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Great North Run 2025 Round Up

Great North Run 2025 Round Up

The Great North Run weekend has once again proved why it’s one of the UK’s most iconic running events. This year we were right at the heart of the action,...

Great North Run 2025 Round Up

Half Marathon to Marathon: How to know when you’re ready to level up

Half Marathon to Marathon: How to know when you...

Taking the leap from completing a half-marathon to a full marathon is one of the most rewarding challenges a runner can take on. While the 13.1-mile distance is a major...

Half Marathon to Marathon: How to know when you’re ready to level up

Everything you need to know about the Great North Run

Everything you need to know about the Great Nor...

The Great North Run is one of the UK's most iconic and beloved races. Taking place every September, this world-famous half marathon attracts tens of thousands of runners to the...

Everything you need to know about the Great North Run

A Beginner’s Guide to Hyrox Training

A Beginner’s Guide to Hyrox Training

A fast-growing fitness race that combines functional strength exercises with endurance running, Hyrox offers a unique and challenging test of fitness. Bridging the gap between traditional endurance racing and strength...

A Beginner’s Guide to Hyrox Training

The North East Women’s Athlete Day Event Round-Up

The North East Women’s Athlete Day Event Round-Up

The North East is buzzing with energy, and many fantastic events for women looking to get active, connect with others, and celebrate fitness in all its forms. At Start Fitness,...

The North East Women’s Athlete Day Event Round-Up

A complete guide on how to prevent running injuries

A complete guide on how to prevent running inju...

Running is one of the most accessible and rewarding forms of exercise that offers countless physical and mental health benefits. Whether you’re a beginner training for your first 5K or...

A complete guide on how to prevent running injuries

North East Running Events: The Blaydon Race

North East Running Events: The Blaydon Race

It’s not just a race, it’s a tradition. Steeped in North East tradition and bursting with proper Geordie pride, there’s honestly nothing quite like the Blaydon Races. This legendary road...

North East Running Events: The Blaydon Race

A guide to running shoe rotation for longevity and performance

A guide to running shoe rotation for longevity ...

Running shoe rotation is a strategy that can help you ensure the longevity of your footwear and improve your running performance. Whether you're just starting out on your running journey,...

A guide to running shoe rotation for longevity and performance

Running Routes in the North East

Running Routes in the North East

The North East of England is home to some of the country’s most scenic and inspiring running routes. From rugged coastal paths and serene riversides to challenging trail routes and...

Running Routes in the North East

A Complete Guide to Nutrition for Runners

A Complete Guide to Nutrition for Runners

Fuelling your body with the right nutrients is just as important as your training when it comes to running. Whether you're a beginner hitting the pavement for the first time...

A Complete Guide to Nutrition for Runners

How to clean your running shoes

How to clean your running shoes

Keeping your running shoes clean isn’t just about appearance; it’s also key to preserving their performance, comfort, and lifespan. From tackling muddy trails to pounding the pavements or exploring dusty...

How to clean your running shoes

Spring 2025 Marathon Round Up

Spring 2025 Marathon Round Up

From the bustling streets of London to the vibrant roads of Manchester, April 2025 brought together tens of thousands of runners, each with their own goals, stories, and kit essentials....

Spring 2025 Marathon Round Up