A NEW YEAR, A NEW YOU!

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As the New Year approaches, it’s time to shake off the festive indulgence and embrace a healthier, happier you. Joining Penkridge Runners is the perfect way to stay motivated, burn off those Christmas calories, and build lasting fitness habits. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned runner, PR offers a welcoming community, expert guidance, and plenty of support to help you achieve your goals.

Striker to Coach: Martin’s Journey of Resilience and Renewal

After an injury put stop to a football career, Martin discovered a new passion for coaching and running. As the founder of Penkridge Runners, a community running club, he combined his love for sport with helping others. Now, celebrating ten years of the club, Martin reflects on how overcoming setbacks has led to a fulfilling new chapter in his life.

The Most Expensive Shoes I’ve Ever Owned

Maxine Williamson

In 2016, Maxine Williamson joined Penkridge Runners (PR), starting out unfit but filled with determination. With the support and encouragement of the PR community, she transformed from a struggling beginner into a marathon runner, completing numerous races and raising over £8,000 for charity. The friendships and camaraderie she found within the group have been life-changing, helping her navigate personal challenges and keeping her motivated to continue running.

Simon Howarth

Simon Howarth

Before joining Penkridge Runners, I had a very sporadic and uncommitted relationship with running, tending to book one or two races a year, training half-heartedly for those, and then getting utterly fed up with the whole exhausting business, retreating back to the comfort of the sofa for another 6 months. By 2016, feeling like I’d listened to every podcast and exhausted all the music in the world, I was ready to hang up my trainers permanently.

Knowledge is power…

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Warming up before a run is essential for every runner, and cooling down afterwards is equally important. Additionally, having an effective running style is crucial for preventing injury and sustaining longer sessions. In this post, we will provide exercises to help you prepare for your run, optimise your running style, and recover afterwards.

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