Haile Gebrselassie's sudden announcement of his retirement from racing has sent shockwaves through the running community. While we wait to see whether or not the running legend reverses his emotional decision, we relive the moments that made
Back in 2010 my name was very kindly ‘volunteered’ and entered for me to participate in the Great North Run. ME! Had it been called the Great North Walk or the Great North Stroll and if it could be completed over a weekend, then maybe it was for me
clear lead over the big three womens 10Ks, with newcomer the Great North Womens 5 taking the other top-five spot. (See Biggest Series, for Race For Life.)1 Flora Light Challenge 5K (1)Big, atmospheric event run through Londons Hyde Park 2002 date
Bupa Great North Run: A day to remember"Fantastic organisation!! Generous quality T-shirt. Everything was beautifully planned." Peter Hosking, on the Nike 10K Sometimes it’s hard to say just what makes a run so good. You might not set a PB
). Its not as soft as the New Balance shoe (not an issue for off-road running), and it shares some great qualities with the North Face: a wide base, a low, stable foot position within the shoe, and a super-secure fit with a roomy toe-box.In short
, and you confirm that we shall have the right to edit, amend, and otherwise deal with those materials as we think fit.First up is James Barnard, Multimedia Designer on runnersworld.co.uk and triathletesworld.co.ukBest piece of bling: Great North Run 2011
Where and when?Sunday, October, 5, CarlisleWhat is it?The Great Cumbrian Half is an out-and-back race, with flat roads and a rural setting. The course takes in some of the best sights that Carlisle has to offer. It starts and finishes with a lap
For years and years I had watched the Great North Run and London Marathon on TV – quite envious of the runners taking part, wishing I too could one day do the same! I have been a type 1 diabetic for 20 years and although it is well controlled I felt
wants to do a marathon they go to London, Dublin or New York," said Murphy. "We aren't runners and we'd only run one race before this but this was a great opportunity to do something different. I was very apprehensive about being at the North Pole. I
in 2010 and then the Great North Run and then the Birmingham Half-Marathon and so it goes on. Through the year I called a barn dance! That was crazy. Packed shopping bags in Morrisons begged and cajoled. This year I have been injured - a trapped nerve
