Overcoming maranxiety

W elcome to the Half Marathon club! If you’ve got a goal race in mind (or you’ve already signed up) then you’ve come to the right place. First things first, bear in mind that half marathon training is

ESTHER My first ever half marathon was about 20 years ago. I’d cheered on the runners at our local half marathon, and enviously watched a couple of friends cross the line over the preceding couple of

As a nation we are obsessed with the weather, aren’t we? Commenting on it is almost a hobby and it’s definitely a good way to exchange pleasantries. This goes double for runners, especially trail runn

T he half marathon is a great distance. It’s long enough to test you but doesn’t require the extra training demands of a full marathon. Half marathons are perfect for pushing a few boundaries, to run

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…

With the need for plenty of training and huge bragging rights, many people are being tempted to take on an ultra marathon. But how? Here are 15 proven tips to help you smash your first 50-miler