Across the globe people love taking part in marathons, with a record 253,930 applying for the 2017 London Marathon ballot alone. However, no matter where you go in the world, there’s one thing you can always guarantee at a marathon: epic fancy dress costumes. From the hilariously funny to the full on crazy, some of the efforts really…
Running is a hugely beneficial form of exercise as it improves your health and well-being. It has also been scientifically proven to make you happier, thanks to the endorphins it releases in your brain…and who doesn’t like being happy? But it can’t all come down to the run itself – sometimes it’s more about the people…
Reports have come in that vampires (also known to some as “night runners”) are taking over planet Earth. As it stands, vampires are outnumbering humans almost 4 to 1 and an influx of humans are needed to step up and take on the vampires, restoring balance to humankind and planet Earth. We have been told by government…
From wishing stars to Greek gods, there’s no shortage of inspiration when it comes to Disney films. Through the decades, they have inspired, they have strengthened our resolves, and time and time again, they’ve reminded us that, “yes, we CAN do this!” And if there’s any group that inspires, strengthens and reminds us of our ability to succeed…
Running together, in different places, at the same time. How on earth does that work? Racefully is the only app that will keep you connected throughout every run. Let’s set the scene. So your friend tagged you in a post on Facebook about this cool new app called Racefully, you’ve downloaded it, connected with…
For nearly two years now, we’ve kept quiet about what we’re building because we’ve been super-busy building it. But we’re ready to start sharing everything we love about our sparkly new app with you. Which is appropriate – because Racefully is all about sharing. From the moment we launch in January 2016, Racefully will redefine…
Most of us are so familiar with smart materials that it’s easy to forget just how brilliant they’ve been for innovation in sportswear. Smart materials are fabrics that alter their properties according to changes in the environment. You know those shirts that are marked “I never wrinkle”? Well, that’s an example of smart material in…
There are many much-discussed variables that affect running performance but one technique that’s often overlooked is ground contact time. In other words, the amount of time your foot stays in contact with the ground on every stride. When doing gait analysis (you know, when you get on a treadmill in a running shop and…
The key to getting fitter and faster is to run often, but also to compliment that with accessory exercises that will be beneficial. Yoga can help runners build flexibility and strength which are both very important. As a runner, why should I practice yoga? As well as improved flexibility and strength, yoga will help…
Last weekend I ran the Abington 10k, a race that raises money for a primary school near my home in Cambridge. The year before, it was the first 10k I ran after moving back to England from Boston, USA. It was also the end of my first week working full-time as the co-founder of Racefully.…