Run Leeds

That time I ran the Leeds 10k in my underwear!

The Leeds 10k has a lot of my firsts – first time I ever ran an actual road race (I basically went from park run, to 5k colour run in a field to

Having played sports such as rugby & football from a very young age (until I was an adult), I was naturally blessed with speed and stamina. Although

For years running was something of a repetitive task for me. Every other day (unless it was really grim out) I’d set my alarm, wake up early, do the

The evolution of my running journey – Karen Derbyshire, the3amdiary.com My running journey has definitely evolved, from being overweight and finding

We recently spoke to Sinead Brannigan who recently got into running and completed the couch to 5k. We asked her some questions and she has shared her

In March 2020, the furthest I could run was the 200 yards from my office building to the train station platform and even then, I would struggle to

I run because 18 months ago I didn’t and I’ve seen the positive impact it’s had. I run because I used to be an active ‘non runner’ – to prove to

I ran my first half marathon in 2000, as I approached my fortieth birthday. It was as close as I got to a mid-life crisis. It wasn’t from a standing

How my fear started 30 years ago, I was indecently assaulted in broad daylight. Following this incident, I was frightened of being alone outdoors in

Where it all began: Running has been such a big part of my life for as long as I can remember. I had always been ‘fast’ as a child, and would often

I have been interested in running for many years; it seemed like an ideal form of exercise – one which did not need expensive subscriptions or

I recently got into running when I had a mental breakdown. I now go running 3 times a week and it keeps me mentally strong. It has quite possible