Foam rollers and massage guns: what actually helps recovery?
What a roller or massage gun might help with, where the evidence is uncertain, and how to decide whether either deserves a...
Running kit
Straightforward advice to help you choose kit that works for you.
Compression clothing for runners: performance tool, recovery aid or mostly preference?
Compression can feel reassuringly snug, but does it help you run or recover? A practical look at the evidence, the fit and...
Running sunglasses: what actually matters?
UV protection, lens categories, polarisation and fit explained, so you can choose sunglasses for your face and your usual running routes.
Bottle, belt or hydration vest?
Choose a comfortable way to carry fluid, with practical comparisons and loaded-fit checks for handhelds, belts and hydration vests.
How accurate is your running watch?
Your watch can be useful without being right about everything. Make sense of GPS distance, pace, heart rate and calorie estimates.
Running headphones: bone conduction, open-ear or in-ear?
Understand the three headphone formats, what to check for comfort and hearing, and why race permission depends on the rules for your...
How to choose a running belt
Choose your running belt with the actual contents inside. Check sizing, pocket layout, movement and access before relying on it for a...
How to carry your phone while running
Pockets, belts, armbands and vests can all work. Choose around your actual phone, the clothes you like running in and how easily...
How to choose a running jacket that suits the runs you actually do
Start with the weather protection you need, then check fit, ventilation and the details you will use. A clear guide to running-jacket...
What to wear running in winter without getting too hot halfway round
Dress for the whole outing, including walking breaks and the journey home. A practical guide to choosing layers you can adjust as...
Running leggings: what actually matters
A waistband that stays put, comfortable seams and pockets that hold what you need: the useful details to check before buying running...
Running socks: cushioning, blisters and whether specialist socks are worth it
Fit, seams, cushioning and fabric all deserve a look. Here is how to choose running socks without expecting a label to guarantee...
Find your pace
Plan a run. Set a goal. Make the numbers simple.