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Motivation & Psychology
Why running together is awesome

The benefits of running as a group are immense. Here’s five reasons why you should give #RunningTogether a go:

Motivation & Psychology
How to have a no-pressure new year

The New Year period shouldn’t be your punishment for indulging or relaxing over Christmas. Give yourself a break, get motivated and be kind to yourself.

Motivation & Psychology
What is a Runner’s High, and How to Catch One

A rush of endorphins, a state of euphoria, a feeling of intense joy - just a few of the ways that people describe a runner’s high.

Motivation & Psychology
10 Tips To Get You Running This January

Taking your first step outdoors in January can be tough. Here are our 10 tips to get your running this January.

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Motivation & Psychology
Top Reasons To Run this Christmas

It may be Christmas but that doesn’t mean you have to stay inside by the fire..

Motivation & Psychology
How to run for longer and cultivate a runner’s mindset

Read on for our five top tips for honing your runner mindset and you’ll soon find yourself racking up some serious distances.

Motivation & Psychology
How does running help your mental health?

here are five scientific studies that prove there’s plenty of reasons to lace up and let go of your worries.

Motivation & Psychology
Five must-see films about running

On days when energy is low, an inspirational running film movie could be just the pick-me-up you need.

Motivation & Psychology
How to create your ultimate running playlist

What’s the science behind a great set of running tunes, and where can you get some inspiration for new music to keep your running playlists fresh?

Motivation & Psychology
The myths – and the truth – about the health benefits of running

There are a lot of running myths out there - so we want to separate fact from fiction and share the health benefits of running.

Motivation & Psychology
Coming Back From Injury and How to Get Back into Training in Time For Your Next Run

Coming back from injury can be physically and mentally challenging. Eilish McColgan knows this well and shares what works for her when coming back from injury.

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