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All your training questions answered by our experts

How long should I hold a stretch for?

Stretching is extremely important to maintain flexibility, mobility and also to help prevent injury so you should always stretch at the end of every work...

Answered by realbuzz team

When as a runner should I enter my first race?

The amount of preparation that you’ll need depends on your fitness levels, your goals and your training history. Of course everybody is different, ...

Answered by Louise Damen

I find it difficult to ask people to donate towards my fundraising charity - do you have any ...

Be confident and don’t feel guilty about asking, see it more as an opportunity for them to help. You’ll find that the majority of people will...

Answered by realbuzz team

How do I know my body fat percentage ?

You can find out your body fat percentage by using Body Fat or 'Smart' Scales. You can find these in most good gyms. Smart scales use a technology called...

Answered by realbuzz team

I feel lethargic in the day if I have too many carbs. Can this have the same effect when runn...

It is important you practice eating carbs before race day. I would suggest eating a large amount of pasta before one of your longer runs. You will then f...

Answered by realbuzz team

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Featured blogs

Check out the best from our buzzers with the most inspiring and motivational blogs from our members to help encourage you to achieve your goals and maybe start your own blog.

08 Nov 2019

It's a wrap.

Considering the time of year, one could be forgiven for thinking the title of this post has something to do with the conclusion of a long running season. Which it does, in ...

by MadMax

From the blog The only way is UP.

14 Dec 2019

Fire Service College parkrun

On we go. I still have the mission of getting my total of parkrun venues up to 250 and I’ve still got quite a few to go. Lately I’ ve been ...

by Nick

From the blog Sixty-two not out

05 Nov 2019

The difficult second album

My first visit to the marathon in the mountains was most definitely my running highlight of 2018. A course I wasn't sure I was strong enough to conquer was duly completed ...

by olas_77

From the blog Nick is Beacon’s marathon man

Our partner events

Vitality London 10,000

25 May 2020

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Prudential RideLondon-Surrey 46

16 Aug 2020

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Virgin Money London Marathon

26 Apr 2020

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Prudential RideLondon-Surrey 100

16 Aug 2020

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Swim Serpentine

20 Sep 2020

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TCS New York City Marathon

1 Nov 2020

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The Vitality Big Half

1 Mar 2020

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Tough Mudder

29 Mar 2020

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BMW Berlin Marathon

27 Sep 2020

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