Where to Run

Different running environments from streets and trails to beaches and gyms. Articles include safety considerations, running holidays and finding local running groups.

Beach Running
Beach Running
Running on sand offers fresh air, peaceful surroundings and a natural workout without the traffic and noise of city streets.
Cross Country and Trail Running
Cross Country and Trail Running
Cross-country and trail running offer a completely different experience from the school PE trauma most of us remember.
Fell Running
Fell Running
Fell running combines challenging mountain terrain with stunning scenery, offering escape from everyday life while pushing your fitness limits.
Guided Tours for Joggers
Guided Tours for Joggers
See famous sights while jogging through cities like London, San Diego and Los Angeles on guided running tours.
How City Marathons Have Made Running the People's Sport
How City Marathons Have Made Running the People's Sport
City marathons turned running into an everyday sport by letting ordinary people run alongside the pros on famous streets.
Is It Worth Joining a Gym?
Is It Worth Joining a Gym?
Whether a gym membership pays off depends on your commitment to using it consistently for training and cross-training.
Running Holidays and Destinations
Running Holidays and Destinations
Take your running hobby on holiday with marathons and trail races across the globe, from city streets to mountain terrain.
Running on a Treadmill
Running on a Treadmill
Treadmills offer reliable indoor running regardless of weather, plus privacy and the ability to follow structured training programs without self-consciousness.
Staying Safe Whilst Running at Night
Staying Safe Whilst Running at Night
Stay visible and alert when running after dark with practical safety tips for night runners.
Street Running
Street Running
Running on streets means dealing with traffic, varied surfaces, and weather, here's what you need to know before you start.
Street Smart Running
Street Smart Running
Running outdoors is free and convenient, but city runners face real hazards like traffic pollution that deeper breathing makes worse.
Ten of the World's Most Unusual Running Challenges
Ten of the World's Most Unusual Running Challenges
From eating a dozen doughnuts mid-run to racing up Scottish hills, these ten unusual running events push competitors to their limits.
The Women's Running Network
The Women's Running Network
Women-only running groups help build confidence and fitness for runners of all abilities who want a supportive community.