Stories by Xmiles

Show me a research paper that says stretching is good for runners and I'll point you to another two that suggest you are just as likely to get injured with a diligent stretching routine. So... Who to believe? The general...

Consistency If it wasn't for the fact that it would make for a very boring article I'd fill up all 5 points with consistency, it's that important! If you want to get anywhere near your potential then commitment is essential,...

Long running is what makes a marathon runner; it’s as simple as that. If I were to prioritise my top 3 runs during an average week of marathon training they would be my long run, my second long run and...

Yes I know, it’s getting cold and grim out there but before you go sticking that puffa jacket and woolly scarf on, try and remember that within ten minutes of starting your run your body temperature will have increased significantly...

Post-marathon blues is a lot more common than you might think. After months of following a structured plan, being told what to do every day and then dealing with the emotional high (or low!) of race day, its not surprising...

It’s race week and all the hard work is done but that doesn’t mean you can do what you like over the next few days. Follow these simple tips for what to do and more importantly what not to do...