My beloved hometown of York, bears a striking resemblance to Chester, so I was excited to run the MBNA Chester Marathon to see how they compare. These two historic locations share more than just a scenic resemblance; each proudly showcases Roman city walls, captivating architecture, is home to a Huntington School, and they both host fantastic marathons. …
Discover the joys of volunteering in the running community
Running is a sport that offers plenty of opportunities to volunteer from helping out at run clubs to parkrun, to an organised race. Volunteering is an excellent opportunity to give something back to the sport you love. It’s a great way to be involved, especially if you are injured because you can still feel the …
The ASICS London 10K 2021
Closed roads, a mass start, entertainment, and supporters around the route… bigger races are back! The summer’s greatest celebration of running, the ASICS London 10K returned to central London on Sunday 25 July 2021. I hadn’t stood at a startline in over 18 months, but here I was with my ASICS Frontrunner teammates, excited to …
A beginners guide to running
Banana bread? Baked it. Netflix? Completed it mate! and let’s face it – no one really wants another zoom quiz. Over this last year getting outdoors has provided a welcome relief and a bit of escapism for many of us during the pandemic. Fitness apps have seen a surge in users with 858,000 people downloading the …
Pretty Athletic: Skincare for women who sweat
It’s safe to say that as a runner my skin takes quite a beating. It is regularly exposed to the elements and not to mention a LOT of sweat. Wiping your salt-encrusted face after a long run can be a bit like using an exfoliator. Gross, I know but we’ve all been there! As a …
Running related podcasts to get you through lockdown
Before the days of lockdown, I had a super long commute. With 2 hours of driving time a day, I discovered a love of podcasts. It helped me change what was once a boring journey, into an educational and often hilarious one. Right now, with many of us are working from home, I’ve found they …