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All your training questions answered by our experts

I am not a big drinker, I enjoy a few beers now and then but do I need to give up alcohol com...

This probably won’t be the answer you want to hear, but making serious running improvements involves cutting back on a few vices, of which alcohol ...

Answered by Phil Roberton

Will running during my period affect my performance?

What was previously considered a ‘taboo’ has recently been the subject of much media attention. The answer is very much down to the individua...

Answered by Louise Damen

I have been advised by a fellow runner that I should see a physio for issues I’ve been having...

If you’ve been having issues with your Achilles for several weeks or more then I would certainly recommend seeing a physio, as without proper treat...

Answered by Louise Damen

How can I keep my calves loose after running?

Your calf muscles are often the muscle group that takes a real hammering when running fast on the track, for example, running up hill and from hard races...

Answered by Will Clarke

I do a physical job four nights a week finishing at 1am. I find that I’m incredibly hungry af...

If you are really hungry it certainly sounds like your body is telling you that it needs food. It’s not always optimal to eat late at night (or in ...

Answered by Louise Damen

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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.

04 Jan 2020

The Leas parkrun

Well what do you know? It’s a brand new year. It’s a whole new decade. And I’m still here and still running. Only just though. At the moment my ...

by Nick

From the blog Sixty-three not out

09 Feb 2020

Further, not faster

That's the mantra for 2020 as I shift my focus away from time chasing and take on my first ultra. Yes, the unticked box from last year will get addressed, although ...

by olas_77

From the blog Nick is Beacon’s marathon man

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Swim Serpentine

20 Sep 2020

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29 Mar 2020

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27 Sep 2020

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Prudential RideLondon-Surrey 100

16 Aug 2020

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Prudential RideLondon-Surrey 46

16 Aug 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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Vitality London 10,000

25 May 2020

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Virgin Money London Marathon

26 Apr 2020

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