Why I run by Malcolm Gladwell, Denise Lewis, Sadiq Khan and more

Former political strategist Alastair Campbell says he gets his best ideas while running, DJ Charlie Dark uses it to bring communities together and chef Michel Roux Jr says it helps him deal with stress

Nike, Strava and Instagram: 10 of the best apps for runners

From accelerometers to zombies, the range of options to encourage, guide and record your efforts are endless. Here are the ones worth the investment

Why do my nipples hurt? You asked Google – here’s the answer

Our panel of experts give their answer to the question: why do my nipples hurt?

‘Running is the rope that pulls us forward’: the solidarity of the Running Blog regulars

The Guardian’s Running Blog community offer heartfelt support and camaraderie, along with their own experiences of running at all levels

The loneliness of the injured runner

When you are truly committed to running, it can start to define you. When injury takes that away, even temporarily, you can find yourself adrift

London’s Peaks: 12 things we learned walking to the capital’s high places

Our mission to walk to the capital’s high places with interesting people from each borough has given us a fascinating insight into London life, past and present

My workout: ‘I thought I’d never run again’

Debbie Squance, 51, on her determination to return to the sport she loves after losing her leg

Is running the best exercise?

Running is cheap, easy and reduces the risk of heart disease and early deaths. But do the health benefits outweigh those from other activities, such as walking, cycling or swimming?

Running prolongs your life – and 10 more reasons to reach for your skort

If you want a longer life, nothing beats running – not even quitting smoking or losing weight. But it’s also a good route to happiness and fancy toenails

How to run a marathon – and why London’s is the world’s best

Reaching the 26.2-mile finishing line takes months of tough, lonely work – and, yes, a ton of carbs. Here is an essential how-to guide from a seasoned veteran