I have just been gifted nine extra free-time hours and it is a whole new worldThe toddler has started pre-school and I plan to use my free time for a solitary walk on the beachTue Feb 19 2019 - 06:15
How to keep on going when you want to stop in the middle of a runRunning comebacks can be frustrating. Here's how you can make a successful returnMon Feb 04 2019 - 06:01
Your running is going well, here’s how to keep up the momentumIt’s natural that the new year enthusiasm will start to wain but now is not the time to stopMon Jan 21 2019 - 06:01
How to become a better runner: top tips to take in your strideFollow this simple advice to make 2019 your best running year everMon Jan 07 2019 - 06:01
Christmas presents for the runner in your lifeThere are endless Christmas gift options to suit every budget for the runner in your lifeMon Dec 10 2018 - 07:01
What should a runner be doing this December?Take some time to pause, be grateful and document your running highlights of 2018Mon Nov 26 2018 - 06:01
The benefits of a ‘mindful’ runYou don’t have to sit still to practise mindfulness – running alone will leave you feeling calmer, stronger and more confidentMon Nov 12 2018 - 06:01
Adapting to life on the other side of the marathonMany first-timers may feel lost but the key is to embrace the newfound weekend freedomMon Oct 29 2018 - 06:01
These glorious autumn days are perfect for runningThe glorious colours and cooler temperatures of these beautiful autumn days are ideal for getting outdoors before the cold, dark winter sets inMon Oct 15 2018 - 07:01
Ready to go? The final countdown to the Dublin MarathonTry to accept that less is more this month and let your body build up reserves of energy and strength for the big dayMon Oct 01 2018 - 06:01
Leggings, headphones, gels, race entry fees: The price of runningIt starts out innocently, but committed runners can quickly empty their piggy banksMon Sept 17 2018 - 06:01
Marathon training: sometimes the best decision is not to run at allTaking a break to manage an injury or fatigue is often the right but difficult callTue Sept 04 2018 - 06:00
Where would you like to run before the summer daylight disappears?Pretend you’re a tourist: choose a scenic route in your area, drink in your surroundings and plan a post-run treatMon Aug 20 2018 - 06:01
Can your phone help you run better?From motivation to accountability, statistics to escaping zombies, there is an app out there for every type of runnerMon Aug 06 2018 - 06:00
Food for fuel: designing the marathon menuWhile you don’t have to go on a strict diet, planning your pre and post-run meals is a mustMon Jul 23 2018 - 06:01
Eating on the run: The best portable snacks for hungry runnersMaking the right decisions about food can make a huge difference to our running performanceMon Jul 09 2018 - 05:01
To run or not to run on holidayThis year, for the whole first week it just wasn’t a runner. So I tried a new tacticMon Jun 25 2018 - 06:01
On your marks: Countdown to the Dublin City MarathonMary Jennings: With 20 weeks until the big day, it’s time to plan your training scheduleMon Jun 11 2018 - 08:01
Making running fun from an early ageWhen children enjoy exercise they don’t carry our sporting insecurities into adulthoodMon May 28 2018 - 11:44
How to warm up for a summer of running in the heatWhen the sun eventually comes out, you will need to adjust your running routineMon May 14 2018 - 06:01
Set a summer running goal. It doesn’t have to be a marathonBuild slowly and sensibly and you will reach goals that seem impossible right nowMon Apr 30 2018 - 06:01
Secrets and miles: If only our running shoes could speakI can refresh, recycle and replace my collection, but I will never run out of memoriesMon Apr 16 2018 - 06:01
It can take a village to make a runnerNever underestimate the power of a running buddy or some local community support in helping you to get moving and stay motivatedMon Apr 02 2018 - 06:01
Don’t get knocked off your stride when you can’t get out for a run‘Replace running time with cross-training of the physical, mental or even gourmet kind’Mon Mar 19 2018 - 06:01
You’ve come a long way since JanuaryWe learn something from every run and these lessons, especially when written down, act as reminders and tips for our running futureMon Mar 05 2018 - 07:01
Time to feel confident and strong after all the hard workYou have worked hard for the last eight weeks and this is the week where it all comes togetherMon Feb 26 2018 - 07:01
Time to research the practical side of your eventAvoid any surprises on race day by studying the route and the terrainMon Feb 19 2018 - 14:33
The 20-minute run: How beginners can easily achieve this milestoneRevealed: A mental trick that makes the run feel more doable so you can go the distanceMon Feb 12 2018 - 07:01
Here’s an idea: trick yourself into being a better runnerThis week I encourage our 5k and 10k runners to build in some changes into their running routineMon Feb 05 2018 - 06:01
As January ends and the evenings get longer, things are looking upIn week four of our beginners programme, I share more motivation tips to help you get out the doorMon Jan 29 2018 - 06:01
Learn to run tall and relax, and you’ll become a better runnerCreating space in the upper body makes breathing easier when on the runMon Jan 22 2018 - 06:01
Eight tips to help keep your running on trackGet Running: A quick look over your log will remind you what you are capable of, what you have achieved and all you have overcomeMon Jan 15 2018 - 06:30
Are you ready to run? Now is your opportunityGet Running: If you don’t start this week you will have more excuses to put it off next weekMon Jan 08 2018 - 06:00
Something in the air: get outside and exerciseJobs and home habits can make us prisoners. Step outdoors for better healthSun Dec 31 2017 - 17:47
Seven-step guide: final countdown to the Dublin MarathonSome last-minute tips for first-timers to get the most out of the dayMon Oct 23 2017 - 07:00
Can’t face going for a run? Here’s how to motivate yourselfJoin a group and start a training diary and you’ll find getting going a lot easierMon Oct 09 2017 - 07:00
How to make a running comebackStart slowly. Enjoy your first runs. The body will adapt if you give it just a little timeMon Sept 11 2017 - 07:00
Get Running: staying on track when motherhood loomsTwo years on, I don’t claim to be a specialist in the field of pre-natal fitness, but I feel a little more knowledgeable having experience, research and hindsight to call uponMon Aug 28 2017 - 07:00
Find the right beat, and you’ll run faster and betterSearch for playlists of music that’s 175-180 beats per minute, writes Mary JenningsMon Aug 14 2017 - 07:00
Holiday reads for runners – packing books instead of running shoesIf your running shoes are staying at home, you can still keep inspired and motivated by adding a running book to your holiday reading listTue Jul 18 2017 - 06:00
Running in the heat – tips for a holidayHow to keep your fitness regime on track while you are on holidayMon Jul 03 2017 - 06:00
How to turn walking with a baby buggy into a great workoutI experimented by applying the Chi Running principles. It worked for meMon Jun 05 2017 - 06:00
Run away from home: The power of a rejuvenating fitness weekendAn afternoon, a night or better still a weekend away from routine can fill us with energyMon May 22 2017 - 06:00
Slow down: Walking is the ultimate stress busterStop thinking about walking as a chore. Consider it as an opportunity to exploreMon May 08 2017 - 13:10
The satisfying quest for your personal bestHow we define our running success changes as our circumstances change with the yearsMon Mar 13 2017 - 14:00
Hard work beckons – Fitness in the final stages of pregnancyMary Jennings on part four of our Fitness and Pregnancy SeriesSun Feb 26 2017 - 06:00
Middle of your pregnancy needn’t see you in the middle of the roadExercise in the second trimesterSun Jan 15 2017 - 00:00
Your running resolutions – Taking 2017 one month at a timeWork out what is important to you, write it down and you are one step closer to successSun Jan 01 2017 - 12:00
Run baby run: Get your pregnancy off to a flying start‘Early days of pregnancy filled with caution and a long list of food and activity guidelines’Mon Dec 12 2016 - 12:00
