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 …

Marathon Spotlight – Isla Stewart

Fresh from The mean streets of LA ... Isla takes us through her Marathon Spotlight. Self proclaimed as "not" a runner we have worked on changing the mindset to achieve unbelievable goals and she has been able to raise a staggering amount of money in the process. Isla is a star, an inspiration and a …

HWI – The West Highland Way (Fiona Anderson)

Friend and client Fiona Anderson completed the West Highland Way run (96 miles) two weeks ago.  I had the pleasure of speaking to her the following day, where she looked remarkably fresh and was in awe at her physical and mental resilience to over come the race.  Being shy, I am delighted she agreed to …

Marathon Spotlight – Andrew Gordon

This weeks #marathonspotlight comes from Andrew Gordon.  Andrew can be found either behind the counter of The Running shop, up to his ankles in mud on the local trails or behind another type of spotlight playing with his band.  Andrew was the first to talk me through my marathon plans and also gave some fantastic …

Marathon Spotlight – Elizabeth Kerr

This #mothersday themed #marathonspotlight comes from the wonderfully inspiring Elizabeth Kerr.  After reading this it genuinely made me want to put on my trainers and go for a run.  Her words of wisdom and tips are fantastic.  I remember talking to Liz about her labour and she told me that with Lyla she completed the …

Marathon Spotlight – Clare Russell

This #marathonspotlight is Clare Russell.  Clare is frequently found volunteering at the local Parkruns (You can sign up here to volunteer).  This read is fantastic and I really enjoyed the feeling of how much running is a passion for Clare.  Eight marathons (and one coming up) gives us a depth of knowledge on the distance …

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 …