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Bob Graham Round Recce by James MacKeddie
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Bob Graham Round Recce by James MacKeddie

With spring showing signs of finally coming through, after a harsh winter, I took the opportunity to run two legs of the Bob Graham Round.

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Taking on the OMM - 50th Anniversary Edition by Dan Aspel
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Taking on the OMM - 50th Anniversary Edition by Dan Aspel

Dan Aspel revisits the OMM (Original Mountain Marathon) for it's 50th Anniversary and shares his experience.

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Top Travel Health Tips From MASTA: Stay Safe Abroad
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Top Travel Health Tips From MASTA: Stay Safe Abroad

When making travel plans, we research the countries and plan our escape from everyday life but do we always take our health into account?

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How I Got Into Fell Running by Ricky Lightfoot
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How I Got Into Fell Running by Ricky Lightfoot

People often ask how I got into fell running, it was easy really, more like being in the right place at the right time.

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Disaster Response Diary: Part 2
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Disaster Response Diary: Part 2

One of Team Rubicon’s volunteers and staff member at Inmarsat, reflects on his experience.

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Alpine Academy by Dan Aspel
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Alpine Academy by Dan Aspel

Dan Aspel describes his experience on the Alpine Academy, a long weekend of skills-based mountaineering activities, in the stunning Alps setting of Chamonix.

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Race Nutrition by Ricky Lightfoot
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Race Nutrition by Ricky Lightfoot

Ricky Lightfoot shares his nutrition schedule before and during a big ultra marathon race.

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Trail Marathon Wales by James MacKeddie
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Trail Marathon Wales by James MacKeddie

James MacKeddie finds that adapting to the conditions, managing hydration and running to the line all combine to make a good strategy for the Trail Marathon Wales.

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How to train for a mountain race by Ricky Lightfoot
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How to train for a mountain race by Ricky Lightfoot

Ricky Lightfoot shares his top tips for training for a mountain race, planning 6 months in advance and tailoring the type of training for the race itself.

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Do you need an e-bike by Dan Aspel
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Do you need an e-bike by Dan Aspel

Perfect for commuters an e-bike is battery powered by a motor which can be a thoroughly enjoyable experience if slightly spoiling.

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James MacKeddie Experiences the Ultra Trail Du Mont Blanc
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James MacKeddie Experiences the Ultra Trail Du Mont Blanc

James MacKeddie follows the UTMB 2017 and experiences a carnival atmosphere coupled with a celebration of human endurance and mental strength.

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