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The Casualty , Silent Witness and now Emmerdale star, 61, on getting heat stroke during a marathon and why running makes her feel empowered

“Jesus, my butt hurts,” I say to myself as I return the saddle after a short climb. I knew I should’ve given the tri-suit a few extra outings in the run-up to this race. It’s not that I haven’t worn i

From being too nervous to hold his binoculars to calling some of the greatest races, this week Derek “Tommo” Thompson retired after 60 years as a commentator

FIVE RUNNERS WHO’VE BEEN GIVEN DEVASTATING HEALTH PROGNOSES SHARE INSPIRING STORIES OF THE MILES THEY’VE RUN IN THE TIME THEY MIGHT NOT HAVE HAD

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Whatever the distance, running requires dedication. It’s about discipline and digging deep, passion and pushing boundaries. But it’s also about feeling good. Running can liberate you from a sluggish body and even inject youthfulness into old age. And regardless of your level or experience, you can always learn more…