Tag: running

Five of the Best Running Packs

Posted on 29/05/202125/05/2021 by Ruth Martin

Getting set to hit the trails this summer? Find out the best running packs as recommended by real runners in our latest Real Women Review With more and more women taking up trail running and ultra running, all which require mandatory kit, finding a running pack that is big enough and comfortable over many miles is almost as challenging as the race. Room for kit, waterproofing, comfortable and big enough room for all the snacks (surely one of the joys of ultra running is taking a stash of delicious goodies, eh?) which is the best? Here’s our guide as tried

SIX OF THE BEST RUNNING SUNGLASSES

Posted on 01/05/202130/04/2021 by Ruth Martin

Sun’s out, sunglasses out! In our latest Real Women review, we round up five of the best running sunglasses as recommended by some real-life female runners. When the sun comes out, we tend to be very good at layering on the sunscreen (you do, don’t you?!) to protect our skin but what about our eyes? The radiation from the sun in the form of UV light, even on cloudy days can damage our eyes. So along with looking for sunnies to help you see well on the trails and roads as you run, opt for a brand that includes both

Running Shoes And Sustainability

Posted on 22/04/202122/04/2021 by Rachael Woolston

Do you think about where your latest pair of worn out running shoes goes when they are no longer fit for purpose? It is estimated that over 90% of footwear produced will end up in landfill, often within just 12 months of being purchased and decomposition can take over 50 years. When the global pandemic hit and the world went into lockdown, planet earth seemed to have a moment to recover. Suddenly there was less traffic on the roads, no planes in the sky and for many of us, getting outside into nature became a respite from being stuck indoors,

Five of the Best Recovery Techniques

Posted on 15/02/202115/02/2021 by Elsa Smith

Want to progress in your running and triathlon? Give your body the chance to adapt to the training stress with these recovery tips recommended by every day female athletes in our Real Women Review series Coach Recommendation: Performance Naps We all know that sleep gives our muscles the chance to recover after running or triathlon training. But have you ever tried a short nap for recovery after a hard session? Give it a go, it works. ‘If I’ve done a long run or bike ride, or something very intense, the very best thing you can do is to sleep for

Six of the Best Running Bras for Every Cup Size

Posted on 02/02/202102/02/2021 by Fern Pearson

In our latest Real Women Review article, we reveal the best high impact running bras as recommended by real female athletes just like you Best running bras for C-Cup and below Punch Sports Bra, £39.00 – Coaches Recommendation “My go-to is the Punch sports bra, it’s super comfortable and provides a good amount of coverage so if I run with my top off I don’t feel like I’m running near naked! I’m a 36B and I got the small size which fits me comfortably. I really like the wide shoulder straps and the wide, thick chest band, so there’s no

Eight of the Best Reflective Running Kit

Posted on 06/11/202006/11/2020 by Fern Pearson

With less daylight hours, learn the beauty of pre-sunrise and night time road and trail running. But make sure you can be seen… Jackets Proviz REFLECT360 Outdoor Jacket, £99.99 Proviz’s REFLECT360 Women’s Outdoor Jacket is waterproof and windproof, with an outer shell that is 100% reflective. Any light from a vehicle, or the torchlight of a passing runner or cyclist will reflect back making you light up the night. (Get 20% off any of their products with our exclusive discount code for GRTW newsletter subscribers). Craft Lumen Lightweight Reflective Running Jacket, £77.89 This Craft reflective running jacket has all-over reflective

Real Women Review: Waterproof Running Jackets

Posted on 21/10/202006/11/2020 by Fern Pearson

Introducing our new segment real women review…where we ask YOU, our running and triathlon community for your top product recommendations to help other women choose the best kit. First up…waterproof running jackets… Scroll to the end for an exciting competition in partnership with award-winning sportswear brand Proviz Sports to win a Proviz REFLECT360 Women’s Running Jacket. Inov-8 Stormshell Full Zip Running Jacket Price: £180 Key attributes: Lightweight jacket for training and racing in wet conditions. “The Inov-8 Stormshell folds away really small, so it’s perfect to carry on changeable days, it’s waterproof and, most importantly breathable too. The jacket also

Race Review: Virtual London Marathon

Posted on 15/10/202015/10/2020 by Fern Pearson

For the first time in its history, the London Marathon invited participants to run the marathon their way, running virtually alongside 45,000 runners up and down the UK – and across the world. Jennifer Glass, 52, shares her experience of this historic event with us. The event was like nothing else I’ve ever done! The race required you to plan your own route, decide your own start time and organise all the logistics involved in running 26.2 miles that are usually handled for you. There was no expo but equally, there wasn’t a portaloo queue! I found comfort in being

Do women get slower with age?

Posted on 14/09/202014/09/2020 by Rachael Woolston

As we hit our forties and beyond, how much does it affect our speed and how should we change the way that we train? Physiologically, there is no doubt that if you an elite female athlete you will get slower as you age. But for the majority of female recreational runners and triathletes, getting slower as you hit your forties and fifties is NOT a foregone conclusion. Why? Because most recreational female athletes don’t start running seriously until their thirties. As for triathlon, many of us don’t have the time or money to start training for a multi-disciplined event until

3 Ways to Boost Your Motivation to Train

Posted on 10/09/202022/09/2020 by Fern Pearson

We all know that we should be training, but sometimes it can be hard to find the time or the motivation. If you’ve found yourself in a rut here are three easy ways to help you get back out there and reaching your goals. Many of us couldn’t wait to get out there and train post-lockdown, then suddenly autumn hit and we’re busier than ever. Whether you’ve been preparing for the kids going back to school or just coping with returning to semi-normal life it can leave us feeling unmotivated. 3 Tips to Get Motivated to Train: Get enough sleep Making