UKUpdated Sep 2026

Got a charity place? Now run for it.

How to get into the big races, how to train without getting hurt, how to hit the fundraising target, and the gear that’s actually worth buying. Independent, UK-focused, honest.

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Charity runs: how to get a place

Ballot said no? Charity places, the big-event calendar, and fundraising that hits target.

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Training plans

Couch to 5K, 10K, half and marathon, built on running easy and staying uninjured.

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Race day kit checklist

Nothing new on race day.

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Shop by category

Our picks in every category, with live Amazon UK prices. Tap a price to see it on Amazon, or open the guide for the full write-up.

Running shoes

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Brooks Ghost 18
Brooks Ghost 18
£115.76£111.75–£126.33 since 8 Sep
ASICS Gel-Nimbus 27
ASICS Gel-Nimbus 27
£127.13↓ Lowest price we’ve tracked
£127.13–£156.94 since 26 Sep
Saucony Ride 18
Saucony Ride 18
£94.55
Nike Pegasus 41
Nike Pegasus 41
£106.84
Salomon Speedcross
Salomon Speedcross
£103.95
HOKA Speedgoat 7
HOKA Speedgoat 7
£145.45

GPS watches & heart rate

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Garmin Forerunner 55
Garmin Forerunner 55
£119.89£114.99–£119.89 since 26 Sep
Garmin Forerunner 165
Garmin Forerunner 165
£162.96£153–£164.99 since 8 Sep
Garmin Forerunner 265
Garmin Forerunner 265
£290£289.99–£301.90 since 8 Sep
COROS PACE 3
COROS PACE 3
£199
COROS PACE Pro
COROS PACE Pro
£299
Polar H10 chest strap
Polar H10 chest strap
£68.99£60.99–£68.99 since 26 Sep

Gifts for runners 🎁

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Balega Hidden Comfort running socks
Balega Hidden Comfort running socks
£15
Body Glide anti-chafe balm
Body Glide anti-chafe balm
£16.99
Shokz OpenRun
Shokz OpenRun
£129.95
Theragun Mini
Theragun Mini
£89
BioLite HeadLamp 200
BioLite HeadLamp 200
£49.96£34.99–£49.99 since 26 Sep
KNDRD running logbook (A5)
KNDRD running logbook (A5)
£10.50

Winter running kit

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flintronic LED armbands (2-pack)
flintronic LED armbands (2-pack)
£5.49
BioLite HeadLamp 200
BioLite HeadLamp 200
£49.96
Petzl Swift LT head torch
Petzl Swift LT head torch
£44.99
BioLite Dash 450 head torch
BioLite Dash 450 head torch
£58.99
Ronhill Reflect beanie
Ronhill Reflect beanie
£15.25
1000 Mile Run anklet socks (twin pack)
1000 Mile Run anklet socks (twin pack)
£13.05↓ Lowest price we’ve tracked
£13.05–£13.99 since 26 Sep

Headphones

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Shokz OpenRun
Shokz OpenRun
£129.95
Shokz OpenRun Pro 2
Shokz OpenRun Pro 2
£169
Beats Powerbeats Pro 2
Beats Powerbeats Pro 2
£199£199–£209 since 26 Sep
Shokz OpenSwim Pro
Shokz OpenSwim Pro
£199

Recovery

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TriggerPoint GRID foam roller
TriggerPoint GRID foam roller
£26.99
TriggerPoint GRID X foam roller
TriggerPoint GRID X foam roller
£31.99£31.49–£32.99 since 26 Sep
Theragun Mini
Theragun Mini
£89
RENPHO massage gun
RENPHO massage gun
£69.99£69.99–£79.99 since 26 Sep
RENPHO Reach Mini massage gun
RENPHO Reach Mini massage gun
£39.99
OOFOS OOriginal recovery sandals
OOFOS OOriginal recovery sandals
£55

Race day

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Body Glide anti-chafe balm
Body Glide anti-chafe balm
£16.99
SiS GO Isotonic energy gels (7 mixed)
SiS GO Isotonic energy gels (7 mixed)
£8.99
Precision Fuel PF 30 gels
Precision Fuel PF 30 gels
£9.49
Maurten Gel 100 mix box (6-pack)
Maurten Gel 100 mix box (6-pack)
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SPIbelt Large Pocket running belt
SPIbelt Large Pocket running belt
£22.99
FlipBelt Classic
FlipBelt Classic
£39£36–£39 since 8 Sep

Price drops we’ve tracked

We record Amazon UK prices for our picks several times a day (since 8 Sep). “Usual” is the middle of the prices we’ve recorded, not a list price. Prices change often — Amazon’s page shows the price you’ll actually pay.

ASICS NOVABLAST 6 Running Shoe£126 usual £148.60↓ Lowest price we’ve tracked£126–£148.60ASICS Gel-Nimbus 27 Sneaker£127.13 usual £149.09↓ Lowest price we’ve tracked£127.13–£156.94DANISH ENDURANCE Running Compression Socks£18.95 usual £21.95↓ Lowest price we’ve tracked£18.95–£24.951000 Mile Men's Sock-twin Wh/Gry 2261w-large£13.05 usual £13.76↓ Lowest price we’ve tracked£13.05–£13.99Garmin Forerunner 265£290 usual £295£289.99–£301.90Brooks Ghost 18 Running Shoe£115.76 usual £115.78£111.75–£126.33BioLite HeadLamp 200 Lumen No-Bounce Rechargeable Head Light£49.96 usual £49.96£34.99–£49.99Beats Powerbeats Pro 2 Wireless Bluetooth Earbuds – Noise Ca£199 usual £199£199–£209

Checked 3 Oct 20:00 UTC. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.

Gear guides

Gifts for runners

Runners are easy to buy for if you get the basics right: things they use up (socks, gels, anti-chafe), things that make dark winter runs safer, and one or two bits of kit they'd never buy themselves.

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Best running shoes

The one purchase that decides whether you reach the start line.

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Best running watches

Pace, heart-rate zones and a plan on your wrist.

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Winter running gear

UK winter running is mostly dark and wet rather than freezing.

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Best running headphones

For road running, the best headphones are the ones that let you hear the car behind you.

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Running recovery gear

Recovery kit helps tight legs feel better, but it doesn't replace easy days, sleep and eating enough.

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Best heart rate monitors for running

Wrist sensors are fine for easy runs.

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Hydration gear

When you actually need to carry water: vests, handhelds, belts, electrolytes.

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Compare before you buy

Garmin vs COROS

COROS watches are lighter, cheaper for the features and have excellent battery life.

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Running vest vs running belt

A running belt is for phone, keys and a few gels: perfect for road races up to a marathon.

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Bone conduction vs earbuds for running

Bone-conduction headphones like Shokz leave your ears open, so you can hear traffic and marshals: the safer choice for roads and the more widely accepted in races.

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Foam roller vs massage gun

A foam roller is the best-value recovery tool: cheap, no batteries, and great for quads, calves, glutes and IT band.

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Road vs trail running shoes

Road shoes are for pavements, parkruns on paths and most charity races.

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Run For It is independent: not affiliated with any charity, event organiser or brand. We don’t lab-test products; picks are based on published specs, brand track record and UK availability. Some links are affiliate links; as an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.