Over the past week, we’ve talked a lot about slow runners. About walk breaks. About being at the back. About not apologising for your pace. And rightly so!Because many people carry shame about being slow. But something important surfaced in the conversation. Sometimes, when we push back against gatekeeping, we accidentally create a new kind […]
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If you’ve spent any time online lately, you’ve probably seen the rise of the “hardcore” approach to running and fitness. The shouting. The suffering. The no-excuses grind. The Goggins-style posts that leave ordinary people wondering, “Is that what running has to be?” And let’s be honest… for many of us, it’s overwhelming. Most beginners. Most
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Let’s talk about something that sneaks up on a lot of us when we try to return to running — the frustration of not being where we used to be! You used to be able to run 5k without stopping. You used to be faster, stronger, lighter. You used to enjoy it. And now? It feels hard. You feel slow.
You’re Not Who You Were… And That’s Okay Read More »
Ever had one of those days where you feel proud for getting out the door, only to scroll through social media and see someone else has run 15km at a blistering pace — and suddenly, your little 20-minute walk doesn’t feel like it counts anymore? That’s the comparison trap. And it’s one of the sneakiest
Progress Isn’t a Competition Read More »
Let’s get this out of the way early: you do not need to spend hundreds of dollars on running gear to get started. You don’t need the latest tech, flashy shoes, or colour-coordinated outfits. You don’t need leggings that cost more than your weekly groceries or a top with built-in UV protection and seventeen different pockets. What
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Let’s clear something up right from the start… You don’t have to be fast to be a runner. Not now. Not ever. It’s one of the biggest misconceptions that holds people back, this idea that running is only for the fast, the fit, or the fearless. But here at Runners Gateway, we know the truth:
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How to Cope When Running Feels Out of Reach There’s nothing quite like the frustration of an injury that won’t go away. Especially when running is part of who you are. You’ve spent years hitting the trails, building fitness, enjoying that post-run high—and now? You’re benched. Stuck. Watching others rack up the kms while you
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Introduction Starting out as a runner, especially if you’re out of shape or new to fitness, can feel intimidating. Running might seem like a solo sport, but it doesn’t have to be a lonely one. In fact, joining a community of runners can bring motivation, joy, and consistency into your journey in ways you might
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