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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...

Nutrition & Hydration
How To Compete Without Meat

More high-profile names than ever are proving that a vegetarian diet can enhance performance progress rather than reverse it.

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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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Six smart steps to healthy joints

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

Nutrition & Hydration
Six Foods Every Runner Should Eat

Forget expensive supplements and shakes. The best sports nutrition products are right under your nose.

Training Advice
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.

Event Day Tips
Make The Most Of The Shortest Day Of The Year

Here are 6 tips to get you out of the house and running in the dark despite it being the shortest day of the year…

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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Tips on Running Up Hills

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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