Last updated: 02-Aug-18 By Diana Green, Nutritionist For the ultra runner, snacks are an essential part of any nutrition strategy. In spite of trial and error with different gels and bars, many runners suffer problematic gastrointestinal side effects as a result of consuming these sweet energy snacks. Even for those who have found the perfect …
Last updated: 05-Dec-18 By Alice Morrison They are probably your least expensive bit of kit but they protect your most important asset – your feet. Blisters, bruising, and toe nail trauma can all be alleviated by wearing the right socks for the right conditions and for your feet. I have been trying out a variety …
Last updated: 17-Aug-18 By Luke Jarmey Ultra-lightweight waterproof shells are definitely at the sexier end of running products. Why is this? Well, it’s kinda strange really, as it is something you don’t necessarily wear that often. But with a large portion of our running taking place on remote trails, within the turmoil of inclement weather …
Last updated: 17-Aug-18 By James Eacott Performance, comfort and freedom. Three things you’re guaranteed to experience with these fantastic shorts from Asics. Features Quick drying fabric Sweat-wicking material Zippered back pocket Anti-odour brief 5-inch inseam Reflective elements UK RRP £29. Pros: What’s to like about the Asics Woven 5” Running Shorts 5-inch shorts, are in …
Last updated: 17-Aug-18 By James Eacott For a top that’ll see you through both Spring and Summer, look no further than the Asics Seamless LS. It’s versatile, durable and looks fantastic. This is a must-have garment. Features Seamless fabric Motion Therm technology Motion Dry technology Reflective elements UK RRP £40. Pros: What’s to like about …
Last updated: 17-Aug-18 By James Eacott James spent much of the winter running in tights (or ‘leggings’, to others). Winter in the UK was mild pre-Christmas, but January has seen him run in temperatures predominantly between -5⁰C and +5⁰C, with plenty of mud along the way. He tested two pairs of tights from inov-8 and …
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Last updated: 16-Aug-18 By Alice Morrison I know of few pleasures greater than stepping out in a new pair of socks. Those runs are always good runs. Here I test out four sets of socks designed for different terrains and distance. Prepare yourself for a veritable smorgasbord of socks. Bridgedale Speed Trail Overall score: 8/10 …
Last updated: 17-Aug-18 By Fiona Outdoors In winter or on cold mornings in spring and summer, long running tights are a must-own. Here, we review two pairs of technical running tights. SKINS A400 Starlight long tights Part of the technical SKINS A400 compression tights range, the Starlights have extra reflective details for nighttime and dull-day …
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Last updated: 24-Oct-18 By Steve Diederich So, lets get the debate out of the way, straight away. Gels are Marmite – you either need them or hate them (Nobody can love them right?). Energy gels remain part of the nutrition armoury of many runners, often as a “get out of jail free card”. They typically …
Last updated: 16-Aug-18 By Steve Diederich We review the 10 Best Energy Bars on the market – Trading off Nutrition vs Weight vs Flavour is a bit of a minefield –as is looking at the tiny writing on the back or the wrapper, so we have taken the legwork out of this and, purely in …
