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Tom McMeekin-Donnelly is a runner, outdoor enthusiast and cyclist. Tom competes in ultra-marathons in the UK and Ireland. Tom runs anything from a marathon to 100 miles. He can often be found in the mountains around his home in Ireland.
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How To Run An 8 Minute Mile: The Complete Training Guide

1 Mile Guides

Running a mile can be tough. Think back to when you started running, more often … Read more

How To Dry Running Shoes Properly To Avoid Water Damage 7

Here’s How To Dry Running Shoes Properly

Running Shoe Information

Whether you are just back from a run in the rain, or you have just … Read more

How To Wash Running Shoes Without Aging Them

Here’s How To Wash Running Shoes Without Aging Them

Running Shoe Information

If you have just bought a new pair of running shoes, and you’re thinking about … Read more

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Running In Bad Air Quality: What AQI is safe for running?

Running 101

Our lungs are pretty important when we are running, not to mention just for day … Read more

Retro Running. Benefits of Retro Running

Running Backwards: 5 Benefits of ‘Retro’ Running + 5 How To Tricks

Random, Running 101

We know what you’re thinking – but don’t worry, this article isn’t about encouraging you … Read more

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6 Tips For Running A Marathon when Undertrained and Underprepared

Marathon Tips

Feeling undertrained and underprepared for an upcoming marathon? We’ve all been there. For most novice … Read more

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Should You Foam Roll Your IT Band? + 5 ITB Stretches

Recovery and Treatment

The Iliotibial Band or IT Band (ITB) is a length of connective tissue that runs … Read more

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How Long Is A Half Marathon? 4 Ways To Measure It

Half Marathon Information

So how many miles is a half marathon, seems like an easy enough question. The … Read more

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Running 7 Miles A Day: Benefits, Drawbacks, How To Do It

Running 101

Running 7 miles a day is a mean feat! Running 7 miles a day is … Read more

how to run a 9 minute mile

How to Run A 9 Minute Mile: The Complete Training Guide

1 Mile Guides

The average novice runner will complete a mile in around 12 minutes, so getting your … Read more

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Running Economy Explained: What It Is, 5 Workouts To Improve It

Running 101, Running Form

Running Economy is one of those terms that is often batted around by runners and … Read more

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The Ultra Runner’s Playbook

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