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Trail Running Training In The City
Trail Running Training In The City
Trail Running Training In The City

Live in the city but belong on the trails? All's not lost when you've got big goals or a tough event but can't get out there - check out these great tips from our friends at Salomon for working your training plan around city life.

How To Start Run Commuting
How To Start Run Commuting
How To Start Run Commuting

The idea of escaping the rush-hour traffic and public transport is the reason a lot of us have probably thought about taking up run-commuting – but the idea of carrying all that kit, getting dressed in the office and embracing such a new way of life can be intimidating. Here are our top tips to overcome the fear, get started and watch the health benefits (and money savings) start to rack up.

Hit The Trails: Everything You Need To Get Started In Trail Running
Hit The Trails: Everything You Need To Get Started In Trail Running
Running
Hit The Trails: Everything You Need To Get Started In Trail Running

We spoke to adventure writers and trail running experts Jen & Sim Benson about getting into trail running and the kit you might need.

1079 road to trail running - the secret benefits
1079 road to trail running - the secret benefits
Running
1079 road to trail running - the secret benefits

Ask most people to think of a famous run and the usual response will be; The London Marathon, The Great North Run, or your local 10K. 

1092-trail-running-shoes-buying-guide
1092-trail-running-shoes-buying-guide
Running
1092-trail-running-shoes-buying-guide

Find the best Trail Running shoe for you...

1177 a guide to choosing a headtorch
1177 a guide to choosing a headtorch
Equipment
1177 a guide to choosing a headtorch

A headtorch is an essential bit of kit for many outdoor activities. What is the best head torch for you? Key features to look out for…

An Interview With The Filmmaker Of Free To Run
An Interview With The Filmmaker Of Free To Run
An Interview With The Filmmaker Of Free To Run

We spoke with filmmaker, Carrie Highman, about her experiences creating the incredible film with The North Face, Free to Run. 

1153 entering your first 5/10k running event
1153 entering your first 5/10k running event
Running
1153 entering your first 5/10k running event

Are you new to running and looking for some variety? Entering your first race could be the perfect goal to set yourself.

1003 11 ways to improve your running endurance
1003 11 ways to improve your running endurance
Running
1003 11 ways to improve your running endurance

Here you can read Simon James' 11 tips for increasing your running endurance...

1021-running-gear-guide
1021-running-gear-guide
Running
1021-running-gear-guide

Choosing the right gear can improve both your performance and enjoyment of running.

Get Forest Fit With Forestry Comission England
Get Forest Fit With Forestry Comission England
Cycling
Get Forest Fit With Forestry Comission England

We asked Forestry Commission England to share some of their top places for getting active and forest fit in the outdoors.

Meet The Outrunners
Meet The Outrunners
Meet The Outrunners

The Outrunners may seem like your ordinary running club at first glance, but the reality is anything but typical. 

1113 guide to night running
1113 guide to night running
Running
1113 guide to night running

Darkness falls and the curtains are drawn on the outside world, but there’s a treat around the corner for runners who venture out after… 

1103 how to avoid the most common running injuries
1103 how to avoid the most common running injuries
Running
1103 how to avoid the most common running injuries

Tracy McCarthy, personal trainer, Merrell brand ambassador and keen athlete speaks about how to avoid common injuries when running.

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