Running in the heat: How to stay safe, hydrated and comfortable
Running in hot weather can be tough on the body — but with the right gear, hydration strategy and mindset, summer miles can be your strongest yet. In this guide,...
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London Marathon 2025: A Record-Breaking Run Through the Heart of the Capital
The average finish time for 2025? A swift 4 hours, 6 minutes, and 7 seconds. That’s just over 10 minutes faster than in 2022!
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Running in Altras: Why Their Unique FootShape & Low Drop Might Just Change Your Stride
Ever noticed Altra shoes on our wall and wondered what sets them apart? They look a little different — in the best way — and they feel even better on...
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What Happens After the Finish Line? Your Essential Post-Race Recovery Guide
Crossing the finish line of a marathon - whether it was London, Manchester, or any other race — is an unforgettable achievement. But your running journey doesn’t end there. How...
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Running & Your Menstrual Cycle: How to Optimize Training Through Every Phase
For many women, running during their menstrual cycle can feel like navigating uncharted territory. The hormonal shifts throughout your cycle can impact energy levels, endurance, strength, and even hydration needs....
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🏃♀️ Running Trainers vs. Car Tyres: The Wear and Tear Connection 🚗
Ever thought about how your running shoes are like the tyres on your car? Both are designed for performance, durability, and safety—but they don’t last forever! 👉 How many miles...
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How to Start Running (and Stick to It!) in the New Year
Hello, fellow runners-to-be! If you’ve been eyeing the New Year as the perfect time to start running, you’re not alone. Running is one of the simplest and most rewarding ways...
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Embracing the dark side I.e. WINTER RUNNING!
Ah, winter! That magical time of year when everything turns to ice, your nose feels like an icicle, and daylight seems to have packed its bags for an extended holiday...
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An IRONMAN's kit list!
Following on from his IRONMAN victory in Hamburg, Rik shared with us his MUST-HAVE kit items for his IRONMAN. If you're considering taking on the mighty challenge of an IRONMAN,...
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'Rik Milne you are an IRONMAN'
'Looking back, I underestimated my ability and chose a start pen of 90mins to 100mins. This meant I was waiting longer for my start, increasing nerves and anxiety and then...
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The Thrill of the Trail: Embracing Off-Road Running and our build up to the 55th OMM
If you’re an avid runner or even someone who’s considering lacing up for the first time, you’ve probably heard whispers about the magic of trail running. As someone who’s dedicated...
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Inside the mind of a long-distance runner: part two – essential running kit and why I love long-distance running
Inside the mind of a long-distance runner: part two – essential running kit and why I love long-distance running. We hope the first part of our long-distance running blog made...
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Inside the mind of a long-distance runner: part one – from the London Marathon to a 1,500-mile challenge
Do you enjoy running, but perhaps need a new challenge to get your teeth into? Have you always wondered what it takes to tackle a long-distance running event? Or maybe...
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Pregnancy exercise with Sophie
Following on from our previous blog about running in pregnancy, we sat down with Running Bear’s Sophie to find out more about her own experiences of exercising while pregnant. As a...
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Winter Running – Tips and Advice
Winter running can be a great way to stay active and enjoy the outdoors during the colder months. However, it’s important to have the right gear to stay warm and...
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Running in pregnancy – some dos and don’ts
“Is it safe?” is a question that we frequently hear being asked with regards to running in pregnancy. Exercise, as well as making you feel great, has many health benefits,...
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Rik talks triathlons: part three – working towards an Ironman Triathlon
Why just run, when you can add in swimming and cycling to make it a full body workout? In the final part of our triathlon series, Rik explains that his...
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Rik talks triathlons: part two – essential triathlon kit, nutrition and training
In part two of our triathlon series, Rik discusses the essential triathlon kit that everyone needs, the importance of nutrition and those tricky transitions! For more inspiration, you can always...
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Rik talks triathlons: part one – from zero to Bala Triathlon 2022
For our latest blog series, we are talking all things triathlon with our very own Rik Milne. Rik has recently completed the Bala Triathlon 2022 (which was his first Olympic...
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