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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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.
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.
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 👇
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.
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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📺.
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In the final part of a three part series Phil Knox looks at how confidence returned, excuses ran out, and running finally came back
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.
Phil Knox looks at why protein matters for runners, and how it supports recovery and staying injury-free.
One day left. One of the biggest marathons on the planet 🌍🏃
The 2026 New York City Marathon ballot closes tomorrow 👇
Phil Knox looks at why rest days matter, how much is enough, and the warning signs most runners ignore
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.
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.
Phil Knox looks at hydration for runners, and how getting the balance right stops runs feeling harder than they need to be.
Phil Knox looks at why hills and uneven surfaces are worth the effort, and how they can quietly make you a stronger, steadier runner.
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
Phil Knox looks at how a simple plan to fix his hair went sideways, turning a comeback into a long wait
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.
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.
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.
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.
Adult Fit 4 Life returns at Moycarkey Coolcroo A.C.! 🔥
Join their training group, catch the latest results & club news
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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 👇
💥 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.