London Marathon ballot tips and alternatives for 2027
Didn’t get a London Marathon ballot place? Here’s how to improve your odds, plus realistic alternatives if you want to run 26.2 in 2027.
Claire Matthews
How to run in winter without losing motivation
Cold, dark mornings kill more training plans than injuries do. Here’s how to keep running through winter without relying on willpower alone.
Setting realistic running goals as an average runner
Real running goals for real runners — how to set targets that stretch you without breaking you, with paces, timelines, and honest expectations.
Running motivation tips when you don’t feel like it
Struggling to lace up? These honest running motivation tips help everyday runners get out the door — even on bad days, busy weeks, and tired legs.
How to pick a marathon for your first race
Choosing your first marathon matters more than you think. Here’s how to pick the right race — distance, timing, crowd support, and what to avoid.
Running after having a baby: how to return safely
Returning to running after birth takes longer than most expect. Here’s a realistic, week-by-week guide to getting back safely — without wrecking your recovery.
First marathon experience: what I wish I knew
About to run your first marathon? Here’s the honest advice most training plans don’t give you — pacing, the wall, kit, and what actually gets you to the finish line.
Strength Training Exercises for Marathon Runners
20-minute twice-weekly routine. Core, glutes, hips. Prevent injuries and run stronger.
Running with IT Band Syndrome: what actually helps
Diagnose IT band pain, avoid running traps, and get back to training. Evidence-based fixes that runners use.
Hitting the wall in a marathon: how to avoid it
Hitting the wall at mile 18–22 doesn’t have to be inevitable. Here’s what actually causes it and how everyday runners can avoid it on race day.