Running

Running is a great way to get fit, stay sharp and burn those calories. Our Nuffield Health experts offer advice on avoiding injury, training, and improving your runs. 

10K Marathon Half marathon 5K Running tips

You have seven days until race day. When done right, training in this last week will boost your confidence and make sure you’re mentally prepared for your big day. Ashleigh Ahlqhuist provides some guidelines to help you make the most of your last few days.

Updated: Thursday 23 April 2026

Published: Thursday 7 January 2016

For a runner, there are few decisions as important as the marathon you choose. From the fastest courses to the most scenic locations to enjoy, we pick some of the UK's top locations for covering 26.2 miles.

Updated: Thursday 23 April 2026

Published: Friday 9 June 2023

From first-timers to seasoned pros, reaching the marathon finish line should fill you with a sense of pride and achievement. But you’re not quite done.

Updated: Tuesday 27 September 2022

Published: Sunday 3 October 2021

Training for your first triathlon? Nuffield Health Physiologist and experienced triathlete, Heather Taylor shares her tips to get the most out of your performance.

Updated: Tuesday 9 April 2019

Published: Monday 8 April 2019

Build up your endurance ahead of your 10k run with this 2-months-to-go training programme from Nuffield Health experts.

Updated: Thursday 13 December 2018

Published: Thursday 13 December 2018

Start your duathlon training with this programme from Personal Trainer Ryan Burn.

Updated: Friday 10 June 2016

Published: Thursday 12 May 2016

If your duathlon is five months away, build endurance with this training programme from Personal Trainer Ryan Burn.

Updated: Friday 10 June 2016

Published: Thursday 12 May 2016

If your duathlon is four months away, build distance with this training programme from Personal Trainer Ryan Burn.

Updated: Friday 10 June 2016

Published: Thursday 12 May 2016

If your duathlon is three months away, build cardio fitness and gain confidence with this training programme from Personal Trainer Ryan Burn.

Updated: Friday 10 June 2016

Published: Thursday 12 May 2016

If your duathlon is next month, use this programme from Personal Trainer Ryan Burn to achieve consistent results in training.

Updated: Friday 10 June 2016

Published: Thursday 12 May 2016

Cycling and running are two of the best forms of cardiovascular exercise we can do. But how do they compare to each other

Updated: Friday 8 April 2016

Published: Friday 19 June 2015