Christine Albury

Jan 3, 2024 | marathonhandbook.com | Paul Freary |Christine Albury |Sara Popović |Amber Nelson

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Dec 13, 2023 | marathonhandbook.com | Christine Albury

Whether you’re training for a marathon or taking part in the Couch to 5K, a smartwatch with fitness tracking and accurate GPS can be a useful accessory for assessing your performance and monitoring your progress. Two great watches to consider are the Apple Watch Ultra and the Apple Watch Series 8. In some ways they are similar – they both run Watch OS 9 software and share many of the same features and sensors.

Dec 11, 2023 | marathonhandbook.com | Christine Albury |Jessy Carveth

Of all the discomforts you can face as a runner, soggy feet may just be the worst!Whether you’re training for a marathon or getting started with the Couch to 5K, there will be occasions when you get caught in a downpour – and if you’re a trail runner, wet and muddy terrain pretty much comes with the territory!Waterproof shoes can help, but if they’re low around the ankle then you’ll often find that water simply splashes in.

Dec 5, 2023 | marathonhandbook.com | Christine Albury

Training in the winter requires motivation, determination… and some excellent cold-weather running gear!In addition to a great jacket, one of the most important elements is a good pair of leggings, designed specifically for clocking up the miles when the temperature drops. Not all winter running leggings serve the same purpose, however. Some are better for windy conditions, some for extreme cold, and others feature water-repellent coatings to protect you on rainy days.

Nov 29, 2023 | marathonhandbook.com | Christine Albury

No matter how dedicated you are to your training, it’s not always easy to find the motivation to head out for a run on those chilly winter days. But picking the right cold-weather running gear can make all the difference, whether it’s a cozy pair of tights to help you retain heat or a jacket designed to keep you dry in a downpour!One of my ‘must haves’ when it comes to braving the elements in the colder months is a good winter running hat.