It is time for the one-mile running challengeYou choose the where and the how, and you reap the benefitsMon Nov 28 2022 - 05:01
The lure of a marathon lottery: should you put your name in the hat?Behind every smiling finish-line face are many months of dedication, focus, setbacks and determinationMon Nov 14 2022 - 05:31
Don’t wait until January: Four reasons to start running nowMary Jennings: Bring yourself forward eight weeks from now and imagine heading out for a run over the Christmas holidaysMon Oct 31 2022 - 05:01
How to survive living with a marathoner as they approach the big dayIt can be draining being the fulltime counsellor and enthusiastic cheerleader for a marathoner and you don’t even get the glory of crossing a finish line.Mon Oct 17 2022 - 05:31
Fake a smile, listen to upbeat music and other ways to overcome a slump while runningMary Jennings: Dips in energy and enthusiasm can hit at any point along a run. Here is how to bounce backTue Oct 4 2022 - 05:01
Gearing ourselves up for the change of seasonMary Jennings: Now is the time to reluctantly accept that the sense of freedom and lightness of summer running is almost goneMon Sep 19 2022 - 05:01
Six tips for marathoners as they hit peak mileageSeptember provides the ideal opportunity for marathon runners to fine-tune preparations for the big dayMon Sep 5 2022 - 05:01
Five tips for getting back running this autumnNow is the perfect time to plan a return to running as autumnal days beckonMon Aug 22 2022 - 05:31
What is the marathon ‘wall’ and how do you avoid it?Mary Jennings: I’ve yet to hit the wall in my many years of marathon running, you can train your body to avoid itMon Aug 8 2022 - 06:01
What’s on your summer running bucket list?Start with your long list of great intentions, but then narrow your wish list down to a few key plans and focus on making them happenMon Jul 25 2022 - 06:01
How to turn your child into your personal trainer this summerReframing physical activity can turn the most reluctant mover into an enthusiastic leader or coachMon Jul 11 2022 - 06:00
Should you bring your runners on holiday?Mary Jennings: Fit running into your holiday if it excites you but don’t ruin your break by forcing itMon Jun 27 2022 - 06:00
Top five mistakes first-time marathoners makeMarathon fever can cause novice runners to make crazy decisions in preparation for the big dayTue Jun 14 2022 - 06:00
How to treat your running feet this summerHelp them gradually get used to warmer times – whether it’s in flip flop or going barefootMon May 30 2022 - 06:01
Would you call yourself a good runner?Remember, the clock is just one of many ways of defining running successMon May 16 2022 - 06:01
How to find the perfect running training plan for youEight weeks is a reasonable length of time to plan ahead in detailMon May 2 2022 - 06:01
Do you spend your time running or feeling guilty for not running?Each day that you skip knocks a little piece off your fitness and running confidenceMon Apr 18 2022 - 06:01
Long-distance running: How to train now for a big run later this yearIt’s time to get started so by summer you can clearly focus on the big raceMon Apr 4 2022 - 06:01
Small changes that can get you out the door for a runIs your motivation to run low even though you love it? Here’s how to take that first stepMon Mar 21 2022 - 06:01
How to choose the perfect running distance for youThe only way to find out what works for you is to set new challengesMon Mar 7 2022 - 06:01
How quickly should we return to running after having Covid?Rushing back to training, even if symptoms were mild, could do more harm than goodMon Feb 21 2022 - 06:01
It is time to get back to road racesWe all experienced the pandemic differently: do not let fear stop you signing up to a raceMon Feb 7 2022 - 06:01
Running with Ashling on our minds: ‘We feel more vulnerable than ever’Mary Jennings: We must ensure we do our best to look after our outdoor communityMon Jan 24 2022 - 06:01
January is the hardest month to motivate yourself to runWhere will your running take you this year? It might help to take it one month at a timeMon Jan 10 2022 - 08:17
Why you should create a running diary for 2022We cannot predict the future but we can keep track of how we navigate through itMon Dec 27 2021 - 06:01
Five reasons to keep running (or walking) through the Christmas holidaysYule enjoy the lazy, chocolate-filled days more by staying active over the festive periodWed Dec 15 2021 - 06:01
Alternative gifts for the runner in your life this ChristmasRunners are quite a fussy bunch but there are plenty of options available from pedicure vouchers to a race event awayMon Nov 29 2021 - 06:01
Fresh air therapy makes even more sense in the busy run-up to ChristmasRunning can prove the perfect antidote and celebration in the stressful month of DecemberMon Nov 15 2021 - 06:01
Is now the time for you to get a running coach?Expert support can be key to reaching targets especially if progress has stalledTue Nov 2 2021 - 06:01
For those of you who read these running articles but don’t actually run...You have a world of opportunity ahead of you. Just take it one run at a time and enjoy itWed Oct 20 2021 - 06:01
Six important things to do when tapering for the marathonWith a plan in place, marathon-day worry can stay on paper rather than waste valuable energyMon Oct 4 2021 - 06:01
September: The perfect time to fall in love with runningMake the most of this month’s daylight and enjoy the beauty of changing seasonsMon Sep 20 2021 - 06:01
How to tackle the return of the 5km parkrunHere are some tips to help you get back into your strideSun Sep 5 2021 - 06:01
Long-distance runners: Food to fuel your trainingDon’t load up on carbs or down litres of water the night before a long runMon Aug 23 2021 - 06:01
Don’t let summer run away on you: Eight tips for runners this AugustRegardless of how your recent training has gone, there’s still time to catch upMon Aug 9 2021 - 06:01
Fitness and pregnancy: What’s changed over the past five years?From fertility to the toddler stage, there’s a wealth of information on feeling goodMon Jul 26 2021 - 06:01
How summer messes up our exercise routine – and what to do about itEmbrace the madness, find opportunities to move and seek out ‘me time’Mon Jul 12 2021 - 06:01
Should you train for a marathon this summer?Use this uncertain time to get a plan together and build your mileageMon Jun 28 2021 - 06:01
Ten ways to make running in warm weather easierHydrate in advance and travel light: simple steps can improve summer runsMon Jun 14 2021 - 06:01
How to make the most of another summer without road races and parkrunYou don't need traditional events to create a memorable running journey this summerMon May 31 2021 - 06:01
Pandemic runners: Will you keep it up and resist temptation?To continue running over the summer, make it fun and explore new routesMon May 17 2021 - 06:01
Is it better to run on your own or with someone else?Running solo has become the norm out of necessity rather than choice during the pandemicTue May 4 2021 - 06:01
Mary Jennings: Is walking during a run cheating?Many runners use a run-walk-run method to help run faster and speed up recoveryMon Apr 19 2021 - 06:01
Mary Jennings: What is the best surface to run on?It’s the perfect time of year to test yourself on new terrain such as grass and sandMon Apr 5 2021 - 06:01
Getting tired of your usual 5km route? Here’s how to change it up15 ways to approach your next run to take you out of your running rutMon Mar 22 2021 - 06:01
Ready to run more than 5km? Here’s how to get it rightWith a stretch in the evenings, you might be inspired to take on a longer distanceTue Mar 9 2021 - 06:01
Imagination: Your secret weapon for when running gets too hardI imagine Mary Poppins floating effortlessly through the air when I need a boostMon Feb 22 2021 - 06:01
How to fall back in love with runningWait until you feel the time is right if you don’t have the energy or time right nowMon Feb 8 2021 - 06:00
Ready to run from Bordeaux to Paris? Or how about taking on the Inca trail next month?With no big race days on the horizon or chances to travel, runners have had to adaptMon Jan 25 2021 - 06:01
Get Running: How to plan in a year of uncertaintyMary Jennings on things we can do to carry us through the remainder of this winterMon Jan 11 2021 - 06:01