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Not sure how to get the most out of your running? Start here...If you’re looking for tips and tricks to ensure your run is as fun as it can be, then look no further.
These how-to guides will cover everything, from race etiquette, to how to tie your shoelaces, to how to stay hydrated on your long runs.
Popular posts for those just starting out
Respect to the runners who are neither slim nor speedy
So much respect to all those runners who don’t think they are runners.
10 monster tips for running in your first event — and smashing it!
These tips will help ensure your first event is one to remember for all the right reasons.
When changing goals is the right thing to do
Sometimes single-mindedly pursuing a goal obscures your vision of what is truly possible. So being open to the possibility of changing directions can be the best move forward.
Latest posts about running for beginners
Respect to the runners who are neither slim nor speedy
So much respect to all those runners who don’t think they are runners.
10 monster tips for running in your first event — and smashing it!
These tips will help ensure your first event is one to remember for all the right reasons.
When changing goals is the right thing to do
Sometimes single-mindedly pursuing a goal obscures your vision of what is truly possible. So being open to the possibility of changing directions can be the best move forward.
Ultimate Australian guide to finding the best running pram in 2019
Lisa Scott, Editor Being a parent is tough, and finding the best running pram can feel like even more hard work. I’m always in awe of those parents who manage to smash out a super-quick parkrun while pushing a pram with two kids happily tucked in for the...
5 reasons every newbie runner needs a coach (and not an app)
There are loads of free training programs and apps out there, but they have plenty of drawbacks. A running coach can mean the difference between success and yet another failed attempt at learning to run.
Race etiquette: How to ruin a run for everyone
Never run in a road race before, but want to be ‘that runner’ who pisses everyone else off? Here’s my comprehensive guide to being a dick, ensuring you ruin the experience for everyone.
12 unexpected things that marathon training taught me
There are few things as challenging as training for your first marathon, but there are also plenty of surprises that will help keep you on track.