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How to hydrate yourself and feel better for it
Getting hydrated and staying that was is a great place too be for all sorts of reasons, you’ll feel better and more energised. Feeling tired, getting dizzy or lacking energy could be signs of dehydration, so it’s worth paying attention to your fluid intake.
Getting your hydration right can have so many great effects on your body, skin, energy levels and overall health so it’s worth thinking about it and trying to add a few tactics everyday to your health improvement plans.
Protein Crispies - Ideas and Tips
Chia Charge Soya Crispies
Welcome to Chia Charge's Soya Crispies Page!
What Makes Our Protein Crispies Great?
80% Protein, Very Low Fat: Our Soya Protein Crispies are a powerhouse of plant-based nutrition, boasting an impressive 80% protein content while keeping the fat levels exceptionally low. This makes them an ideal snack for anyone look...
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Peanut Butter Powder - How to Use it 😀
work in progress, we haven't totally finished this page yet!!!
Welcome to Chia Charge's Peanut Butter Powder Page!
What Makes Our Peanut Butter Powder Special?
Unbeatable Flavour, One single Ingredient: We're all about delivering bold, natural flavours with a no-nonsense approach. Our peanut butter powder is made from the finest roasted pea...
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The Lyke Wake
If anyone hasn’t heard of the Lyke Wake, it is a linear 40 mile crossing from Osmotherley to Ravenscar that includes all terrains including trail, a little bit of road, moors and hills.
This is an old school classic North Yorkshire Moors event which has been refreshed and adopted by Darlington based Quakers Running Club
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Don't let your mindset hold you back!
(header picture Jack Oliver during his Steve Parr round)
Your brain is pretty sneaky at the best of times, but right now it can be downright treacherous. It will work really hard to convince you that you don't 'need' to go for that run, when could stay at home, surrounded by warmth, food and comfort.
This thought process is a hardwired protect...
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The ultimate guide to running at night.
The thought of running at night can be a daunting for anyone, regardless of skill level. Understandably too, it's cold, dark and at this time of year it's also wet more often than not, but don't let that put you off. Not only is running in the dark pretty much a must if you want to train this winter (and have a day job) but with a little prep ni...
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Back Yard Ultra Tips from 2 Time winner Sarah Perry
Got a 24 hour event or a backyard ultra coming up? You've come to the right place for some top tips.
Sarah Perry completed 41 laps and a massive 170 miles at the Rasselbock BYU in Sherwood Forest March 2024.
We are super grateful for Sarah for writing us the tip sheet for Backyard Ultras, having just won a previous event in Northumberland in 20...
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Do you know rest days are one of the most important elements of your training?
When we embark on a fitness journey, our minds are often wired to think that more is always better. More miles, more sessions, more intensity. However, an essential ingredient often overlooked in the recipe for athletic success is rest. Rest days are not simply a break from your training routine; they are a vital component of your overall fi...
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More or Less? Is there a Perfect Balance of Nutrition and Training?
Ever wondered how elite athletes keep raising the bar? Their winning strategy doesn't just include rigorous training routines but also meticulous attention to nutrition. Their training intensity dictates their dietary needs, with a bit of choreography between their training programme and meal plan.
Let's take Jane as our "imaginary friend"...
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How to conquer the cold.
As they say up my way, it’s turning!
The weather is certainly feeling a lot fresher at the moment as those golden, crisp days of autumn subside and we’re waking up to a layer of frost on the trails. As nice as it is not to be drenched in sweat every time you finish a run, it can also be tricky to know how to stay comfortable once the cold kicks...
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A SMARTer New Year
How was your 2023? I’m willing to bet that some things went really well and other things that you wanted to happen just didn’t. Life happened instead. Surprises probably popped up that meant having to put things off; injuries may have put paid to plans or your feelings about earlier targets may have changed. Personally, my races all went to pl...
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5 tips and benefits of marshalling, Why You Should Consider doing it
We love a bit of marshalling, almost as much as running in an event, so we try and give something back if we have time and help out in whatever roles are needed as marshals, maybe this will motivate you to give it a go too!
Bloworth Crossing
Ever fancied soaking up the exhilarating atmosphere of a trail race without the hard graft of runn...
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