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How To Stay Positive After Race Lottery Rejection
Rejection in a race lottery for running (like in the London Marathon) can be frustrating but it's important to stay positive. Here's how!
craigbarden123
Mar 79 min read
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An update on my journey of starting to run again after 8 months off
Starting running again after 8 months off - Update Hello everyone! I’m Craig, and this is Running Cafe . For the first time ever, I’m...
craigbarden123
Feb 510 min read
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My Plan To Start Running Again After 8 Months Off
I stopped running for 8 months. Here's my plan to start again from zero!
craigbarden123
Jan 206 min read
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Ranking Popular Running Race Distances (My Opinion)
Hello everyone, I’m Craig and this is Running Cafe . Having just gotten back into running after having some extended time off, it’s been...
craigbarden123
Jan 1310 min read
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Trail Running In Madeira - Porto Moniz
Off the Northwest coast of Africa lies the Portugese island of Madeira. A subtropical paradise for trail runners, hikers, and explorers...
craigbarden123
Apr 29, 20241 min read
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Trail Running In The Peak District - Kinder Scout and Kinder Downfall Circular
Deep in the heart of the England's Peak District lies Kinder Scout, a moorland plateau and National Nature Reserve in the Dark Peak...
craigbarden123
Apr 10, 20246 min read
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My second ever cross country race: Minnis Bay, Margate Kent (Kent Fitness League)
Minnis Bay is a sandy beach near Margate, in Kent. Just off the beach alongside a tarmac path, is a collection of muddy trails, farmland...
craigbarden123
Feb 20, 20244 min read
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Walking 100000 Steps In A Day
Once, I tried walking 100,000 steps in a day. Why, and how did I find the experience? I’ll explain in this article. The idea to walk...
craigbarden123
Feb 11, 202414 min read
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9 Top Tips For A Successful Long Run
The long run is a staple essential for many runner's training plans. There are tonnes of benefits to be gained from this type of workout,...
craigbarden123
Feb 7, 20249 min read
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National Three Peaks Challenge (Gone Wrong) Ben Nevis, Scafell Pike, Snowdon
Have you ever heard of a challenge so extreme that it made you wonder what it would be like to give it a go? For me, one of these...
craigbarden123
Feb 5, 202412 min read
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Running Thames Path 100 2023 (Centurion Running)
The Thames Path 100, by Centurion Running, is one of the most well known 100 milers in England. This ultramarathon is renowned for being...
craigbarden123
Feb 4, 202414 min read
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13 Trail Running Essentials – Must Have Gear And Accessories
When it comes to trail running gear and accessories, I like to think of it like having a toolbox. You need the right tools for the right...
craigbarden123
Feb 4, 202411 min read
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Running Hundred Hills 50km (Centurion Running)
Hundred Hills 50km is an ultramarathon by Centurion Running. The route takes in 50km of beautiful countryside in the Chiltern Hills,...
craigbarden123
Feb 4, 202411 min read
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How To Run A Sub 20 Minute 5km – Top Tips From A 17:44 5km Runner
Running a sub-20-minute 5km is a very common running goal. It’s a good benchmark of fitness and, in my opinion, is a fairly achievable...
craigbarden123
Feb 4, 20246 min read
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Running Ultra Trail Snowdonia 50 by UTMB 2023
For me, trail running is one of life’s greatest adventures. Running Ultra Trail Snowdonia 50km (UTS 50) by UTMB was certainly a massive...
craigbarden123
Feb 4, 202410 min read
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Running Race To The Stones 100km
Race To The Stones is one of the UK's biggest ultramarathons. I took this race on exactly 3 weeks after my last 100k, Mozart 100 (UTMB)...
craigbarden123
Feb 4, 202413 min read
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6 Easy Ways For Runners To Increase Weekly mileage
A common problem a lot of runners have, is to achieve hitting a weekly mileage goal. Achieving it is one problem, but once it is achieved...
craigbarden123
Feb 4, 20245 min read
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6 Top Tips To Instantly Run A Faster 5km
The 5km is a classic race distance it’s one which many runners want to improve their time in. Whilst the best way to achieve a faster 5km...
craigbarden123
Feb 4, 20246 min read
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How I Ran A Sub 3 Hour Marathon - My Top Tips ANY Runner Can Use
On 2nd April 2023, I ran my first sub-3-hour marathon. For me, this was a dream come true. Growing up, I was always the kid who was last...
craigbarden123
Feb 4, 20249 min read
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Running Mozart 100km By UTMB (Austria)
Some races capture your imagine. The Mozart 100km, by UTMB, certainly captured mine. Hosted in the Austrian city of Salzburg, the route...
craigbarden123
Feb 4, 202421 min read
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Introducing myself and welcoming you to my world of Running Cafe
Hello everyone, I’m Craig and I love to run. Welcome to my blog, Running Cafe, which is an accompaniment to my YouTube channel. Also...
craigbarden123
Feb 3, 20245 min read
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Hello! My name's Craig and I love to run. Welcome to Running Cafe. I make running videos and blog posts covering top tips, 'how tos', vlogs/blogs of my races, and everything inbetween. My mission is to help runners achieve their goals and inspire them to make the most of their running. Thanks for stopping by.
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