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Burgin breaks men's 800m European U20 record in Ostrava

One European U20 record, many PBs and three first-time Olympic qualifying standards were captured on a strong night for the British contingent at the Ostrava Golden Spike Meeting in the Czech Republic.

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Big step forward for return of mass participation sporting events after Reunion 5K

The London Marathon Events reported that runners flocked to a return to racing at the Reunion 5K over the weekend at Kempton Park in a significant step towards the return of mass participation sporting events.

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Jakob Ingebrigtsen joins Müller Grand Prix Gateshead line-ups

Middle-distance talent Jakob Ingebrigtsen is the latest big-name athlete to sign up to compete at the Mller Grand Prix Gateshead on Sunday 23rd May. He will join a crack 1500m field.

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Therabody welcomes British Olympian Sir Mo Farah as Official Athlete Ambassador

Therabody, formerly known as Theragun, a global leader in wellness technology, announced this week, that British Olympic Champion Sir Mo Farah, will be joining its team of athlete ambassadors.

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Why exercise protects and enhances brain health

As runners, it is good to know that you are enhancing your grey matter by regularly exercising. Both physical and mental activity preserve cognitive skills, potentially lowering dementia risk.

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UK Athletics appoint Jackie Newton as Head Of Coaching Development

Following an open recruitment process, UK Athletics has confirmed the appointment of Jackie Newton as the new Head of Coaching Development. Jackie will leave her role as Director of Coaching and Athlete Development for Athletics Northern Ireland to take up her new position on August 10th, allowing her to fulfil commitments towards Northern Ireland athletes who are competing at the Tokyo Olympics and Paralympics.

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Tips to get the best from your training sessions

When you lace up your running shoes and head out for you next training session, you want to make it count. From Athletics Weekly, January 2021, we bring you top tips from athletes who have achieved great things and have learnt what is important.

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