Most people love a parkrun, and that goes for its creator also. We catch up with founder Paul Sinton-Hewitt to talk childhood heroes, running misconceptions and healthy living. If you’re a regular at the weekend running event, keep your eyes peeled for this one.
If you’re looking for something a bit more training based, this one’s for you. Swap park talk for gym advice with Martin Yelling’s piece on strength training. The endurance coach explains how runners can benefit from a bit of heavy (and, yes, even light) lifting.
Running’s no fun without a bit of adventure, right? In this one, James Carnegie goes all out to prove that, with a little planning, an epic running experience is only round the corner. Two flights, one day trip and unlimited access to Northern Ireland’s trails. Not bad.
It’s warming to know that spring is only a matter of months away, but that still doesn’t guarantee sun and blue skies. Be ready for the unpredictable weather this year and buy appropriately. To help you on your way, we offer a few suggestions.
If you dig a trail, then you’ll want to check out our pick of the best current off-road running shoes. Everyone has a favourite, but there’s nothing wrong with taking a look at what the market has to offer. Who knows, you might just find a future partner.
As always, we’ve also got all the latest news and reviews to keep you running strong as the cold nights begin to draw in.
