Top-tips
Read our top-tips for everything from recovery to shoe selection
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+2Top-tips for race day
Our Runna coaches have got together to provide you with the top tips to get the most out of your race day
Written by Ben. Updated over a week ago
Recommended Garmin watches for any runner
Garmin watches range from beginner ones with basic features to advanced watches for pro triathletes - we'll help you choose the one for youWritten by Dom. Updated over a week ago
Using RPE in a race
Do you have a trail or hill race? Or just fed up of being reliant on your watch to pace you? Check out our tips on racing to how you…Written by Steph. Updated this week
How to choose a running goal
Do you want to get into running but not sure where to start? We've compiled the ultimate guide to help you choose your next running goal!Written by Steph. Updated over a week ago
Top-tips for racing a 5k
Pacing is an important factor of running a 5k. Here are our top-tips to help you get that PB!Written by Steph. Updated this week
Top-tips for race week
You've put in all of that hard work, now it's time for the final week - find out how to best prepare in the week before your raceWritten by Ben. Updated over a week ago
Top-tips for breathing while running
We cover our top-tips for improving your breathing techniques while runningWritten by Ben. Updated over a week ago
Top-tips for returning to running after a break
Getting back into running after a long break can be challenging, but we're here to help. Here are our top tips.Written by Ben. Updated over a week ago
Recommended Hydration Vests for any runner
Thinking of buying a hydration vest? We've covered some of our favourites to stay hydrated on those longer runsWritten by Ben. Updated over a week ago
Top-tips on Hill training
Interested in incorporating hill training into your training routine? Find out the many benefits and how to get started.Written by Ben. Updated over a week ago
Top-tips for running in the heat
If you're going to be training in hotter climates, we've covered all of our top tips to nail your training in the heatWritten by Ben. Updated over a week ago
Top-tips for race week nutrition
Our coaches have covered all you need to know about race week nutrition for those longer distance racesWritten by Ben. Updated over a week ago
Incorporating a race within your training plan
Should you incorporate a race as part of your training? Read below for the key benefits of doing so as well as how to include this.Written by Ben. Updated over a week ago
Top-tips for adjusting your training for Christmas
The festive holidays can be a fun time but sometimes it's hard to find time to train! We've covered our top-tips to adjust your plan.Written by Ben. Updated over a week ago
Top-tips for enjoying your long runs
Finding your long runs tough and boring? Lacking motivation to get your shoes on and out the door? You've come to the right placeWritten by Ben. Updated over a week ago
Top-tips for tapering before a race
Got a race coming up and want to make sure you're prepared? We've gathered together our top-tips.Written by Ben. Updated over a week ago
The importance of a deload week
Deload weeks, or recovery weeks, are essential to making the most out of your training - giving your body time to recoverWritten by Ben. Updated over a week ago
Incorporating Parkrun into your training
Why should we run Parkrun? and how to work it into our training?Written by Ben. Updated over a week ago
Top-tips for running during pregnancy
Expecting a baby and unsure how to adapt your running? Here are our top-tips!
Written by Ailish. Updated in the last hour
Top-tips for running over winter
Summer PBs are made in winter - keep that progress going into the winter months with our top tipsWritten by Ben. Updated over a week ago
Top-tips for choosing the right running shoes
We've asked running physio Aidan O'Flaherty and shoe reviewer Jamie's Running for their top tips and favourites shoesWritten by Ben. Updated over a week ago
Introduction to strength training for runners
It's no secret that as well as helping to reduce injury risk, strength training can also increase performance too - we'll cover whyWritten by Ben. Updated over a week ago
Returning to running post-illness
If you're unlucky enough to be ill or have a cold recently, make sure to give your body enough time to recover and return to running safelyWritten by Steph. Updated over a week ago
Why easy running is important to run fast
Want to understand the value of why we set you easy running? Read on here.Written by Steph. Updated over a week ago
Benefits of following a running plan
Whether you’re training for a specific goal or building your general fitness, there are many benefits to following a running planWritten by Dom. Updated over a week ago
Managing your running around triathlon training
We've covered everything you need to know to develop your running while training for a triathlon or IRONMANWritten by Ben. Updated this week
Top-tips for staying motivated and accountable
One of the challenges of running can be consistency - so we've covered our top 8 tips for motivation and accountabilityWritten by Dom. Updated over a week ago
Top-tips to maximise your recovery
Here are all of our top-tips to recover from your tougher sessions as quickly as possible and keep those injuries at bayWritten by Ben. Updated over a week ago
Returning to running post-covid
If you're unlucky enough to test positive for COVID, make sure to give your body enough time to recover and return to running safelyWritten by Aidan. Updated over a week ago
The importance of cross-training for runners
Incorporate cross-training within your running plans will not only help you to optimise your training, but can also reduce your injury riskWritten by Steph. Updated over a week ago