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Running is a form of exercise that can be done at anytime and anywhere.

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Athletics

An Overview of Running

For the majority of people, running is a way to keep fit as it can be done at any pace, over any distance. But at a competitive level there are many different distances for events, from the 100m to ultra-marathons, all of which require different training and techniques.

Running is for everyone. It is the perfect way to get active - it's free and you can start right outside your front door. Comfortable sports clothing and a suitable pair of trainers is all you need.

Active Together believe running / jogging is for everyone and is most fun when shared with others. Try one of our group runs to find out for yourself...

Benefits

Regular running can reduce your risk of chronic illnesses, such as heart disease, type 2 diabetes and stroke. It can also boost your mood and keep your weight under control. Running also helps to get rid of excessive adrenalin and other stress hormones, boosts your mood and keeps you fit.

To feel the full benefits, make sure you warm up, cool down and stretch, before and after every session. Exercise tips on how to do this can be found using the NHS exercise guide.

Costs

Running is free, you can do it anywhere!

Involvement

If you are new to running, or you've not been active for a while, you may want to build your fitness levels gently by walking before you move on to running. Couch to 5K is a free nine-week running plan from NHS Change 4 Life especially designed for people who want to work on their fitness levels. Or if you prefer to run with friends Beginners Running Leicestershire can help you find a beginners running group in your local area.

Adaptations and Equipment

Running requires very little equipment, but a good pair of running shoes that suit your foot type will reduce the risk of injury.

Find Running Clubs/Groups Near You

Use the search below to find local organisations near you.

National Governing Bodies

British Athletics

Contact Name
General Information
Contact Telephone
0121 713 8400

England Athletics

Contact Name
General Information
Contact Telephone
0121 347 6543
Contact Email
enquiries@englandathletics.org
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Jujitsu

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Ocean Lake Tri

We are a triathlon club based at Leybourne Lake Country Park and Simon Langton School in Canterbury in Kent.

We promote a ‘Whole Club Ethos’, so whether you are an elite athlete or a novice or a returning athlete or a late bloomer you have a place

Mote Runners

Mote Runners

Mote Runners running club caters for all abilities of runners, ranging from entry level walk/jog to competing athletes.

Athletics

Tonbridge Athletic Club

Local athletics club providing coaching for all ages and competitive league competitions

Running

Inflatable 5K

Inflatable 5K is the worlds biggest and best inflatable obstacle run

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Sevenoaks Ladies Joggers

SLJ was set up in 1999 as a women's running cub for all ages & abilities. We now offer Fitball, Yoga, Pilates, Power Walking and Hi Met classes.

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Tonys Runners

Weekday 5.30am runs in the heart of Rochester, Kent. A friendly bunch!

Small Champions Multi Activity Club

Small Champions Multi Activity Club

We are a family run child & parent multi sports activity club for ages 1.5 Years - 5 years every Saturday!

Athletics

Medway Fit

Medway Fit is a friendly Medway based running and fitness community group that seeks to promote physical fitness & well-being through well managed exercise, fun training experiences & positive relationships - And all for free!

Cyclopark parkrun

Cyclopark parkrun

It is a 5km run - it's you against the clock.

Medwaytri

Medwaytri

Medwaytri is a friendly local club offering a full coaching program, with training, advice and support to all abilities of adults and juniors from 8 years old, interested in taking part in Triathlon or swimming, cycling or running individually. Novice se

RTW runners

RTW runners

A fun and friendly running group providing a variety of sessions for beginners, intermediate and advance runners.
Sessions are based in Southborough & Tunbridge Wells, Kent and Forest Row, East Sussex.

Medway Runners

Medway Runners

The largest running group in Medway
Covering all arrears
All abilities and ages

Athletics

Royal Tunbridge Wells parkrun

A free, weekly & timed 5km event open to people of all ages and abilities. Every Saturday at 9am.