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How AI is transforming trail running and fitness tech

Trail running has seen a surge in popularity, as more people seek adventure, fresh air […]

Pawel Cymbalista sets new FKT on The Skye Trail

Pawel Cymbalista is well known for his quest to set Fastest Known Times (FKTs) for […]

The importance of heat therapy in physical health

Heat therapy is claimed to be a powerful tool for improving physical health. From easing […]

Natalie Taylor and Sean Merryweather set new records at Chester Ultra 100

Sean Merryweather and Natalie Taylor ran to victory in the GB Ultra Chester Ultra 100 […]

Quinn Young, 12, is youngest to complete two Munro rounds

Sitting on the formidable and airy Bolster Stone atop the Inaccessible Pinnacle on Skye’s Cuillin […]

Review: Komperdell Carbon FXP Trail Running Poles

I have been testing the new Komperdell Carbon FXP Trail Running Poles. I have the […]

How sleep fuels performance: The key to recovery and success

Sleep deprivation can significantly impact athletic performance, slowing reaction times, reducing endurance and hindering recovery. […]

Corbett bagging: Brown  Cow Hill and Càrn Ealasaid, Aberdeenshire

Brown Cow Hill and the neighbour Càrn Ealasaid had been on my to-do list for […]

Review: Helly Hansen Odin Everdown Hooded Jacket

Helly Hansen describes their new Odin Everdown Hooded Jacket as its “lightest performance down jacket”. […]

Runner Pawel Cymbalista sets new West Highland Way record

Pawel Cymbalista has set a new record time of 19 hours, 30 minutes and 9 […]

Book review: Northern Horizons by Will Herman

The first thing to say about Northern Horizons is it’s a beautiful book. The large, […]

Running: Ben Wyvis – and three Munro Tops

Ben Wyvis – Glas Leathad Mor – near Garve in the Scottish Highlands is my […]