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 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...
7 Tips to Stay in Love With Running
Running can be a love–hate relationship. Some days it’s your greatest joy, and other days, you’d rather do anything else. If you want to stay consistent and actually enjoy your...
7 Tips to Stay in Love With Running
Running can be a love–hate relationship. Some days it’s your greatest joy, and other days, you’d rather do anything else. If you want to stay consistent and actually enjoy your...
How to Prevent Running Injuries: A Complete Gui...
Running is one of the simplest and most rewarding forms of exercise — but it also comes with its fair share of aches, pains, and potential setbacks. From shin splints...
How to Prevent Running Injuries: A Complete Gui...
Running is one of the simplest and most rewarding forms of exercise — but it also comes with its fair share of aches, pains, and potential setbacks. From shin splints...
How to Increase Running Speed: Proven Tips to H...
Whether you’re chasing a new 5K personal best or just want to feel lighter on your feet, learning how to increase running speed is one of the most common goals for...
How to Increase Running Speed: Proven Tips to H...
Whether you’re chasing a new 5K personal best or just want to feel lighter on your feet, learning how to increase running speed is one of the most common goals for...
The Ultimate Guide to Running Belts: Stay Hands...
When you head out for a run, the last thing you want is to be juggling your phone, keys, or gels. That’s where a running belt comes in. Lightweight, comfortable,...
The Ultimate Guide to Running Belts: Stay Hands...
When you head out for a run, the last thing you want is to be juggling your phone, keys, or gels. That’s where a running belt comes in. Lightweight, comfortable,...