m a passionate believer in mental wellbeing, I think they go hand in hand 🤝 Fun fact 🤩 – I have a Teaching Diploma in....
09th Sep 2020. Bear Team News and Advice by Nick Heaton -
The Importance of Strength Training
Running is great for keeping you fit, however you may want to mix up your exercise routine, plus there are SOOO many benefits of strength training for runners. It is key for all types of....
09th Sep 2020. Bear Team News and Advice by The Bear Team -
OTE's Post-Run Nutrition Guide
PROTEIN TO REPAIR Protein is important for recovery. It helps to repair muscle damage and build muscle post-training. It is made up of amino acids, which are the building blocks that make up our muscles.....
09th Sep 2020. Bear Team News and Advice by The Bear Team -
Timing your Meals
What to eat and when is often the question on the mind of any runner when it comes to fitting in running around daily life. As a runner we have to consider, are we running....
09th Sep 2020. Bear Team News and Advice by The Bear Team -
Dr Kate Answers RBRC Member's Questions
Dr Kate, Chief Medic Bear answered Running Bear Running Club’s Questions last week. A recently retired GP and keen club runner, Kate used her valuable knowledge to help out the Bears’ burning questions! Want to....
08th Sep 2020. Bear Team News and Advice by Kate Sutton -
What is it like to Run an Ultra?
What is it like to do an Ultra? Biddulph RC member Simon Hodgkiss tells us about his time doing the Manchester to Liverpool GBUltra… a great read for anyone considering one! “A 3am alarm call....
16th Jul 2020. Running Heroes by The Bear Team -
Can I run with pain? - Angie from Physiofit answers your questions
Physiofit’s Angie Jackson was the host of this week’s Running Bear Virtual Running Club Facebook live series of Q&A sessions. Here she shares some of the questions asked and helps runners of all standards stay....
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Injury: RICE is out, PEACE&LOVE is in!
From PhysioFit Following an injury, RICE is out… PRICE is out… and we are now into PEACE and LOVE for all our Bears! Thank you to our Canadian friends at The Running Clinic for their....
14th Jul 2020. Injury Prevention by Angela Jackson - PhysioFit -
Alignment ⚖
Great little strength drill for all. Patterning of the left and right side of the brain helps coordination in sport. Learn to balance something on your back so that you keep good alignment and build....
14th Jul 2020. Injury Prevention by Angela Jackson - PhysioFit -
Top Toe Tips 🐾
Here are are some top toe tips from Emma at Premier Health & Fitness
11th Jul 2020. Bear Team News and Advice by Emma Venables -
Strength & Performance 🏋️♀️🏋️♂️
💥 Chris from Number One Health Strength Performance has created an amazing runners video guide for us to show you guys how to maintain strength and improve performance while in isolation: ⬆- Single leg strength....
11th Jul 2020. Bear Team News and Advice by The Bear Team -
Boobies!👀👙
Boobies! Something that we often neglect to talk about, often out of embarrassment but also because we don’t know where to start! •Encapsulation or compression? •What cup size? •What band size? •How tight should it....
11th Jul 2020. Bear Team News and Advice by The Bear Team -
Taping with Angie Jackson 💪
Since re-opening we’ve seen a lot of people with tight calves (often from upping their running significantly in lockdown). Here Angela from @PhysiofitUK shows us how to tape for a calf strain with @TheOnlyWayIs_UP kinesiology....
11th Jul 2020. Injury Prevention by Angela Jackson - PhysioFit -
5 Things I Love about Running by Harry Lancaster (@runningtoeatmore)
Exploration – This one is huge for me. The opportunity to explore new areas both local and nationwide (sometimes global) presented by running is one of my biggest motivations for doing it. Granted, a lot....
11th Jun 2020. Running Heroes by The Bear Team -
Starting Running in Lockdown
New to Running in a Unusual Time This is a strange time for all runners and I think I for one will come out of it either fatter or fitter (hopefully the latter)! Current guidelines....
17th Apr 2020. Running Heroes by Carol Bird -
Mark Wrigley - an athlete's story to inspire!
This is a story that will not only inspire you but blow your mind. It’s about a man in his 50’s who felt that he hadn’t fulfilled his potential as a young athlete and wanted....
29th Jan 2020. Running Heroes by RunningBear -
Retro Running by Nigel Holmes
I knew nothing about Retro Running which is the term for running backwards, until I chanced upon the UK Retro Running Championships which were being held in Heaton Park about 8 years ago. The park is....
22nd Jan 2020. Running Heroes by RunningBear -
Running Faster...It's just one step after another!
The question is simple enough, but harder to execute! This article is related more to our posture and gait as opposed to the training required! If we don’t run efficiently, a number of things will....
22nd Jan 2020. Wisdom and Motivation by Nick Bishop -
Ladies Night Presentation - New Year New You!
We had a SUPER successful Ladies Night on Monday 13th January!🌟Please click on the below link to view the New Year New You presentation. RB LADIES NIGHT 13Jan20 We were honoured to host a large....
22nd Jan 2020. Running Heroes by RunningBear -
Winter Running - It's only cold if you're standing still!
Warm sunny days.. Light nights.. Gone! Its Winter! Living in the UK and dare I say particularly the North West, does mean that for five months of the year running in cold and damp conditions....
20th Nov 2019. Wisdom and Motivation by Nick Bishop -
Running in the Family - Blog Post 1
The bear was fascinated to meet Ronan Kearney for an inspirational chat about running. It turned out to be so much more, as he learned about training strategies and the success of young athletes coming....
08th Nov 2019. Wisdom and Motivation by RunningBear -
"Peak Performance" Bear Talk with Nick Bishop
A big thank you to those that attended our first Bear Talk called “Peak Performance” by coach Nick Bishop. As promised attached are our slides and below are some notes to go with them. (Content....
09th Oct 2019. Running Heroes by The Bear Team -
The Artist behind the Heaton Collection - William Heaton
Running Bear are delighted to have collaborated with accomplished runner and acclaimed local artist, William Heaton, to produce The Heaton Collection, a unique and artistically beautiful range of clothing, “Artwork on a Sporting Canvas”. To....
09th Oct 2019. Running Heroes by RunningBear -
No Matter what you do in life…
The first step is always the hardest! Sport has always played a large part in my life and continues to do so. The one constant being running. During that time, I have learned much about....
17th Sep 2019. Wisdom and Motivation by Nick Bishop -
The West Highland Way
In March the Bear interviewed one of his friends, Malcolm Fowler, about running the West Highland Way (WHW). When two other friends, Cat and Kate, read about it, they decided that they’d like to do....
11th Sep 2019. Running Heroes by Malcolm Fowler -
Improving your performance…parkrun regular to PB hero!
Running has increased dramatically in popularity during the last decade, in part fuelled by the parkrun phenomenon…As a nation, there is a drive to improve our health and fitness, and growing numbers of people are....
20th Aug 2019. Wisdom and Motivation by RunningBear -
Limiting Beliefs
And a very different story We live our lives based on our perceptions of reality. How we see the outside world, as opposed to the actual! Sadly for many, it then becomes our limiting beliefs....
06th Aug 2019. Wisdom and Motivation by Nick Bishop -
It’s the night before race day…
But are you properly prepared!? It’s easy, isn’t it? You train, you put in the miles and you fine tune according to the event that you have entered…Your next big challenge! The weekend arrives....
18th Jul 2019. Wisdom and Motivation by Nick Bishop -
Introducing Nick Bishop
Nick will be taking Running Bear faster 5k sessions weekly, he’ll be supporting these and all of our runners with support and tips through his exciting blogs and podcasts, keep your paws at the ready....
14th Jul 2019. Wisdom and Motivation by RunningBear -
WISE WORDS FROM THE ORIGINAL MEMBERS OF THE WILMSLOW RUNNING CLUB
Structured Training, with Variety • “Apply the three R’s: Regularity, Regularity, Regularity” – Trevor Faulkner• Be consistent with the three critical training sessions: Tuesday intervals, a tempo run and a longer run• If you work....
17th Apr 2019. Running Heroes by Catriona Marshall -
A View From Our Physio on Injury Prevention
A Chat between The Bear and Richard Saxton, expert on gait analysis at Running Bear and injury prevention at Physiofit Bear: As a Physio, you must see a lot of running injuries, what’s your best....
07th Apr 2019. Injury Prevention by Richard Saxton -
The West Highland Way
Malcolm has been a regular customer of Running Bear for over twenty years. He’s always had a passion for fell running and cross country and since he retired from the police in 2015, he’s enjoyed....
05th Apr 2019. Running Heroes by Malcolm Fowler