Bamboo Clothing: Kind on the Environment and You
At Run247 we like to showcase those brands who are committed to sustainability and are environmentally responsible. One such brand is BAM, who make clothing from bamboo.
Maurten: a Game Changer in Sports Nutrition
Maurten, and the science behind it, is proving to be a bit of a game changer in the world of sports nutrition. And it might just be your perfect fuel if you suffer from stomach problems.
Robbie Britton and Dan Lawson Run the Jordan Trail
Robbie Britton and Dan Lawson are currently about halfway through an epic run across 650k of the Jordan Trail. We caught up with them to see how it’s going.
From Couch to Snowdonia Adventure Race in 12 Weeks!
Are you interested in trying adventure racing but not sure where to start with the disciplines that aren’t running? Quest have come up with their ‘couch to Snowdonia adventure race in 12 weeks plan’!
A Wet and Windy Liverpool Landmarks Half
The weekend’s wet and windy Liverpool Landmarks Half Marathon saw some of the worst conditions in the 26 year history of the race, but it didn’t deter those hardy runners and supporters!
Sorry You’ve Got The Wrong Number
Bib swapping is often seen as a crime that doesn’t really hurt anybody. I mean, you’ve paid for the number, it’s up to you what you do with it, right? We’d argue that it’s wrong for several reasons.
Runners Defy the Weather at Aldi Chester 10k
It was a pretty challenging weekend for running weather-wise but the hardy runners and spectators at the Aldi Chester 10k didn’t let the wind, rain and cold put them off!
Sir Mo Farah and Charlotte Purdue Win Vitality Big Half
It was the Vitality Big Half yesterday and 13,353 runners took to the streets of London in windy conditions. Sir Mo Farah and Charlotte Purdue made it back-to-back victories in the elite race and David Weir and Margriet van den Broek won the wheelchair race.
How to Watch the Vitality Big Half Live
It’s the Vitality Big Half tomorrow and runners will take in some of the key landmarks in London on their way round. If you want to watch the race live here’s how.
UK’s First Inclusive Trail Race at OMM Running Festival
The UK’s first ever inclusive trail race will take place at this year’s OMM Festival at Cannock Chase on May 6th. 500 able-bodied and wheelchair competitors will compete together over a trail 10k.
Run for a Charity in the Royal Parks Half Marathon
The ballot has closed for the Royal Parks Half Marathon on 13th October but you can still run for a charity and raise some much needed money for some very good causes.
10 Things People Don’t Tell You About Running a Marathon
With lots of runners training for Spring marathons at the moment, we thought we’d bring you 10 things people don’t tell you about running a marathon. Just so you’re prepared.
First Look at inov-8’s New Roclite 275
We take a first look at the next shoe in inov-8’s growing range of graphene-infused footwear – the Roclite. If they’re good enough for Jasmin Paris…
Countdown to the Vitality Big Half
This weekend sees a major running event in London – The Vitality Big Half. This event, which returns for its second year, takes in many of the sites of the London Marathon, but you only have to run half as far!
Record Breaking Anglesey Half
It was the Jones Crisps Anglesey Half and 10k at the weekend and the tricky weather fortunately abated for the race itself, which saw a record number of runners take part.
Run Forest Run With Forestry 100!
At the end of this month the Forestry 100 events kick off, with a 10k at Bedgebury Pinetum, followed by 15 more throughout the year. Sounds like a great opportunity to enjoy and support our forests.
Making the Case for Misery Training
There are many different types of training, which work on different aspects of your running. We’d like to make the case for misery training.
On Launch Cloudswift With New Helion™ Superfoam
On shoes have long been known for their innovation and they’re at it again – they launch the new Cloudswift today, with their new Helion superfoam. A shoe for road runners who want a cushioning and protection but without the weight.
Celebrating 10 Years of Brighton Marathon
This year one of the UK’s top marathons turns 10! Congratulations to the Brighton Marathon! We take a look back to the very first one.
Runners Bask in February Sunshine at Brighton Half
This weekend saw one of the first big UK half marathons of the year – The Grand Brighton Half Marathon. There were unexpectedly scorching temperatures and the action was pretty scorching too! Our contributor, Eileen Naughton, was there to experience it.
All The News From Transgrancanaria!
It was Transgrancanaria at the weekend, which now consists of a total of six races. We bring you all the news about the key races, and about the British successes.
Nigel Gurney: My First Marathon
Next in our ‘my first marathon’ series is Nigel Gurney, who also ran London as his first, in 2004. And, just like Ant and Dec, he and his running partner had to make sure they were on the right side of each other!