Welcome to the STRYQ Blog
At STRYQ, we believe every move matters. Whether you’re a beginner runner starting your first Couch to 5K or training for a half marathon, this is your UK hub for running tips, training plans, and honest running-gear reviews to help you move with confidence.
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Beginner Runner Advice
Simple tips and training advice for new runners. From Couch to 5K to recovery hacks, we help you build confidence and enjoy every run.
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Running Gear Guides & Reviews
Honest reviews of running belts, vests, shoes, and accessories from top brands. Real testing, real feedback, and gear that actually performs.
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Train Smarter, Run Longer
Weekly training tips, plans, and motivation to help you stay consistent, build endurance, and hit your running goals with confidence.
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About STRYQ & Our Mission
News, updates, and stories from the STRYQ team. Follow our journey, community runs, and mission to make running more accessible for everyone.
Training Tips & Performance
Average Time for a 5k & what affects it
Discover the average time for a 5k across fitness levels and ages. Learn pacing, training, and gear tips to improve your performance and enjoy every run.
Average Time for a 5k & what affects it
Discover the average time for a 5k across fitness levels and ages. Learn pacing, training, and gear tips to improve your performance and enjoy every run.
Whats the Average 5K Across Levels
Curious about whats the average 5k time? Learn typical finish times for beginners to elites and how small changes in pacing, training, and gear can make a big difference.
Whats the Average 5K Across Levels
Curious about whats the average 5k time? Learn typical finish times for beginners to elites and how small changes in pacing, training, and gear can make a big difference.
Whats a Good Pace for a 5K Run Time?
Wondering whats a good pace for a 5k. Find realistic pace targets for beginners to club runners, plus training and race-day pacing tips to help you improve every kilometre.
Whats a Good Pace for a 5K Run Time?
Wondering whats a good pace for a 5k. Find realistic pace targets for beginners to club runners, plus training and race-day pacing tips to help you improve every kilometre.
Will Running Build Muscle? The Truth About Toni...
Many runners wonder — will running build muscle or does it just burn fat? The truth is that running can absolutely build and tone your legs when you train smart....
Will Running Build Muscle? The Truth About Toni...
Many runners wonder — will running build muscle or does it just burn fat? The truth is that running can absolutely build and tone your legs when you train smart....
Average Time to Run 5K in 2025 | Compare Your 5...
Whether you're training for your first parkrun or chasing a new PB, one question always comes up — what is the average time to run 5K? In this post, we’ll...
Average Time to Run 5K in 2025 | Compare Your 5...
Whether you're training for your first parkrun or chasing a new PB, one question always comes up — what is the average time to run 5K? In this post, we’ll...
Marathon Training Schedule + Gear Checklist: Ev...
Running 26.2 miles isn’t just about willpower — it’s about planning. Whether you’re tackling your first marathon or chasing a new PB, having a structured marathon training plan and the...
Marathon Training Schedule + Gear Checklist: Ev...
Running 26.2 miles isn’t just about willpower — it’s about planning. Whether you’re tackling your first marathon or chasing a new PB, having a structured marathon training plan and the...