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Advice & Tips

Illustration of a book titled “Glossary” with legs, running

Glossary

29th July, 2020

Running 102: a glossary of the weirder running words

8 min. read

Illustration of a happy man sitting down and tying his shoes

Running Tips

8th January, 2021

10 Running Tips for beginners: Start your running journey today!

4 min. read

A runner stretches and laughs with two fellow runners

Running Tips

23rd October, 2020

How to start running: Left foot, Right foot!

5 min. read

Illustration of two shoes with laces tied together

Gear and Technology

13th October, 2020

How to choose running shoes

6 min. read

A whimsical illustration of a bigfoot wearing Brooks shoes and a headband running through the forest.

Running Tips

2nd December, 2020

Merry motivation

4 min. read

Illustration of a man wearing mittens and a beanie hat who has gotten his tongue stuck to a pole in cold weather.

Running Tips

16th December, 2020

Thirst is the worst

6 min. read

Research & innovation

Runners are mid-stride wearing Brooks shoes with soft DNA LOFT cushioning

Gear and Technology

1st July, 2022

Take a run on the softer side: the science behind Brooks DNA LOFT

4 min. read

Two runners stride forward in unison

Gear and Technology

1st August, 2020

Energise your run: the science behind Brooks DNA AMP

5 min. read

Close-up of two runners’ legs running on a surface paved with patterned tiles.

Gear and Technology

1st July, 2021

Brooks shoe comparison: is the Ghost right for you?

4 min. read

Illustration of a left foot in a Brooks shoe with highlights on the outer heel.

Gear and Technology

8th February, 2022

More than the foot: the science behind how GuideRails® technology supports your run

6 min. read

Two people run on a grass-line trail with a big bridge in the background.

Gear and Technology

1st November, 2020

Evolution of running shoes: How Brooks innovates running shoes for every foot

7 min. read

Training & workouts

Training

14th November, 2021

Running a 5K: Beginner training plan

5 min. read

Comical illustration of the number 10 and letter K with legs running together

Training

13th November, 2021

The 10K: Training plans for beginner and advanced runners

7 min. read

A houseplant sits on the floor between a single dumbbell and a kettlebell.

Pre-run exercises

16th December, 2020

At home workout for runners that require no equipment

5 min. read

Several runners walking a long distance run on a beautiful day

Training

23rd October, 2020

Long distance running: The ins and outs

8 min. read

A whimsical illustration of a bigfoot wearing Brooks shoes and a headband running through the forest.

Running Tips

2nd December, 2020

Merry motivation

4 min. read

Health & wellness

A solo runner shown stretching. The COVID-19 pandemic means giving up group runs for solo workouts.

Running Tips

11th September, 2020

What you need to know about running and COVID-19

5 min. read

Two runners smiling on a trail

Running Tips

1st January, 2021

Reset your run: Why 2021 could be your best year of running – ever.

5 min. read

A runner running in the snow

Running Tips

1st November, 2021

How to stay healthy during the Christmas season

4 min. read

Two women running down a path

Running Tips

1st March, 2021

Runner's high vs Runfulness

4 min. read

Gear maintenance

Three pairs of shoes near the front door of a house.

Running Tips

25th September, 2020

How often should you replace your running shoes?

5 min. read

Illustration of a pair of dirty Brooks shoes sitting in a puddle of brown mud.

Running Tips

1st November, 2021

True grime: how to clean running shoes and trainers

4 min. read

Gear stories

Two women, both wearing Brooks run bras from the Dare Collection, enjoy a run together.

Gear and Technology

25th September, 2020

Sports bras for running: From sports bra to run bra

5 min. read

Inspiring stories