Osteoarthritis and Running : myths and recommendations

I am recently in the midst of completing the "Running Symposium" held in Australia - the first of its kind brought about by COVID. It has ran over three days and has guest lecturers from all over the world who are specialists in their fields which include running. When a topic came up about the …

My Top 5 Trails in Aberdeen / Aberdeen-shire

Enjoy trail running around Aberdeen but not sure where to go?  I list my favourite five routes and why.  Our doorstep is our playground, there are some fantastic runs out there that help get you out of the city hustle and bustle and into the natural environment.  Here is my five - whats your? For …

Marathon Spotlight- Marie Baxter

Marie took time out of her busy schedule planning for her 6 major marathons. Marie gives an insight into adding miles and dealing with injury. A great read and fantastic piece! Take it away Marie...   Marathons completed?  7 so far.....     PB Marathon time?  2.57.22 in London 2016     Favourite marathon and why?  …

HWI – Virgin London Marathon 2019

WOW.  What an experience.  From October 2018 to 28th April 2019 its been one hell of a journey. The training took me through the Illuminator (PB), the Marcathon (in December), long runs through Newcastle, Finland, Nova Scotia and Tenerife.  What a great block of training.  Oh and the early months of my new born baby …

New Shoes (Part Deux)

I have been hearing so much about the Hoka's and I definitely suffer from FOMO (Fear Of Missing Out) I was determined to try them out. I recently met Will again at a running seminar for CLAN and we talked a little about the shoes and the benefits for the stage of my training. I …

Marathon Spotlight – Jen Dixon

The next instalment of the #Marathonspotlight comes from local runner Jen Dixon.  Jen is an inspiration to many with her achievements.  She can be found running all over the North East and her and her band of merry runners tick off achievement after achievement.  I had the pleasure of working with Jen and love hearing …

Book Review – Running:Cheaper than Therapy

Book Title - Running : Cheaper Than Therapy Tagline - A celebration of Running Author - Chas Newkey-Burden Rating - 4/5      Plot -  This book is a great light read about all things running.  The observational wit that likens itself to Peter Kay is well written and laced with motivational quotes and quips …

Marathon Spotlight – Will Stewart

This weeks #marthonspotlight is from Will Stewart ( Manager of Run4It ) on Holburn Street Aberdeen.  His advice (along with not following him) include shoe type, fueling, ultra-distance and some recommended marathons to try.   He also recommends some great sessions for getting the miles in.  Will and I (along with a great bunch of …

Christmas Marathon Spotlight Special – Robbie Simpson

The last Marathon Spotlight of 2017 ends with a Christmas Special. Robbie Simpson (from the warmth of Spain) talks mountain marathons, trails around Aberdeen, London blisters and tasty Bees!! Thanks to the Team GB and Team Scotland runner for his time and encouraging words.... read below. Merry Christmas all and Run Long and Prosper! Which …

Snow is Falling….So are runners!

With the recent snowy blast, its put a hold on my running plan as such.  The reps lane has been frozen and un-runable.  This has opened the door to a few alternative runs out there.  One client has even introduced me to snow golf... something I'm very keen to try....keep reading to find out more …