Vicky Knapp, of the Nottingham Local Meet Up, writes up her experiences of the Edinburgh Marathon in blistering heat I ran the Edinburgh Marathon
How does a man who has spent 15 years presenting on national radio breakfast shows find his balance? He runs. Really, really far.
This week on The Green Runners Storytime, Laura chats to the irrepressible Vassos Alexander, sports presenter, author, and veteran of some of the world’s toughest ultramarathons.
Vassos shares his captivating philosophy of being a “minimalist maximalist”: chasing massive, logic-defying distances (including the legendary 153-mile Spartathlon) while stripping away the noise, the over-complicated gear, and the ego.
Better public transport links are enabling more people to get moving
Stop the shopping cycle. Learn how “cost per mile” and fighting technical obsolescence can help you build a sustainable running wardrobe that’s better for the planet.
Think your gym gear is just fabric? Discover the hidden chemicals and environmental impact of activewear manufacturing, and learn expert tips for sustainable garment care.
Don’t bin that stinky top or broken zip! Learn expert repair techniques, the truth about textile waste, and how simple sewing can displace 82% of new purchases.
Think your old gym gear gets recycled? Discover the reality of activewear waste, why synthetic blends are hard to recycle, and better “exit strategies” for your kit.
Running shoe durability is the ultimate climate action, because the most sustainable shoe is the one you already own. Choosing footwear built for longevity
He went back for the books, but he found so much more in the mud of Tennessee… Laura sits down with TGR co-founder Damian Hall, fresh from his “Last Man Standing” performance at the 2026 Barkley Marathons.
While individual changes are vital, your real power lies in being a multiplier force. When you take a green action and share it with your community, you inspire others to do the same, turning a single step into a collective stride.
Learn how runners like Damian Hall are engaging with the UK climate inquiry and how you can submit evidence to protect our natural world
Do you see what I did there? Apparently Gen Zs are also known as zoomers; hence the play on words in the title. Maybe