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Determined Woman Joggers

How long it should take you to run a mile, according to your age

Health January 27, 2026 By Jessica Hamilton

Black items including digital watch, running vest, headbands and leggins for marathon training

The best winter running kit to survive marathon training in freezing weather

Shopping January 20, 2026 By Louise Whitbread

New Balance, Nike, Adidas and Asics running shoes on a yellow and purple background with a runner underlay in the background

11 of the best expert-approved running shoes to buy now

Shopping January 16, 2026 By Lydia Wheatley

women running together in the park running investigation Picture: Getty/ metro

Women are told to join run clubs for safety — then they're filmed and harassed by men

Lifestyle December 15, 2025 By Alice Giddings

Call me annoying, but there's a good reason for running on holidays

Travel November 26, 2025 By Kristina Beanland

Models wearing different fitness wear from Decathlon, including a hat, leggings and turquoise zip up jacket.

From drizzle to downpours, these winter running essentials are made for autumnal weather

Shopping October 4, 2025 By Emma North

Dahaba Ali Hussen: I took up running - my family's response horrified me

I was a proud runner - my family's comments stopped me in my tracks

Families September 13, 2025 By Dahaba Ali Hussen

Competitors Take Part In The Great North Run 2025

Major blunder after Great North Run medals show wrong city and river

UK September 8, 2025 By Ryan Prosser

Dahaba Ali Hussen: I took up running - my family's response horrified me

I was a proud runner - my family's comments stopped me in my tracks

Families September 13, 2025 By Dahaba Ali Hussen

Fauja Singh pictured with other runners

World’s oldest marathon runner, 114, killed by car while crossing the road

UK July 15, 2025 By Katie Boyden

Women runners are arming themselves with illegal makeshift 'protection'

Lifestyle June 30, 2025 By Alice Giddings

Alice Giddings running piece picture; getty/ metro

Thousands of men are spitting on women runners — it's happened to me

Lifestyle June 3, 2025 By Alice Giddings

Vicky Holland - I'm still a top triathlete even after giving birth

My first run after giving birth was more emotional than the Olympics

Sport May 19, 2025 By Vicky Holland

Jack Wyse: My best mate ran a 70km ultra marathon - weeks later, he was gone

I ran with my friend when he was alive - now I run for him

Health May 19, 2025 By Jack Wyse

Determined Woman Joggers

This is how fast you should be able to run a mile based on your age

Health January 26, 2026 By Jessica Hamilton

Bishop of BirminghamHoly bishop runs Great Birmingham Run this weekendThe Right Reverend Dr Michael Volland is also a keen surfer when it comes to life away from his Church of England posting in Birmingham.His roll call of events includes the 100km Race to the Stones along the Ridgeway and he is due to take part in today?s AJ Bell Great Birmingham Run.?I like the sense of freedom that comes from just leaving your house and running down the street,? Dr Volland explains. ?I value the space to think and look around. After a run I often feel more mentally alert and have a sense of inner peace and calm. Running is a gift from God.

I'm a surfing holy bishop who found my calling running ultra-marathons

UK May 2, 2025 By Josh Layton

Marathon Runners, Multiracial Group of

This is what running 26 miles actually does to your body

Health April 26, 2025 By Lizzie Thomson

Runners on the road at the London Marathon.

7 freebies 2025 London Marathon runners can claim this weekend, from Lush to TfL

Health April 28, 2025 By Eleanor Noyce

John McAvoy @johnmcavoy2 The Alpine Run Project 🏃🏻‍♀️🏔️ I made a commitment that is super important to me: 50% of our project would be female. We want to create relatable role models that will inspire more young women to take up sports, in particular trail running, over the coming years. 8:26 AM · May 7, 2024 · 2,187 Views

Adolescence left me determined to show our children what healthy masculinity looks like

Sport March 27, 2025 By Orla Chennaoui

Dr Hussain Al-Zubaidi: Parkrun piece

One prescription has helped hundreds of my patients - and me

Health February 25, 2025 By Dr Hussain Al-Zubaidi