Runner's World UK

Runner's World is an inspirational and motivational magazine for runners of all ages and abilities. In every issue of Runner’s World we inform, advise, educate, and motivate runners of all ages and abilities. We help every runner achieve their personal health, fitness and performance goals. Runner’s World shows you the best ways to get the maximum amount of benefits from running in the minimum amount of time. Big promise? Definitely. But you don’t have to take our word for it – we’d like to prove it to you!

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Timing is everything • When’s the best time to exercise? The answer may depend on your gender

Fast things first • What happens if you go fast before you go long?

Stable diet • Dietary overhauls are a messy business. If you’re eating healthily, make only bite-sized changes

The magic of mini-goals • How to break down intimidating challenges into stepping stones

Hail the heel strike • Far from being a dirty word, heelstriking may have bone-strengthening benefits

SOLE TRADER • Vic Owens recently set the 24-hour barefoot world record and says running sans shoes is the way to go

AN EQUAL FOOTING • SheRaces is aiming to make the racing experience more welcoming and positive for female runners

WHY RUNNING YOUR BEST COULD BE ALL ABOUT TIMING

LETTER OF THE MONTH

KIRSTEN BEVERLEY-WATERS • 37, FROM MAINE, RAN 50KM EVERY DAY FOR 22 DAYS TO SUPPORT THE LGBTQ+ COMMUNITY

MY FIRST ULTRA REVEALS SOME HARD BUT NECESSARY TRUTHS

RUNNING IS FREE, BUT SO PRECIOUS

DOWNLOAD YOUR ULTIMATE RUNNING COMPANION • Subscribe to the digital edition of Runner’s World and SAVE UP TO 26% on the cover price. Get great tips on race plans, sportswear, nutrition and much more.

47 Ways To Run Your Perfect Race • Whether you’re racing a 5K or an ultra, use the wisdom of seasoned racers and the knowledge of running experts to help you perform at your best and squeeze every inch of joy from race day

IS MAINSTREAM RUNNING READY TO Gets High? • THAI RICHARDS IS CREATING A NEW KIND OF RUNNING COMMUNITY WITH A RADICAL MISSION: TO DESTIGMATISE THE WAY WE THINK ABOUT WEED AND WELLNESS

30 TRIED AND TESTED amazing nutrition hacks! (FOR RUNNERS WHO LOVE FOOD) • WE’RE NOT HERE TO PUSH PROHIBITIVE, MONOTONOUS MEAL PLANS IN A BID TO MEET SHORT-TERM HEALTH GOALS. FAR BETTER, WE THINK, TO FILL UP ON THE FARE THAT MAKES YOU FEEL GOOD AND WILL POWER BODY AND SOLE IN THE LONG RUN. TO THAT END, WE’RE SERVING UP A MONTH’S WORTH OF SMART NUTRITION TIPS FROM THE LATEST SCIENCE AND MOST FLAVOUR-FILLED COOKBOOKS

Victory is great; friendship is greater • To mark the 100th anniversary of the birth of history’s greatest runner, we celebrate a life and a legacy that remain timely and vital. Beyond the medals and the records, Emil Zátopek still shows us what truly matters in sport and in life

FULL-SPEED AHEAD • Whatever your goal or ability, all runners will benefit from speedwork in training. Here are the fundamentals of fast

What’s your advice on combining resistance training with cardio on the same day?

ON THE REBOUND • How to bounce back stronger when a race doesn’t go to plan

GET THE KETTLE ON • Kettlebell training can help build fitness, improve power and strengthen your core. Here’s how to do it right

A TASTE OF SUNSHINE • Caribbean cuisine’s fresh ingredients and punchy flavours offer some spicy health benefits

Master your diet • How veteran athletes should adjust their nutrition for optimal health and performance

GEAR GIVE YOUR SELF THE EDGE Sports Nutrition Awards 2022 • The very best products to fuel your runs and recovery, tried and tested by the Runner’s World...