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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • Train Smarter, Run Longer

    Weekly training tips, plans, and motivation to help you stay consistent, build endurance, and hit your running goals with confidence.

  • 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

What to Eat Before and After a Run: A Runner’s Guide to Nutrition

What to Eat Before and After a Run: A Runner’s ...

Running isn’t just about lacing up your trainers — what you eat before and after your run can make or break your performance. The right nutrition fuels your body with...

What to Eat Before and After a Run: A Runner’s ...

Running isn’t just about lacing up your trainers — what you eat before and after your run can make or break your performance. The right nutrition fuels your body with...

The Best Warm-Up and Cool-Down Routine for Runners

The Best Warm-Up and Cool-Down Routine for Runners

Whether you’re heading out for your first 5K or chasing a new PB, what you do before and after your run makes a huge difference. A proper warm-up wakes up...

The Best Warm-Up and Cool-Down Routine for Runners

Whether you’re heading out for your first 5K or chasing a new PB, what you do before and after your run makes a huge difference. A proper warm-up wakes up...

Top Questions About Running Gear Answered

Top Questions About Running Gear Answered

If you’ve ever scratched your head over what running gear to buy or wondered if that pricey jacket is really worth it, you’re in the right place. Running gear can...

Top Questions About Running Gear Answered

If you’ve ever scratched your head over what running gear to buy or wondered if that pricey jacket is really worth it, you’re in the right place. Running gear can...

5 Simple Running Tips for Beginners: How to Start Without Burning Out

5 Simple Running Tips for Beginners: How to Sta...

If you’re reading this, chances are you’ve decided it’s time to start running — or at least to give it a fair go. Maybe you’ve watched other folk flying past...

5 Simple Running Tips for Beginners: How to Sta...

If you’re reading this, chances are you’ve decided it’s time to start running — or at least to give it a fair go. Maybe you’ve watched other folk flying past...

Running Endurance Tips: How to Build Stamina and Stay Motivated

Running Endurance Tips: How to Build Stamina an...

If you are searching for real running endurance tips, this guide is for you. Whether you have just started running or are training for longer distances, building endurance is about...

Running Endurance Tips: How to Build Stamina an...

If you are searching for real running endurance tips, this guide is for you. Whether you have just started running or are training for longer distances, building endurance is about...

Effective Running Training Tips

Effective Running Training Tips

Ready to level up your running? Discover smart training tips for runners of all levels, from endurance and strength work to UK weather-ready gear like the STRYQ Hydration Vest and...

Effective Running Training Tips

Ready to level up your running? Discover smart training tips for runners of all levels, from endurance and strength work to UK weather-ready gear like the STRYQ Hydration Vest and...