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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.
We use a couple of studies to write this s...
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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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How long should you rest between marathons?
“If you ever see me in a boat again, shoot me.”
After 6 minutes and 2000 metres of lactic acid inducing agony, it's not surprising that these were the first words Steve Redgrave was able to utter after adding another Olympic rowing gold to his collection. If you're a marathon runner you can relate. Those last few miles can be absolute hell and ...
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Rewilding Glen Affric
Through One Per Cent for the Planet, Chia Charge has been contributing to Trees for Life for a few years now, I thought it about time I took a look at part of the operation.
I have been eyeing some of the activities they offer and a weeks Rewilding Off Grid in Glen Affric seemed a cracking idea to me, maybe not for everyone of course.
These p...
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Didn't get a place at the London Marathon?
There's no two ways about it, The London Marathon is a biggie. Thought of by many as one of the most enjoyable marathons in the world to run, that is if you can get a spot in the first place.
Which is a lot easier said than done, in 2024 a whopping 500K+ were turned down in the initial ballot. And the number could be even higher next year, but ...
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