Marathon & Training
Hints, tips and support for all of you going the extra mile,
training for the TCS London Marathon
BUXTON Sweat and Tears Runners Share Their Post-marathon Feelings
And just like that, the London Marathon 2023 has come to a close! After experiencing that rush of adrenaline when they crossed the finish line, we asked our Buxton Sweat and Tears Runners to share their post-marathon feelings and any other reflections they had after completing this huge achievement. See what wisdom they had to share below.
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3 Rise Up Marathon Runners Tell Us About Running and Mental Health
3 Buxton marathon runners share with us how running and training for the marathon helped with their mental health. See their inspiring stories here.
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The Mental Benefits of Exercise
We already know that exercise is good for us but it can also help improve our mood, help with anxiety, stress and depression and also improve our sleep patterns.
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The Benefits of Cross Training
Cross training really just means incorporating a number of different activities into your exercise routine. By doing this you’ll use a range of movements and load a variety of muscles, bones, joints, and ligaments which in turn will help avoid the repetition or impact injuries associated with a single activity, such as running.
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Getting started and preparing your body and mind for training
“The miracle isn’t that I finished. The miracle is that I had the courage to start.” ~ John Bingham
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Being Brave Enough To Take On A New Challenge
“The man who moves a mountain begins by carrying away small stones” ~ Confucius
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Eating After a Run: Our Guide to Marathon Eating
Knowing what to eat before, during and after a marathon can be difficult. But don't worry, we've put together a guide on marathon nutrition - take a look!
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Running in The Rain & Other Weather Conditions: Our Guide
The British weather doesn't need to stop your running schedule. With some adjustments, you can stay on track. See more on running in the rain & more.
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Marathon Motivation: Running your best London Marathon
Running a marathon is not an easy sport, and staying motivated before race day can be a challenge. Read more about marathon motivation here.
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