There are still places left in the Sean Coxhead Ribbon Run and all profits will be donated to Macmillan Cancer Support who helped this inspirational, selfless man.  Participants run or walk 5K and include a section of their route in the shape of a ribbon – as Strava art.  read the post ..read more

England Athletics has responded to the Government's limited easing of Coronavirus lockdown measures by updating its guidance for coaches, run leaders, runners and facilities to help the sport ease into a restricted return to activity. read the post ..read more

It was a towering effort from Gary Howells who completed 10 marathons in 10 days on a treadmill after the 'real' Brathay 10in10, scheduled to start on 8 May, was cancelled. The Welsh Coast Runner showed good judgment of pace across the 10-stage challenge as each marathon was faster than the previous. read the post ..read more

Most runners will be aware of the positive effects of physical activity on mental health, but it's likely they'll know less about the similarly positive effects of Kindness: the theme of this year's Mental Health Awareness Week (18–24 May).  read the post ..read more

David Melly believes he may have discovered the antithesis to hard virtual racing by running the slowest possible mile in lockdown in Boston, USA, home of the world's oldest marathon. On Friday 15 May, with perfect running technique, the former elite track performer ran 19:38 – 8:34:00 marathon pace! read the post ..read more

Skull and crossbones buffs are the prizes for the keen crew of runners who took part in the Virtual GRIM Jolly Roger over the weekend (Friday 15 May to Sunday 17 May). Everyone heaved-ho in this pirate run and there was plenty of inventiveness when it came to the black and white theme. read the post ..read more

An amazing field of 1,600 has been taking part in the sixth annual Run For The 96 5K today (Saturday 16 May). In 2020's coronavirus-influenced world the community legacy run is a virtual event but it has attracted huge home and international participation. read the post ..read more

The SPAR City of Preston 10K is set to take place in October and the local community will benefit from this big-hearted event that is the city's running red letter day. This is an invitation to put your best foot forward this autumn and enjoy a day’s racing in a city with a rich sporting and industrial heritage.  read the post ..read more

A trimmed down Essar Four Villages Half Marathon (4VHM)  for 2021 could be a sign of how things might be done in the immediate future. Organisers have set a date of Sunday 17 January 2021 and are planning a ‘back to basics’ version but they say this is 'a race for runners by runners' and will retain those features that have made it one of the most popular races in the UK. read the post ..read more

Always Aim High Events have responded to the lockdown by launching a series of challenges throughout May that will keep everyone active and focused despite the restrictions. Tough out your time at home by running, walking, cycling, stair climbing or a duathlon and be added to the ‘Roll of Honour’.  read the post ..read more