The big half: what’s a good half marathon time?
Just signed up for a half marathon? You’ve navigated your way here, so chances are you’re at least thinking about it. Maybe you’re on the hunt for some stats before committing 100%? Though we’d argue a ‘good’ marathon time is different
How should beginners train for a marathon?
In our experience, the post London Marathon ballot day leaves us either feeling totally amped to get training or seriously disappointed about missing out. If you’re in the disappointed camp, time to set your sights on something else.Find your marathonFor
Pacing London: what it’s like to pace London Marathon
You don’t need to be a fast runner to work at Let’s Do This, but that doesn’t stop Let’s Do This data scientist, Simon Wright, from running sub 3 hour marathons in his spare time. A 2:53:20 marathoner, triathlete and enthusiastic
Couch to 5K: Kickstart Your Running Routine
If you’re looking to lace-up and get running but not sure where to begin, then download a Couch to 5K app and consider yourself officially at the start line. Stick with it and in just nine weeks, you’ll be racing
6 Tips To Improve Your Marathon Time
Whether you’re crossing the line for the very first time or going for a PB, follow these tips to optimise your marathon time.Running a marathon may seem like a nearly impossible task, but it’s entirely doable for most runners with
Marathon Recovery: How to Get Back to Your Best After 26.2
You’ve put in the hours and passed up on the social plans. Marathon day is finally here, and you’ve earned a lifetime of pride after making your way through those gruelling 26.2 miles.But your journey doesn’t stop here. Post-marathon recovery
How to Start Running: Training for Beginners
If you’re thinking about how to get into running, there’s no better time to start. Running offers incredible health benefits, including lower blood pressure, higher lung capacity and improved mental health.It’s also totally flexible: no gym memberships, expensive sports equipment
5 Obstacle Events Every Runner Must Try
Plateau and boredom are things all runners deal with at some point in training.When you find yourself starting to dread that weekly long run or getting frustrated by the familiar numbers on your watch, shaking up your training is
How to Train & Prepare for a Spartan Race
Spartan races promise mystery obstacles, mud, a truly physical challenge and a whole lot of fun. With obstacle races all over the world and a passionate community of mighty Spartans at every race, what exactly do they entail, and what's
How to run faster: 10 tips to increase your average running speed
Wondering how to run faster without getting tired? Follow these ten tips to get started. Have you reached a plateau in your running? Maybe you haven’t broken your weekly parkrun best in a while, or maybe you’re just not seeing