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How What You Eat On Race Day Could Make Or Break Your Run Read How What You Eat On Race Day Could Make Or Break Your Run on RunRepublic - Irish running news, races & results.

Phil Knox sets out a simple, no-nonsense guide to race day nutrition, covering what to eat before, during, and after your run!

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Why Start Line DJs Make Absolutely No Sense… But Somehow Work Read Why Start Line DJs Make Absolutely No Sense… But Somehow Work on RunRepublic - Irish running news, races & results.

Phil Knox explores the bizarre, shivering world of the pre-race warm up, where sleep deprived runners and over enthusiastic DJs collide in a frosty car park. 

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Preparing for Your First 5K Read Preparing for Your First 5K on RunRepublic - Irish running news, races & results.

Phil Knox covers the essentials for your first 5K, from gear and pacing to nerves and race day, with simple advice to help you finish confident and prepared.

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London Marathon Could Be Run Twice In One Weekend Read London Marathon Could Be Run Twice In One Weekend on RunRepublic - Irish running news, races & results.

Two marathons in two days? One of the world's biggest marathons could be about to change completely

Read more about this ambitious plan below 👇

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From the national stage to club pride, it’s been a big week —
strong performances at the All Ireland Indoor Track & Field Championships, a Tipp FM Sportstar honour, a welcome return to mountain racing, and key upcoming club events.

🔗 Read more via the link in our bio

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Here's Why Snacking Smarter Will Make Your Runs Easier Read Here's Why Snacking Smarter Will Make Your Runs Easier on RunRepublic - Irish running news, races & results.

Phil Knox takes a practical look at what to snack on around your runs, without overthinking it.

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What Efficient Runners Do Without Thinking Read What Efficient Runners Do Without Thinking on RunRepublic - Irish running news, races & results.

Phil Knox breaks down posture, cadence, and stride, and why small tweaks can make a big difference.

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Nenagh Half & 10K results, Fit 4 Life, Littleton 10 Mile entries, Healy Cup & Tipp FM awards, Anna & David Ryan at National Indoors📺.

🔗 Details via the link in our bio

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My Hair Transplant and Running III: Turns Out I Just Needed a Decent Hairline and a Shove Read My Hair Transplant and Running III: Turns Out I Just Needed a Decent Hairline and a Shove on RunRepublic - Irish running news, races & results.

In the final part of a three part series Phil Knox looks at how confidence returned, excuses ran out, and running finally came back

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Races You Can Still Enter This Weekend Ending Mar. 1st Read Races You Can Still Enter This Weekend Ending Mar. 1st on RunRepublic - Irish running news, races & results.

Weekend plans looking suspiciously empty?

If you’re keen to get a race in, there are still events around the country open for entry at short notice.

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The Amount of Protein Runners Really Need Will Blow Your Mind Read The Amount of Protein Runners Really Need Will Blow Your Mind on RunRepublic - Irish running news, races & results.

Phil Knox looks at why protein matters for runners, and how it supports recovery and staying injury-free.

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Last Chance: 2026 New York City Marathon Ballot Closes Tomorrow Read Last Chance: 2026 New York City Marathon Ballot Closes Tomorrow on RunRepublic - Irish running news, races & results.

One day left. One of the biggest marathons on the planet 🌍🏃

The 2026 New York City Marathon ballot closes tomorrow 👇

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Rest Days Aren’t Optional, Here’s Why Read Rest Days Aren’t Optional, Here’s Why on RunRepublic - Irish running news, races & results.

Phil Knox looks at why rest days matter, how much is enough, and the warning signs most runners ignore

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My Hair Transplant & Running II: I Didn't for a Year and It Was Kind of My Own Fault Read My Hair Transplant & Running II: I Didn't for a Year and It Was Kind of My Own Fault on RunRepublic - Irish running news, races & results.

In part two of a three part series, Phil Knox looks at how post-surgery paranoia stretched a short recovery into months of doing nothing.

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Races You Can Still Enter This Weekend Ending Feb. 22nd Read Races You Can Still Enter This Weekend Ending Feb. 22nd on RunRepublic - Irish running news, races & results.

Left it late but fancy a start line this weekend?

There are still races across Ireland accepting entries right now, and we’ve pulled them together in one place.

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Why Your Hydration Strategy Might Wrong Read Why Your Hydration Strategy Might Wrong on RunRepublic - Irish running news, races & results.

Phil Knox looks at hydration for runners, and how getting the balance right stops runs feeling harder than they need to be.

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Sick of the Same Loop? Here’s Why Hills & Trails Change Everything Read Sick of the Same Loop? Here’s Why Hills & Trails Change Everything on RunRepublic - Irish running news, races & results.

Phil Knox looks at why hills and uneven surfaces are worth the effort, and how they can quietly make you a stronger, steadier runner.

2 months ago 1 0 0 0
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Dublin Marathon Alternatives: Toronto Waterfront Marathon Read Dublin Marathon Alternatives: Toronto Waterfront Marathon on RunRepublic - Irish running news, races & results.

Phil Knox looks at the Toronto Waterfront Marathon as a Dublin Marathon alternative, combining a flat, fast course with big city buzz, lakeside running, and a serious food scene

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My Hair Transplant & Running I: How Fixing One Thing Stopped Everything Else Read My Hair Transplant & Running I: How Fixing One Thing Stopped Everything Else on RunRepublic - Irish running news, races & results.

Phil Knox looks at how a simple plan to fix his hair went sideways, turning a comeback into a long wait 

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Still itching for a race this weekend and haven’t pinned one down yet?

We’ve rounded up the Irish races that are still taking entries over the next couple of days.

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Phil Knox looks at what to eat and drink after a run, and why getting it right speeds up recovery and makes the next run feel easier.

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Running Kit Essentials & What You Really Need Read Running Kit Essentials & What You Really Need on RunRepublic - Irish running news, races & results.

Phil Knox runs through the basics of starting out, focusing on the small number of gear choices that make running more comfortable while steering clear of expensive distractions.

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From Kitchen Table Chats to an Irish Activewear Brand: Meet the Women Behind Circle Edge Read From Kitchen Table Chats to an Irish Activewear Brand: Meet the Women Behind Circle Edge on RunRepublic - Irish running news, races & results.

From kitchen table chats to a growing Irish athleisure brand.

Read the story behind Circle Edge and how family, fitness, and real life shaped what they’ve built.

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Reminder: 2026 New York City Marathon Ballot Opens Tomorrow Read Reminder: 2026 New York City Marathon Ballot Opens Tomorrow on RunRepublic - Irish running news, races & results.

🚨 🗽 New York alert for Irish runners. The 2026 marathon ballot opens tomorrow. 

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Decision Day for Dublin City Half Marathon Ballot Runners Read Decision Day for Dublin City Half Marathon Ballot Runners on RunRepublic - Irish running news, races & results.

Decision Day for Dublin City Half Marathon Ballot Runners

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Adult Fit 4 Life returns at Moycarkey Coolcroo A.C.! 🔥
Join their training group, catch the latest results & club news

🔗 Details via the link in our bio

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2026 Amsterdam Marathon Opens for Entries Today Entry registrations for the 2026 Amsterdam Marathon open today, with high demand expected for the marathon, half marathon and 7.5K races on Sunday 18…

2026 Amsterdam Marathon Entries Open This Morning 🏃‍♂️

Registration opens this morning with limited places available across all distances for the October 2026 event.

Get all the details & entry link below 👇

4 months ago 1 0 0 0
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Running Ruins Your Knees? The Science Says Otherwise Phil Knox examines the claim that running ruins your knees, breaking down the science behind knee health, runner’s knee, and osteoarthritis, and explaining why sensible training, strength work, and biomechanics matter more than mileage alone.

💥 The Running Injury Myth That Refuses to Die 💥

Think running wrecks your knees? Science says otherwise. From cartilage to conditioning, here’s why the “ruined knees” argument doesn’t hold up.

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2026 Valencia Marathon Ballot Opens Tomorrow The 2026 Valencia Marathon ballot opens tomorrow at 10.00am Irish time, with Irish runners now required to enter the official draw to secure a place for December 2026. This article explains how the ballot works, key dates and deadlines, card verification rules, name changes, waiting list details, and includes a direct entry link once registration opens.

Valencia Marathon 2026 Ballot Opens Tomorrow 🗳️🇪🇸

It's one of Europe’s most popular winter marathons!

All the key dates, entry rules, card checks, name change info and the entry link are in the comments below 👇

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Movetru Brings Heavy Hitters On Board As It Sets Its Sights On Global Growth Movetru, the Belfast sports technology firm, has added two senior figures to its board as it targets expansion in Ireland, the UK and the United States. The appointments were announced during the company’s official product launch, showcasing its wearable movement analysis system for athletes.

Big night for Belfast’s Movetru 💪

New leaders on board, big ambitions for 2026, and a packed launch showcasing their athlete tech

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