5 common mistakes beginner runners make (and how to avoid them)
Starting to run is exciting, but overdoing it can slow down your motivation fast. Avoid these 5 common beginner mistakes to build a sustainable running habit.
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5 common mistakes beginner runners make (and how to avoid them)
Starting to run is exciting, but overdoing it can slow down your motivation fast. Avoid these 5 common beginner mistakes to build a sustainable running habit.
How realistic is my goal time? A practical check-in for runners
Wondering if your goal time is realistic? Whether you're aiming for a PB or just hoping to finish strong, this article walks you through how to set a realistic running time goal based on your fitness, training and lifestyle, without losing motivation.
Setting process goals vs outcome goals: How to focus on what you can control
Outcome goals, such as race times or distances, provide direction. But it’s the process goals, such as your daily actions and habits, that that drive progress. In this article, we explore how these two types of goal work together to support better, more sustainable training.
Beginner vs experienced runners: Why your training needs to evolve with you
Beginner and experienced runners have different training needs, and interpreting the same data can have different meanings. This article explains how training needs change from beginner to experienced level, why progress slows over time and how to avoid comparison traps.
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Album review: IST IST - Protagonists
Ist Ist release their new album, ‘Protagonists’.
A psychedelic blend of bagpipes and electronic sound: OOPUS release second album ‘Folk On Acid’
Estonian folktronica band OOPUS master the art of blending together electronic music with traditional folk elements and combining it with visuals and light installations. I sat down with Johannes Ahun and Mari Meentalo to talk about the new album ‘Folk On Acid’.
EP review: The Vaccines - Planet Of The Youth
Just in time before the start of their tour, The Vaccines surprise us with a fresh EP ‘Planet Of The Youth’.
Single review: Freya Beer - Love Child
Freya Beer makes a powerful return with a big sound, ‘Love Child’, that goes deep dark into the toxins of love. It’s a compelling journey through epic soundtrack-like, gloomy soundscapes.
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