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Post-marathon recovery timeline: what to expect

May 25, 2026May 13, 2026 by Aisha Rahman
Exhausted runner wrapping foil blanket around shoulders after crossing marathon finish line

Finished a marathon? Here’s an honest week-by-week recovery timeline — what your body’s going through and when it’s actually safe to run again.

Categories Marathon Training, Training Plans

Easy run vs recovery run: what’s the difference?

May 25, 2026May 12, 2026 by Aisha Rahman
Runner jogging at a relaxed pace on a sunny trail, illustrating easy vs recovery running

Easy runs and recovery runs aren’t the same thing. Here’s how to tell them apart, what pace to run each one, and when each type belongs in your week.

Categories Clothing & Accessories, Gear & Kit

Plantar fasciitis running: can you still train?

May 25, 2026May 12, 2026 by Aisha Rahman
Runner stretching foot to relieve plantar fasciitis pain on track

Got plantar fasciitis but don’t want to stop running? Here’s how to manage it, modify your training, and know when to rest.

Categories Injury Prevention, Running Health

What to Wear Running in Cold Weather

May 25, 2026May 12, 2026 by Aisha Rahman
What to Wear Running in Cold Weather

Dress in layers. Know the fabric rules. Run comfortable at 5°C, 0°C, and below. Real-world cold weather running.

Categories Clothing & Accessories, Gear & Kit

Compression socks for running: do they actually work?

May 25, 2026May 12, 2026 by Tom Briggs
Runner wearing bright compression socks mid-stride on a sunny road

Compression socks for running promise faster recovery and fewer injuries. Here’s what the research actually says — and when they’re worth wearing.

Categories Clothing & Accessories, Gear & Kit

Marathon taper week: what to expect and how to handle it

May 25, 2026May 12, 2026 by Dan Fletcher
Runner resting on track during marathon taper week, looking calm and focused

Taper week is weird, uncomfortable, and necessary. Here’s exactly what to expect in your final week before marathon day — and how to stay sane.

Categories Marathon Training, Training Plans

What to Eat the Night Before a Half Marathon

May 25, 2026May 12, 2026 by Aisha Rahman
What to Eat the Night Before a Half Marathon

Pre-race fuelling guide: carbs, hydration, timing, and what NOT to try. Race smart, starting with dinner.

Categories Half Marathon Training, Training Plans

Carbohydrate loading before a marathon: how to do it right

May 25, 2026May 12, 2026 by Aisha Rahman
Runner eating pasta meal, carb-loading for marathon race day preparation

Carb loading before a marathon isn’t just eating pasta the night before. Here’s exactly how to do it right — timings, amounts, and what to avoid.

Categories Marathon Training, Training Plans

How to run a 10k in under 50 minutes: training plan

May 25, 2026May 12, 2026 by Dan Fletcher
Runner crossing finish line tape at 10K race, stopwatch showing under 50 minutes

Want to break 50 minutes for 10k? This honest training plan covers paces, sessions, and timelines for everyday runners with real schedules.

Categories 10K Training, Training Plans

Strength Training Exercises for Marathon Runners

May 25, 2026May 12, 2026 by Claire Matthews
Strength Training Exercises for Marathon Runners

20-minute twice-weekly routine. Core, glutes, hips. Prevent injuries and run stronger.

Categories Marathon Training, Training Plans
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