Whether you’re an experienced ultra runner or simply a fan of the sport, these are the best ultra running documentaries that we deem a must-watch. Featuring some of the most iconic ultra marathons in the world, as well as the stories of the athletes who attempt them, these films offer an insight into the gruelling, exhilarating and often life-changing world of ultra running.
When it comes to burning fat, walking on an incline is more effective than running. This is because walking on an incline forces your body to work harder, which leads to more calories being burned.
Many runners make the mistake of thinking that if they can run a certain distance, they are ready to run a marathon. This is not the case. A marathon is a completely different animal than your average 5k or 10k race. If you are a beginner runner, there are some essential marathon training tips you …
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Running a marathon is an awe-inspiring and challenging physical feat. However, it takes its toll on your body, both mentally and physically making it tough to go up and down stairs. To be successful in recovering from running a marathon, you will need to combine effective all-round post race recovery with fitness and strength training. …
Running can be a great way to stay healthy and fit as you get older. Not only does it help you burn calories, but it also has many other health benefits. Running is a great way to maintain muscle mass and bone health, as well as improving joint mobility. It can also improve your mood and …
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If you are a beginner runner and you want to eventually run a marathon, here’s a logical plan. You start with a Couch to 5K training plan and gradually move your running distance up to 10K, then the half marathon and finally the full marathon. Couch to 5K running is a great way to get …
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Wondering if it’s bad to take walk breaks during a run? You’re not alone. If you’re like most runners, you love the feeling of getting your muscles working. But there’s one thing you might not love as much: the thought of taking walk breaks during your runs. Research shows that if you take regular walk …
Running is a great way to stay healthy and active, but it can be difficult to stick with it if you’re running solo. That’s why joining a running group can be such a great idea! Not only will you have the support of your running buddies, but you’ll also get the social benefits of being …
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Introduction: So you quit running. And you’re not sure why. Maybe it was a bad injury, or maybe life got in the way. No matter what the reason, you need to get back into running and stay there this time. Here are 5 tips to help get you motivated again! Tip 1: Remember why you …
Exercising isn’t always easy, but it can be much more enjoyable if you find ways to make the activity less of a chore and more of a fun way to take care of your body and mind. If you’re an avid runner and want to increase your endurance, follow these 7 simple tips so you …
The team behind Brighton Marathon Weekend have come together with experienced, local trail runners and South Downs National Park to craft a weekend of trail running in the beautiful Sussex countryside. Offering a marathon, 10k and youth event, all runners can experience Brighton Trail Weekend.
The eleventh Brighton Phoenix 10K is Wednesday 13 July 2022 at 7.30pm. Entries are now open
Is running a marathon with your partner a wise idea?What about taking part in a triathlon together?George is about to find out as he and his wife Rachel put their marriage to the test. Now settled into life in Devon with their three children, they try to encourage a more active family lifestyle with camping …
It’s about time we profiled Enrique Martin unofficial Rogue Videographer / Photographer. When did you start running?I started running properly in 2018 , training for the Brighton 10k (April). Why do you run?Originally it was just to train for my first marathon but it’s now become a habit and I enjoy just getting out and …
The Mona fartlek was named after the famed Australian runner, Steve Monaghetti, who used the workout to get ready for all events up to 5K. The fitter you are, the faster the float pace should be. The float shouldn’t just be very slow recovery running like in many workouts. A good place to start would …
Known as “The Tough One” the Three Forts Marathon (27.2 miles) includes a total of c. 3450 ft of climb with stiles and rough tracks underfoot.
Keswick Mountain Festival is a unique event offering a fantastic mix of outdoor activities and live music in the Lake District. There is a varied choice of sports (trail runs, triathlon, swimming, cycling and hiking), activities and entertainment aimed to inspire all ages and abilities. Set in one of the most beautiful parts of the …
The BM10k event starts from the same start as the Brighton Marathon in Preston Park, just 45 minutes beforehand at 9.00am. The course is flat, scenic and great for a PB, taking participants through the city centre and finishing just before the marathon on the seafront. This is a great event for all runners, from …
Whether you are taking part in the Brighton Marathon, BM10k, BM Ride or Mini Mile Races, this is an exciting weekend for you, and your friends and family. Enjoy an atmosphere like no other in this bustling, vibrant and colourful city, which welcome thousands of spectators and local community each year. Make a weekend of …
The Lowdown: Weighs 7.44 oz. (211 g) for a UK M10 Wider forefoot midsole offers more room in the toebox for wider feet Outsole remains the same Super breathable upper made from engineered mesh material Release date May 2021 for £230 / $250 Nike’s ZoomX Vaporfly Next% 2 is the company’s latest attempt to make …
Cook the recipes that Shalane Flanagan ate while training for her 2017 TCS New York City Marathon historic win! Run fast cook fast eat slow review. You can’t outrun your fork, and that’s especially true if you’re an athlete. Shalane Flanagan, a four-time Olympian and the 2017 New York City Marathon champion, knows a thing …
Since the publication of their first book, Run Like a Mother, the authors have built up an engaged, vibrant tribe of women runners–more than 10,000 fans on Facebook and an average of 2,500 daily visitors to anothermotherrunner.com–who are clamoring for another book. At its core, Train Like a Mother will comprehensively cover how to train for a race, …
A heartwarming story about training a rescue donkey to run one of the most challenging races in America. When Chris McDougall agreed to take in a donkey from an animal hoarder, he thought it would be no harder than the rest of the adjustments he and his family had made after moving from Philadelphia to …
The Amazing Story of One Man, His Passion, and the Community He Inspired. Running with Raven review. When Robert Kraft first started running, he never could have imagined the impact it would have on his life – or on the lives of those around him. A self-described “reluctant runner,” Kraft began running as a way …
What does it mean to be a female in endurance sport? Hundreds of women open up about their realities as athletes, wives, girlfriends and mothers. From the intimacy of the bedroom to the community of competition, some of these stories will encourage and uplift. Others will surprise and infuriate. Welcome to the beautiful and complicated …
