Alice Barraclough

The best max-cushioned running shoes for ultimate comfort
Maximalist shoes with high, foam-filled midsoles are here to stay – here’s our pick of the best
5 best calf stretches to strengthen and injury-proof your lower legs
Avoid injury setbacks and boost your running performance by adding these key calf stretches to your routine

After the best sunscreen for sport? 12 that passed my meticulous sweat tests
Our favourite sunscreens that can keep pace with your run this summer

This is why you get foot cramp while you run – and what to do about it
Painful foot cramp can derail any run – so here’s what causes it and how to stop it from happening in the first place
5 foam roller exercises to help tired muscles recover faster
Feeling achey after your runs? Nail your post-run recovery with this simple foam roller routine

The best quad stretches for runners
Boost performance and accelerate recovery with these pre- and post-run stretches.

The benefits of cold-water therapy for runners
Will Wim Hof’s philosophy make you a better runner?

4 best glute stretches for runners
Butt and run: add these mobilising glute stretches to your post-run recovery routine

9 of the best running books
Our selection of the finest books about the noble art of putting one foot in front of the other

Single-leg squat: How to master this advanced single leg move
Try this squat variation to liven up your leg day workouts and improve your running form

Perfect pre-run breakfasts to keep you fuelled
Unsure what to eat before a run? Power up your next workout with these delicious breakfast ideas

Everything you need to know about getting a sports massage
From the recovery benefits to when you should consider getting one, here’s the lowdown on this well-used tool

The best women’s winter running leggings for 2025
These thermal running leggings will help you stay warm and motivated until spring

The best trails to run in the UK
From Scotland to Cornwall, these are the best trails to explore in the UK

The ultimate Hyrox workout for runners
Hyrox Doubles World Champion and master trainer Jake Dearden shares his three-part workout to improve your skills in the fast-growing fitness trend

How to do donkey kicks – and why they can improve your running form
Funny name aside, this glute-strengthening exercise is great for preventing injury

How to activate your glutes to boost your running performance
Get the best out of your behind with these runner-approved exercises to fire up your glutes

9 of the best Half Ironman triathlons in Europe
Tempted to take the swim, bike, run test at a middle-distance triathlon? Make it a 70.3 where there's plenty to see

Here’s how much protein you should really be eating
Worried about protein deficiency? We asked a nutrition expert to tell us how much protein you need

What is creatine?
Here’s everything you need to know about the benefits and side effects of this supplement – and how you can incorporate it into your diet

10 of the best sports swimsuits for cross training and triathlons
Whether you're heading to the sea or a lido, we've hand-picked our favourite swimsuits for sport

Hoka Clifton 9: Tried and tested
This maximalist daily trainer will keep you comfortable and supported during your next run

What time does the 2024 London Marathon start?
Running or spectating this year's London Marathon? Here's how to plan for the big event on Sunday 21 April

Garmin Venu 3: Tried and tested
This smartwatch has been designed to support every health and fitness goal – but is it any good for runners?

I tried this £159 heat and vibration wearable to see if it could ease my Achilles pain
Convenient and lightweight, the Hyperice Venom Go is designed to relieve tension and soreness

20 surprising things we learned from the RW Running Survey 2023
We asked 1,823 runners why they run, how often, their biggest running pet peeves and much, much more. Here’s what they told us

Short on training time? The busy runner's guide to getting faster
Pushed for time? These four workouts will help you improve your finishing time on your lunch break

Should you train in the same shoes you race in?
Sports podiatrist Matt Hart gives us the lowdown on why it’s important to train in a variety of different shoes

The best moments of the 2023 World Athletics Championships
Relieve some of the most memorable moments from this year's Champs in Budapest

What is the average running speed?
Whether you’ve just started running or you’re a seasoned marathoner, we all want to know what’s a ‘good’ 5K time. These are the average paces – both globally and in the UK

As run editors, here are 12 pieces of gear that genuinely impressed us this month
From the latest trail shoes to sports nutrition...

New York City Marathon changes pregnancy deferral policy – but it requires athletes to pay to defer
The policy change means pregnant or postpartum athletes will receive a guaranteed entry for one of the next three races they originally registered for – but will need to pay to defer their place