We couldn’t have done it without…

Keri is co-director and running guide at Girls on Hills.

LIFESTYLE

Headlines || People || Food || Kit || Health || Opinion

HEADLINES

The people, campaigns, research and updates making an impact in our running community this month

This month we love…

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NEW GEAR

Beat the weather in new threads and treads

Boost my sleep so I can train to my optimum?

Proper sleep not only improves your energy, mood, memory and overall performance on a daily basis, it will also dramatically improve your long-term health

HEALTH

The latest nutrition, beauty and health headlines. Because running doesn’t end at your feet

Jenny Nesbitt

Jenny Nesbitt is an international long-distance runner for Wales and Great Britain, who is hoping to qualify for the European Cross Country Championships. At the moment, she’s working on her aerobic base, as well as her strength and conditioning

FUEL

Crack it, halve it, stir it, toast it, grill it… whatever it is, make sure it’s natural and power-packed. Also, don’t miss the best nutrition to fuel your runs

You win some…

Laura Fountain is a mother, a running coach, a personal

This month’s wise women

JOSLYN THOMPSON RULE

CLINIC

If you’re planning a spring marathon, you’ll probably have come across the term ‘tapering’, or reducing training in preparation for the day itself. Can tapering reduce injury and improve performance?

The Coniston Fells, the Lake District

Inov-8 ambassador Nicky Spinks loves this very special location

Events

Looking for an ultra that goes above and beyond what

Should I train to heart rate?

In our tech-led lives most of us are driven to look at our run stats as soon as we finish a session. The key metric we look at is heart rate – but does training to heart rate improve productivity and fitness or inhibit the freedom to run free and run fast?

“I don’t believe people succeed in life because it was easy. It was hard but they did it anyway”

Running helped Adrienne cope when life was hard. She tells us how it gave her solitude and space and a new sense of identity when all else was in flux

Power Strength Courage

Join us for International Women’s Day to celebrate our most inspirational women athletes. We are women. Hear us ROAR

Brigid Kosgei

A multi-medal-winning and world-record-breaking superstar

Liz McColgan MBE

A well-known name from the 90s, Liz scooped success in 10,000m and marathon distances

Eilish McColgan

Running is in the blood, as is grit, determination and a will to work hard

Kathrine Switzer

An accomplished marathon runner who works tirelessly to get more women running

Jo Pavey MBE

Last issue’s WR Warrior, Jo is keen to keep pushing herself on the world stage

Ingrid Kristiansen

Pioneering training methods and worldbeating performance over several distances

Tirunesh Dibaba

If anyone made world-class running look effortless, it was Tirunesh

Paula Radcliffe MBE

A household name, she’s spread the joy of running to many women

Dame Kelly Holmes

An icon to many female athletes, she took double gold in the 2004 Olympics

Nicky Spinks

Unbelievable success on the fell and mountain circuit, and feats of extraordinary endurance make Nicky a huge star

Camille Herron

Her aim is to get ultrarunning in the Olympics and to further equality for women in sport

Hannah Cockcroft MBE

Hannah won five golds at the Paralympics in 2012 and 2016. We can’t wait for Tokyo

Dina Asher-Smith

The fastest British woman in history and the fastest posted times in the world last year

The list is endless…

We’ve shone the spotlight on some amazing women, but

COACH

Ultra lessons || The run faster training plan || How

IN FOCUS OOFOS

We put OOFOS’ signature recovery footwear under the spotlight to find out what it can do for us

Sleep solutions for runners

The quality and quantity of time you get under the sheets could affect your training more than you think

A good feeling in the gut

Discover ways to fuel your runs so that you avoid Irritable Bowel Syndrome but also have enough energy to enjoy them

Running mates Because we run better together

This month, you share your running plans for 2021, talk about how running improves mental health and tell us how muddy your trainers are …

We hang out with Dawn Henning

Dawn, 55, from Billericay, in Essex, is a senior project manager in financial services

Your questions answered

Top tips for building mental resilience, the best way to go on the go, and how to combat knee pain. Plus, why running’s a proven mood-booster

RACE

Ready, set, GO! Spring is on the way and we’ve compiled our pick of the virtual and real-world races on the calendar. Of course, we’re not out of the woods, Covid-wise, so be sure to check ts and cs when you sign up to see what happens if the race is cancelled at the last minute

Kathy Cook

Kathy Cook, MBE, ranks as one of the most successful female sprinters in British history. But it was her edgy performances, effortless style and beaming smile that made her one of the most exciting athletes to watch

TAKING THE LEAP

The last year has been rather mono-paced for many of us, with lockdowns and cancelled races, and we’ve all missed the highs and the newness of normal daily life. Maybe it’s time to shake things up and take your sense of adventure on a journey it won’t forget

GETTING FASTER

If you have Speedy Gonzales goals for 2021, check out our speed-tailored training programmes. Complement runs with strength work for added oomph

Twice The Health

Meet Emily and Hannah from Twice The Health. Their love of running and fitness has led them to set up UK-wide run clubs called @wearerunnersuk

KIT

Shoes || Apparel || Tech

NEW RELEASE SHOES

There’s no feeling like that new-shoe feeling

ESSENTIAL NUTRITION

Our favourite fuelling solutions

ESSENTIAL SLEEP KIT

Our top sleep products to help boost recovery

Long-distance TEST

Claire has been impressed with her new daps

ESSENTIAL LEGGINGS

How about a new pair of skins for your pins this spring?

SPRING ESSENTIALS

Put a spring in your step with these colourful, new-season clothes

GROUP TEST BRAS

The lowdown on sports bras, from cups to straps and racer backs

ESSENTIAL ACCESSORIES

Sun’s out, guns out? Massage guns, that is… and much more gadgetry besides

BOOTCAMP

Back health || Virtual race workout || Perfect form

LOOK AFTER YOUR BACK STAY STRONG FOR LIFE

During each decade of your life, your spine will undergo change, just like the rest of your body. It’s crucial you look after your back to keep your running strong

Virtual running workout

Covid has changed the way we exercise; from running alone to virtual races and home gym sessions. Adding a strength training programme to your weekly routine will help you to run for longer and prevent injuries

Perfect form ITB syndrome

Iliotibial band problems can cause hip and knee issues for runners

BALANCE

Healthy sleep || Tame your IBS || Life on a plate

Jenna Hope

Nutritionist Jenna turned to running to alleviate stress and now regularly runs 10Ks at the weekend with her husband before tucking into breakfast

HELLO!

Women’s Running and Run Mummy Run have always had a

8 years and counting…

Run Mummy Run is the longest established online women’s running community of its kind. This is its journey

Let’s have a chat with Leanne Davies

We spoke to Leanne about how she started Run Mummy Run, and what she loves most about her incredible community group

A movement for Mind

Let’s find out more about ASICS…

“The missing ingredient”

Che Odlum de Vivenot explains what Run Mummy Run means to her

“I share my grief”

Suzanne Deakin discovered enormous community support from Run Mummy Run

10K Plan for success

Kickstart, lengthen or boost your running journey with these training plans from the Run Mummy Run book.We start with 10K

HALF MARATHON

You never thought you’d manage a half, right? Well, think again, because 13.1 miles is in your sights with this RMR training plan

MARATHON

For lots of runners, it’s an itch they just have to scratch. If you’ve set your heart on the big one, let RMR guide you through the miles

“We live in our RMR kit”

Alex Slater and her mum Heather Hyde from the West Midlands have both got the running bug

“Running changed my life”

Through running, Tazneem Anwar met new friends, came out of her comfort zone, and found a platform to talk about diversity

“I’m on 97 marathons”

Tinu Ogundari has discovered that RMR gives her the support and encouragement she needs to reach the big 100

“I love the support”

Dee Holden joined RMR to help with motivation, and now supports women at the start of their run journeys

Introducing The ASICS Sakura collection

The new Sakura range from ASICS puts beauty and performance on equal footing. Take a look at the collection, available from 1st March

The ASICS FrontRunners

Vicky, Karen and Sally have all joined the ASICS FrontRunners, and discovered the joy of running

Leaping off the shelves

Run Mummy Run, a real celebration of women’s running, was written by Leanne Davies and Lucy Waterlow. Bookmark it now!

The next big thing

Run Mummy Run is launching the Run Mummy Run Community Run Club in association with ASICS; a club affiliated with England Athletics!