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Author: James Metcalfe

Loves Parkrun. Hates running uphill. After investing in his first pair of proper running shoes, James was inspired to found What We Running in 2026 with the aim of sharing his favourite tips, tricks, and motivational hacks needed to sustain a running journey.
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Beginner Running Training & Improvement

How To Build A Running Habit (And Actually Stick With It) 

September 14, 2026September 14, 2026 James Metcalfe

Learn how to build a running habit that actually lasts. Discover simple tips for running consistently, staying motivated and creating a routine you can stick to.

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Parkrun

The Leas Parkrun: Is It Worth Visiting?

September 9, 2026September 9, 2026 James Metcalfe

Discover The Leas parkrun in Minster-on-Sea, Kent. Our review covers the flat course, PB potential, parking, facilities, and friendly atmosphere.

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Running Mindset

How Running Changes Your Personality: 9 Surprising Ways It Changes You 

September 8, 2026September 8, 2026 James Metcalfe

Discover how running can change your personality, from building confidence and discipline to improving resilience, patience, and the way you see yourself.

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Parkrun

How Do Parkrun Results Work? Times, Positions, Grading, & PBs Explained

September 4, 2026September 4, 2026 James Metcalfe

How do parkrun results work? Find out what your time, finishing position, age grade, age category, and PB mean with our simple beginner’s guide.

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Running Mindset

The Marathon Collector: When Running One Marathon Isn’t Enough

September 2, 2026September 2, 2026 James Metcalfe

Think running one marathon is enough? Discover the world of the Marathon Collector, from race medals and cities to the ultimate marathon bucket lists.

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Training & Improvement

Fartlek Training: What It Is, How To Do It & Why It Works 

September 1, 2026September 1, 2026 James Metcalfe

What is fartlek training? Learn how fartlek runs work, their benefits, how they compare with intervals, plus beginner-friendly fartlek workouts to try.

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Training & Improvement

How To Improve Your 5k Time: 10 Simple Ways To Run Faster 

August 28, 2026August 28, 2026 James Metcalfe

Want to run a faster 5k? Discover 10 practical ways to improve your 5k time, from interval training and pacing to easy runs, strength and recovery.

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Running Mindset

Why Is Running Content Everywhere on TikTok? Here’s Why

August 27, 2026August 27, 2026 James Metcalfe

Why is running content everywhere on TikTok? From RunningTok to race-day videos, here’s why running has become one of the platform’s biggest trends.

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why running makes us more confident
Running Mindset

Why Running Makes Us More Confident: 7 Ways Running Builds Self-Belief

August 26, 2026August 26, 2026 James Metcalfe

Discover why running makes us more confident, from building self-belief and self-esteem to overcoming challenges and trusting yourself.

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Running Mindset

Why Experienced Runners Burn Out – And How To Recover 

August 25, 2026August 25, 2026 James Metcalfe

You know how to run.  You know how to train. You know how to pace yourself. You know when to push and when you need

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