Struck by worrying conversations with fellow runners, Strong Women editor Miranda Larbi debunks the damaging myth of there being an ‘ideal’ weight or size to run. Here’s why a ‘good runner’ does not need to
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8 tips for managing “exertional headaches” after a tough workout
Niggling pain derailing your workouts? It’s not all in your head. We asked the experts how to get rid of post-exercise headaches once and for all. There’s nothing quite like the satisfying ache of an
Read moreYou only have to walk for *this* very short amount of time to feel the mental benefits
Hate running? You only have to walk for 15 minutes to get the mental benefit of exercise, a new study by Asics confirms. If the thought of surviving an hour’s cardio class or running a
Read moreTeam Stylist share their favourite running tracks for some extra motivation
The music you’re listening to can make or break your run. So we asked Team Stylist to share their favourite running songs to keep you motivated. If there’s one thing that almost everyone struggles with
Read moreHow to exercise during a heatwave, according to the experts
Whether you’re planning on going for a sunny jog or a doing a sweaty workout, here’s how to exercise during a long, hot summer safely with tips from the experts. The British summer is either
Read moreWhy you need to stop doing HIIT if you want to run a faster 5k
Sorry to break it to you, but those HIIT classes you keep doing? They’re probably not making you into a better, faster runner. This workout, however, will. If you want to run stronger and injury-free,
Read moreWhy you’re always settling at the same running pace no matter how far you go
For long-distance runners, setting a steady pace is crucial for maintaining stamina and reaching distance goals. However, for runners who want to improve their speeds, setting a faster pace than usual can feel surprisingly hard.
Read more“I ran in incontinence pants for a week – and I’ll never go back to pads"
After more than 13 years of running in bulky and itchy disposable pads, runner Anna Bartter decided to give incontinence pants a go. Here’s why she won’t be returning to those dark days. My nerves
Read moreCan running “too much” really kill your gym gains?
Go on any weight training Reddit thread or online forum and you’ll quickly find someone claiming that cardio “ruins” gym gains, writes Aimee Pearcy. Here’s why that’s simply not true. If you want to get
Read more“I’m running the entire London Underground – here’s how it’s changed me”
Looking for a new challenge? Want to get stronger – both mentally and physically? Then why not take a leaf out of Agnes Arnold-Forster’s book and start running the length and breadth of the Underground? A
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