Training Articles

Event Day Tips
Where to go to celebrate your Great Scottish Run achievement

After you’ve collected your medal and goody bag, you’re going to want to celebrate. Read here for some recommendations on where to go post-event to celebrate.

Event Day Tips
Where to go to celebrate smashing the Great South Run

After you’ve collected your medal and goody bag, you’re going to want to celebrate. Read here for some recommendations on where to go post-event.

Event Day Tips
Know what to expect – your Great South Run route

New to Great South Run? Read on to find out what to expect from your Great South Run route and how to apply this to your training

Event Day Tips
10 things to expect at the Great North Run

New to taking part in the Great North Run? Here's a quick explainer on 10 things to expect at this year's event.

Event Day Tips
Seven Things to Expect at the Great North 10K

If you’re a first-timer, or thinking about signing up, our guide tells you everything you need to know.

Event Day Tips
Know what to expect – your Great North 5k route

Read here for a quick explainer and hints and hacks on your Great North 5k route.

Event Day Tips
Know what to expect – your Great South 5k route

Take a closer look at that Great South Run 5k route and see how you can turn your knowledge into your best run yet.

Event Day Tips
Know what to expect – your Great North 10k Route

Read on for a more detailed run-down of what to expect from the mighty Great North 10k - and how to train accordingly.

Event Day Tips
Keep the celebrations going at the Great North 10k

Once you’ve made the decision to enter, there’s another vital choice you need to make: where to head afterwards for post run celebrations?

Event Day Tips
10 Reasons to Love the Great Scottish Run

Read on for 10 reasons why you can’t afford to miss the friendliest - and most fun - run north of the border.

Event Day Tips
10 Reasons Why Runners Love the Great South Run

What makes this Portsmouth race so special? Read on for our runners’ top 10 reasons to love this 10 mile beauty.

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