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Running tips for beginners... Thinking of taking up running as part of your daily exercise? We’re here to help the thought of running feel less daunting with our top 5 running tips to get you started. Get yourself a good pair of trainers The first on our list is...
As the temperature drops, adventures on foot take on a whole new dimension. Here are some useful outdoor skills from hillwalkers’ bible The Great Outdoors magazine:Dress for the conditions First on our list is dress for the conditions. Wear several layers of...
For this blog we’ve asked the team at British Cycling to give their advice on how to pack for mountain biking. Get some top tips from Dan Cook, British Cycling’s Mountain Bike Leadership Manager. If you’re taking your mountain bike out for more than just a quick...
Getting out on a bike can be a daunting prospect but with our beginners guide to cycling, we can help you overcome those fears and gain a love of cycling. Protect your most valuable asset-your head The first on our beginners...
In the first of a new series, we’ll be looking at ways to get into different outdoor sports, from canoeing to climbing. We’re going to start with one of the easiest and most fun sports to get involved with: how to start trail running. Memories of those gruelling,...
There’s more to reading a compass than finding the north. Taking a bearing is an essential skill for walking, especially in winter when the night can descend quickly or the weather can turn. If you’re in the fog, for example, this is the tool to get home. You do,...
