BUCKET LIST #3: SPARTATHLON
What? The gruelling Spartathlon is a 153-mile ultramarathon that mixes running history with modern racing When? 26-27 September, 2014 Where? [...]
Let the Games commence!
I’m a sucker for athletics. Whether it’s the British Trials, Diamond League meetings or, as of yesterday, the opening of [...]
6 of the best… running films
Sporting films are notoriously hit and miss. At their very best, they’re an intoxicating mix of gritty realism, detail and [...]
Dead as a Dodo
When you tell people you’re off to do a race in Mauritius, you get the same raised eyebrow every time. [...]
Summer hydration
Ultimate Direction Fastdraw 10 £15 www.betaclimbingdesigns.com If you’re looking for a bottle for your shorter runs, look no further. Ultimate [...]
Chasing time at the Olympic Museum
“Time, he’s waiting in the wings” sang rock genius and lightning-faced David Bowie. And he wasn’t wrong. Human beings’ obsession [...]
Twelve steps to getting obstacle race fit
Once upon a time, when you told someone you were a runner, the first question you’d be asked in return [...]
5 Running Holiday Destinations
Even on holiday, there’s no excuse to lay off the running training. Wherever you’re heading – beach, city break [...]
Adidas adizero Prime Boost
adidas has unveiled its first performance shoe to combine its energy return foam cushioning, BOOST with the precision fit of [...]
What type of runner are you?
Before you say “I’m not a natural runner” or “I’m not built to run”, have a think about all the [...]
Why it pays to train on the track
Running tracks. They’re the reserve of speedsters and the spike-wearing brigade, right? Wrong. Alongside the lycra-clad elites are plenty [...]