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Fellrunning: The English Madness of Running Down Hills Without a Path

What drives a runner to challenge English fog without GPS? Welcome to the world of fellrunning, where the Bob Graham Round sets the rules and mud is your constant companion

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The Psychology of Fandom: Why Watching the Olympics Activates Your “Mirror Neurons” and Motivates You

Watching Olympic champions isn't just entertainment; it's a workout for your nervous system. Learn how to turn visual inspiration into real energy for your daily training and improve your technique

Books That Run: 3 Novels Where Running Takes Center Stage (Without Being Manuals)

Running isn't just sport; it's pure narrative. Discover three fundamental works that explore the human and philosophical side of running, perfect for nourishing the mind between workouts

Carnival and Running: The Funniest (and Most Absurd) Costume Races in the World

From France to the USA, here are the races where dressing up is a must. Find out why running as a dinosaur or a wine glass is the ultimate mental workout to ensure you never take yourself too seriously

Is the Runner the New Hipster? Mustaches, Coffee, and Tattoos: An Ironic Analysis of an Aesthetic Evolution

If you run in high socks and dream of a post-run filter coffee, you're in the right place. An ironic and sharp analysis of how running crew aesthetics are rewriting the rules of sports fashion

The Parkrun Phenomenon: How Free Saturday Morning 5Ks Created Global Communities

Forget competition and expensive bibs. At Parkrun, you only bring yourself and a desire to be together. From “Personal Bests” to post-run coffee, here’s why these 5Ks are so addictive (in a good way)

The Slow Running Revolution: Why Pace Doesn’t Make You a Runner

The running world has changed: it’s no longer just competitors but social crews and slow runners. Instead of turning up our noses, we should welcome them. The more of us there are, the safer and stronger we become

Park Architecture: How Urban Green Design Shapes Our Desire to Run

From Turia Gardens to the High Line: when architects become invisible personal trainers. A look at how curves, lighting, and greenery reshape the runner’s experience and make cities better for all

Can AI Be Your Running Coach? What ChatGPT Can (and Can’t) Do for Your Training

AI knows everything about pacing and recovery—but not how tired or stressed you are. Here's how to use tech in your running without turning off your brain

The Flâneur Runner: The Art of Running Aimlessly Through the City (and Why It’s Good for Your Mind)

Inspired by Baudelaire, urban running becomes psychogeography: abandon your set routes and let the city flow guide you. A celebration of slowness, discovery, and running without pressure

Training With Music: Why Certain Tracks Help You “Hold On” Longer (Rhythm, Effort, Focus)

Ever notice how certain tracks make you run better? It’s all about neurology and rhythm. Here’s how to choose the perfect soundtrack for every type of run, with three ready-to-use micro-playlist

Hyrox and ATHX: Why Hybrid Training Is the Most Modern Fitness (and How to Start Without Overdoing It)

It's not just effort: it's a format that unites strength and engine and creates consistency. Here is why it works and how to start, avoiding the January trap: too much, too soon.

Books That Will Change How You Train: Atomic Habits and 3 More Must-Reads

Got resolutions or real habits? Discover four powerful reads that can transform your training mindset. Includes practical exercises from “Atomic Habits,” “Endure,” and other modern classics for your 2026

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