Should you include yoga in your training?

Creating a mental training programme

Many studies have shown that the mind's influence on the body's performance is huge. Mental training should form part of any runner's training programme but what does this training look like and how should you carry it out?

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Judd and Rowe seal senior titles as Euro Cross GB Team selected

Many athletes booked their places at the European Cross Country Championships as the British Cross Challenge Series moved to Liverpool. Jess Judd claimed a great victory in the senior women's race, while Jack Rowe held off the challenge of Andrew Butchart to take the men's title. Alex Bell will represent Great Britain in the mixed relay after dominating in the women's Short Course Trial, with Ben West winning the men's event.

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Overcoming barriers to running

So you've heard all of the reasons why you should run: the health benefits, the social scene, the accessibility in terms of cost and places to do it but there is still that little gremlin sitting on your shoulder telling you that it's not for you! In this article we look at some of the barriers to running and how you can knock them down and get past them.

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Could a little competition get your handicap score down?

When the going gets tough..

We all have our ups and downs in everything we do including our running. While we often start out with good intentions and great enthusiasm there is much to dampen our spirits and keeping focus can be a challenge. Today we offer some tips to support your ambitions.

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