Outside & Active

Feeling inspired by the Commonwealth Games opening ceremony last night, it struck me just how important a role sport plays in all of our lives.

The commonwealth games are finally here! This simple guide shows you how to watch and who to look out for at this years Birmingham Commonwealth Games 2022.

Inspirational duo Dave Ellis and Luke Pollard are targeting gold in the PTVI para triathlon at the 2022 Commonwealth Games in Birmingham on Sunday, July 31.

Have you run Woolacombe Dunes parkrun? Well you really rather should. Though be prepared... the Dune of Doom is real!

Mental health, running, charity, challenges, marathon kids – we talk about it all with this week’s podcast guest, Carl Orme.

Ocean Advocate and dryrobe® Ambassador Cal Major shares her tips for hitting the road and heading to Europe in your camper van.

This is a beautiful hike if you're holidaying in North Devon this summer.

Tickets are now live for the UK's largest running community meet up of the year. The award winning show is returning to the NEC, Birmingham, on the 21-22 January 2023 and is set to be the biggest and best yet.

What's the best way to stay cool during a heatwave? Watch some cold movies, of course! Here are our top five picks for adventure films that will help you beat the heat:

Nutrition, particular;ly when looking at endurance events like the London Marathon can seem overwhelming. We speak to nutritionist Anita Bean and break it down from pre, at and post-event to help you get your nutrition right.

With it being the start of the summer holidays, you might be wondering how to keep cool when camping. Read on for top tips.

Do you know how to read your map? How to find the fastest route to the next pub? Read on for top tips from Steve Backshall and Emma Holland.

It is difficult for children from low income families to access sport. They can't even spare a few pounds for low cost "after school" sporting groups as their families need to think about food instead.

In this podcast we talk to Claire Danson about her journey from winning able-bodied age group in triathlon to becoming a parathlete.

If you're planning a day hike, you'll need to pack a rucksack with all the essentials. Here's a quick guide on what to include in your rucksack, as well as some tips on how to pack it efficiently.

In this article, we look at some top tips to help protect you from the sun and get the most from your exercise outside.

Walking as an exercise if often overlooked, but it has many benefits to help you burn calories, help your cardiovascular system and can help reduce things like blood pressure.

It's a big question... in this podcast episode we talk to Steve Cram about, well, everything to do with running and how it's shaped his life and career.

What does it take to train for and run the TCS London Marathon? Follow three of the Raccoon Events team who are raising money for Birmingham Children's Hospital by running the marathon on the 2nd October.

Camping can be a lot of fun, but it's important to be prepared for any eventuality. That's why you need a first aid kit packed with the essentials! In this blog post, we'll list everything you need to make sure you're safe and sound while camping in the great outdoors. From plasters and bandages to insect repellent and sunscreen, we've got you covered!