Running Blog
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Trail vs Road Running Shoes: What's the Difference and Which to Buy
Road shoes are built for tarmac, trail shoes for mud, roots and stones. The real differences, when you need each, and whether one pair can do both.
blisters
Running Socks Guide: Blisters, Cushioning, Length and Fabric
The right running socks are one of the simplest ways to stop blisters. How layers, cushioning, length and fabric make a difference.
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Winter Running in the UK: What to Wear When It's Cold, Wet and Dark
Cold, wet and dark evenings do not have to end your running. How to layer, which waterproof running shoes to consider and how to stay visible after sunset.
Beginners
Running for Beginners: Kit Checklist and a Simple 6-Week Plan
What you actually need to start running, what you can skip, and a gentle six-week run-walk plan to get you from the sofa to 30 minutes of continuous running.
Advice
When to Replace Running Shoes (and How to Make Them Last)
How many miles running shoes last, the tell-tale signs they are worn out, and simple habits that help you get more life from every pair.
Beginners
How to Choose Running Shoes: A Beginner's Guide
Cushioning, heel-to-toe drop, neutral or stability, road or trail and how to get the size right. Everything you need to pick your first proper pair of running shoes.