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8 of the best running trainers to help you get marathon ready

Or Park Run ready, whatever your distance is!

I’ve completed 355 parkruns – here’s what you need to get started

You don’t need to be a super athlete to take part in parkrun. Whether it’s pacing yourself or picking the perfect shoes, here’s how to find your feet at the UK’s favourite 5k

The Guardian - UK

Brooks Ghost 18 review: A reliable legend that's getting left behind

The Brooks Ghost 18 sticks closely to the design of past models and while it’s a reliable daily training option, there are more energetic and enjoyable options I’d look at instead.

Tom’s Guide

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Running Experts Swear by This 10 Minute Habit for Transforming Your Times—I Bet You Haven't Heard of It

Tried and tested.

Marie Claire

Stooge Rambler gravel bike review: Fun at times, but absurdly heavy, and it made me pull my hair out

The vibes are good, but vibes alone can't carry a bike that weighs this much

Cycling News

One of Brooks’ most trusted running shoes just got a major comfort upgrade

The long-running neutral shoe returns with a redesigned upper, softer cushioning and a more refined fit for everyday miles

6 ways to save on buying running shoes — I test sneakers for a living, and you don’t need to spend big money to get great shoes

The price of top running shoes has rocketed in recent years, but there are still ways to get great sneakers without spending big money.

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The Brooks Ghost 18 has launched — here’s everything you need to know about the latest model of popular running shoe

The Brooks Ghost has consistently been one of the most popular running shoes available for almost 20 years, and the 18th edition looks set to be another favorite with runners.

Tom’s Guide

A rare Hetchins bike made for racing that eschewed their classic curly stays and intricate lugs

First raced back in the 1970's, this handmade track bike was raced by another two generations of riders before it was restored to it's full glory

Cycling Weekly

‘A buff is so versatile’: running essentials for your first marathon – and what you don’t need

Inspired to run your first 26.2 miles? Seasoned runners share their go-to kit, from race-day shoes to free apps (plus five UK marathons you can still enter)

The Guardian - UK

Nike’s ‘Walkers Tolerated’ sign at the Boston Marathon was meant to fire up runners. Instead, it insulted them

The sign sparked a backlash that reveals deeper problems for the brand.

Fortune

Inspired by the London Marathon? 11 running essentials for beginners, from the first mile to The Mall

With news that the 2027 event could span two days to accommodate more runners, Georgie Darling draws up the essential kit for newbies

Evening Standard

I test running shoes for a living, and here are 3 more exciting launches in 2026

2026 continues to be a major year for shoe companies

Brooks finally enters the plated trail super-shoe race with the new Cascadia Elite

The brand's most aggressive trail racing shoe yet pairs PEBA foam, a carbon-infused plate and Vibram Megagrip outsole

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I test running shoes for a living, and here are the 3 most exciting launches in 2026 (so far)

From New Balance's brand'new franchise to Brooks' change in design philosophy, here are the shoes in 2026 that excite me the most

Tom’s Guide

I ran 35 miles in the Brooks Glycerin Flex and it might change the way you think about running shoes

The Brooks Glycerin Flex brings a fresh approach to running shoes with its flexible design, but lacks the fun factor of my favorite sneakers.

I walk over 20,000 steps daily and these are my top three choices of women's walking trainers in 2026

Whether you’re getting your steps in, walking to the gym or ticking off daily chores, these trainers deliver comfort, support and style

I’ve run over 1,000 miles in 2025 and these are my top three women's running trainers

Winter miles, mixed terrain and a three-shoe rotation that actually works

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I ran 40 miles in the Brooks Glycerin Max 2 — here’s my verdict

The Brooks Glycerin Max 2 is a good max-cushioned shoe, but the updates made aren’t telling improvements on the original Glycerin Max.

Tom’s Guide

I review running shoes and these are the 7 sneakers coming in 2026 I’m most excited about

I spent the last week at The Running Event in Texas, where many brands revealed their running shoe line-ups for 2026 — here are the seven shoes that caught my eye in particular.

Brooks shakes up its lineup with the surprisingly agile Glycerin Flex

The Glycerin goes off-script

Tom’s Guide

The new Brooks Glycerin Flex is a gamechanger for cushioned running shoes — I ran a 10K in the new 'flexible' sneaker

The Brooks Glycerin Flex aims to create a minimalistic, flexible feel while still delivering comfort on the run, and it’s different to most cushioned running shoes out there.

Brooks just punked up its most dependable running shoe and I can’t stop staring at it

The Ghost 17 has never looked more rebellious

Brooks built a trail shoe for runners who secretly prefer pavements

The Ghost Trail extends the franchise into light-trail territory with fresh traction and new geometry

This Brooks x PYNRS Hyperion Max 3 release shows the brand is chasing “cool” at full speed

The new shoes are culture in motion

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