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Tom Briggs

Running Cadence: What It Is and How to Improve It

July 17, 2026 by Tom Briggs
Runner checking watch while striding on a trail, focused on cadence and pace

Running cadence is the number of steps per minute you take when running. Here’s what it means for your efficiency, how to measure it, and whether you should change yours.

Categories Clothing & Accessories, Gear & Kit

Running Shoes for Flat Feet in the UK: What to Look For

July 15, 2026 by Tom Briggs
Runner with flat feet wearing supportive motion control shoes on a UK trail path

Flat feet don’t have to mean running injuries. Here’s how to choose the right running shoes for flat feet and what features actually matter.

Categories Gear & Kit, Running Shoes

Running Form Tips to Improve Efficiency for Beginners

July 15, 2026 by Tom Briggs
Beginner runner maintaining upright posture with proper arm swing on a sunny trail

Good running form reduces injury risk and makes running easier. Here are the key running form tips that actually make a difference for beginner and intermediate runners.

Categories Beginner Running, Training Plans

Do Running Insoles Help Performance and Injury Prevention?

July 13, 2026 by Tom Briggs
Runner's foot with custom insole inserted into a running shoe on a track

Running insoles can correct biomechanical issues and reduce injury risk — but only if you have a genuine need for them. Here’s what the evidence says.

Categories Injury Prevention, Running Health

Best Running Watches for Beginners in the UK (2025)

July 13, 2026 by Tom Briggs
Beginner runner checking a GPS running watch on their wrist during an outdoor jog in the UK

A GPS running watch tracks your pace, distance, and heart rate automatically. Here are the best options for beginner runners in the UK across every budget.

Categories Beginner Running, Training Plans

Best Running Apps for Beginners in the UK

July 13, 2026 by Tom Briggs
Beginner runner tracking workout on smartphone app along a scenic UK park path

The right running app makes starting easier — guided runs, training plans, and tracking to keep you progressing. Here are the best options for beginner runners in the UK.

Categories Beginner Running, Training Plans

Best Running Shoes for Beginners UK: How to Choose the Right Pair

July 12, 2026 by Tom Briggs
Beginner runner lacing up supportive running shoes on a UK park path

Choosing your first pair of running shoes doesn’t have to be complicated. Here’s what actually matters, what to avoid, and how to get the right shoe for your foot.

Categories Beginner Running, Training Plans

Ultramarathon race day guide for first timers

June 2, 2026 by Tom Briggs
Runner crossing mountain trail finish line at dawn during first ultramarathon race

Tackling your first ultramarathon? This honest race day guide covers pacing, fuelling, kit, mindset and what to do when things go wrong.

Categories Marathon Training, Training Plans

Strides in running: what they are and when to do them

June 1, 2026 by Tom Briggs
Runner executing a powerful stride on an open road, legs extended mid-sprint

Strides aren’t just for fast runners. Learn exactly what they are, how long they should take, and when to add them to your training week.

Categories Uncategorized

Running vest vs running belt: which is better for long runs?

May 30, 2026 by Tom Briggs
Runner wearing a hydration vest on a trail, comparing it to a waist belt nearby

Vest or belt for your long run? We compare capacity, comfort, bounce and cost so you can pick the right option for your distance and body.

Categories Gear & Kit, Nutrition & Fuel
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