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There is no denying that running is a physically demanding pursuit.

This category contains articles about the health benefits of running, injuries (and how to prevent them), and how to keep you body in peak condition.

Running Tips For Beginners

Running Tips For Beginners

A basic introduction to running from the UK's National Health Service. It outlines what you need to get started, and the health considerations of running.

The Recovery I Needed

The Recovery I Needed

A candid piece by OCR hero Amelia Boone on her struggles with Eating Disorders. An absolute must read.

Why Exercise Makes You Less Anxious

Why Exercise Makes You Less Anxious

An accessible look at the science behind the common viewpoint (amongst runners) that running reduces stress and anxiety.

Your Body: “Use It Or Lose It”

Your Body: “Use It Or Lose It”

Running will help you live a longer, higher quality life. This article takes a look at a 21 year study which proved just that.

Depression, anxiety, OCD - running helped us beat them

Depression, anxiety, OCD - running helped us beat them

Some fantastic case studies on how running has helped real people deal with a wide range of issues including depression, anxiety, and obsessive compulsive disorder.