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Ways to get motivated to run

Lost your running mojo? You’re not alone. One of the questions we get asked most often is: how can I find the motivation to run? They say starting is the hardest part. But once you take the plunge and begin your training routine, how do you stay motivated to keep running?

Whether you’ve got a case of the winter running blues or you need a bit of a pep talk to keep a positive and motivated mindset, we’ve got some great tips for you.

Here you’ll find all our best advice to keep you running – yes, even in January! From buddying up, sharing on socials, making high-energy playlists, to goal setting and trying new routes, we’ve got you covered. You’ve got this!

Motivation & Psychology

Motivation & Psychology
What is a Runner’s High, and How to Catch One

A rush of endorphins, a state of euphoria, a feeling of intense joy - just a few of the ways that people describe a runner’s high.

Motivation & Psychology
How to have a no-pressure new year

The New Year period shouldn’t be your punishment for indulging or relaxing over Christmas. Give yourself a break, get motivated and be kind to yourself.

Motivation & Psychology
10 Tips To Get You Running This January

Taking your first step outdoors in January can be tough. Here are our 10 tips to get your running this January.

Motivation & Psychology
How to run for longer and cultivate a runner’s mindset

Read on for our five top tips for honing your runner mindset and you’ll soon find yourself racking up some serious distances.

Motivation & Psychology
How does running help your mental health?

here are five scientific studies that prove there’s plenty of reasons to lace up and let go of your worries.

Motivation & Psychology
Five must-see films about running

On days when energy is low, an inspirational running film movie could be just the pick-me-up you need.

Motivation & Psychology
How to create your ultimate running playlist

What’s the science behind a great set of running tunes, and where can you get some inspiration for new music to keep your running playlists fresh?

Motivation & Psychology
The myths – and the truth – about the health benefits of running

There are a lot of running myths out there - so we want to separate fact from fiction and share the health benefits of running.

Motivation & Psychology
Coming Back From Injury and How to Get Back into Training in Time For Your Next Run

Coming back from injury can be physically and mentally challenging. Eilish McColgan knows this well and shares what works for her when coming back from injury.

Motivation & Psychology
Top Tips for Running in the Winter Season

As the weather cools, it's important to be ready to keep your running on track. Eilish McColgan helps by sharing her top tips for running this winter.

Motivation & Psychology
How Can I Run Further? Adding in the Miles to get from 5K to a Half-Marathon and Beyond

Running further and increasing your distances can be difficult, but it is possible. Read on for our helpful tips on how to run for longer.

Motivation & Psychology
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.

Motivation & Psychology
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!

Motivation & Psychology
Beat the winter running blues

We’re looking forward to drier weather – in fact. Even daring to dream of sunshine and digging out some shorts.

Motivation & Psychology
How to keep a positive and motivated mindset

Here are some tips to stay positive, keep motivated, and help you to look after your mind and mental health.

Runner in santa hat stands at start line

Motivation & Psychology
Top Reasons To Run this Christmas

It may be Christmas but that doesn’t mean you have to stay inside by the fire..

Motivation & Psychology
Blow Off The Cobwebs!

As the evenings get darker earlier, now is a great time to blow off the cobwebs and focus your attention on your winter running goals.

Motivation & Psychology
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.

Motivation & Psychology
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:

Motivation & Psychology
10 Things You Might Not Know About A Marathon

Here are ten facts about the 26.2mile event that you might not know!…

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