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Discover the Hidden Gems: Top 5 Exciting Running Spots in Staffordshire (You Wont Know all of Them)
If you're a running enthusiast searching for fresh and exciting terrain, Staffordshire has a treasure trove of hidden gems waiting to be...
Aug 64 min read


🏃♂️ Holiday Running Essentials: Stay Cool, Protected, and Powered Up
Heading off on holiday doesn’t mean leaving your running routine behind. Whether you're chasing sunrise miles on the beach or exploring...
Jul 152 min read


💧 Why Carrying Hydration Changed My Running — Even on the Short Runs
After nearly a decade of running, I thought I had my routine dialled in. Shoes, watch, playlist, route — sorted. Hydration? That was...
Jul 152 min read


Fueling Performance: Why Energy Gels and Hydration Tablets Belong in Every Runner’s Weekly Training Plan
Whether you're chasing a new PB or simply enjoying the rhythm of the road, your body’s ability to perform hinges on one critical factor:...
Jul 122 min read


Does running make you a better person? Patience
Patience The capacity to accept or tolerate delay, problems, or suffering without becoming annoyed or anxious. Or, in other words, being...
May 223 min read


How to Optimise Your Running Performance and Comfort in Summer Heat with Skincare and Hydration Tips
Summer offers beautiful days perfect for outdoor running. However, with rising temperatures, maintaining your performance can be...
May 94 min read


Does running make you a better person?
Chat with a long-distance runner for a bit, and they'll rave about how running has turned their life upside down in the best way...
May 94 min read


Why Intervals are a beginner's best friend.
As beginners, we often measure our progress or achievements by how long we can continuously run, and we might assume that intervals are...
May 23 min read


Does Your Running Sock Make a Difference to Your Runs?
Running is more than just a method of getting from point A to point B. For many, it’s a passion and a way of life. But did you know that...
Apr 264 min read


Should UK Runners Really be Rocking Sunglasses Year-Round? The Surprising Truth
When you picture runners in the UK, you might envision colorful tracks, lush parks, and, of course, the infamous drizzle. However, an...
Apr 183 min read


Is Running Scary? See How VeloRunner's Free Gait Analysis Makes It Fun and Easy - Loyalty Rewards Included!
Starting a running journey can be thrilling yet nerve-wracking. Many people feel excitement at the thought of running but also experience...
Apr 144 min read


Gradbach and Lud's Church Trail Run
Peter and Kobi take you on a five-mile trail run loop in the beautiful Staffordshire Moorlands, which forms part of the Dark Peak, from...
Jun 21, 20241 min read


Brooks Hyperion Elite 4: The Unexpected Favourite in the Running World
Intro In recent years, the running world has seen an influx of technological innovations aimed at improving performance, comfort, and...
Mar 10, 20245 min read


#Gait
Gait Analysis - what is it ? When you run your foot is in contact with the ground for around a quarter of a second. An experienced...
Dec 2, 20222 min read


Winter Tips part 2
Healthy winter running Wintertime brings lower temps, cold rain, and snow, and whilst most of know the importance of topping up our...
Nov 23, 20222 min read


Winter Tips
Skin Care For Runners Our skin is largest organ and performs some of our most important survival functions including heat regulation...
Nov 18, 20222 min read


Pain in The Foot Part 2
2. Stress fracture Stress Fracture are small breaks in the bone that cause sharp, localised pain, tenderness, swelling, walking/running...
Jul 4, 20222 min read


Pain In the Foot
The foot is an incredibly complex extremity made up of a network of bones, tendons, ligaments and muscles that all have to work together...
Jun 27, 20222 min read


A first Marathon story
A couple of weeks ago it was my birthday, again. About a year ago I first stepped foot inside the Velorunner store to get my birthday...
Jun 7, 20223 min read


Why Sport-Specific Clothing Matters
Sports-specific clothing can be helpful for a number of reasons. Read this blog for some infoon the benefits of clothing designed for sports
May 13, 20222 min read
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