You may be wondering what Strava is, or why people love using it so much. Here we ask the tech fitness guru Kieran Alger his opinion on what he likes about the platform and what to be looking out for when using it.

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Superstitions are a divisive topic, some believe in them emphatically and others don't subscribe at all. Whilst out on a run with Kelly in the first series of Well Far, Amy probed her on the topic to find out where she stands.

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Do you ever wonder how much you should be pushing yourself on your runs? It's a common question and not always so easy to answer, but here PT Anthony 'Fletch' Fletcher drills down into some of the variables to consider.

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In this clip, we're joined by expert dietician Anita Bean, who runs us through some top tips for getting the right levels of protein from plant based solutions for runners including some alternatives for that running essential - snacks!

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Knowing the best approach to strength training when you're on a running plan can be a bit daunting - a key question we put to expert Emma Kirk Odunubi in this clip revolves around whether it's still ok to strength train if you're reducing your mileage as part of a plan. We'll let Emma take it from here.

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There are a lot of terms thrown around in the fitness space that can be confusing, HIIT and Functional Training are two of those. In this clip, Amy discusses what the actual difference is between the two and how to incorporate them into your training regime with Haydn Elliott from fitness company, F45.

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To listen to this episode in full, please see:Well Far on SpotifyWell Far on Apple PodcastsShin splints are the bane of many runners lives and are gruelling when you have them. Despite how common they are there isn't always an obvious answer in how to remedy them when you do have them. In this clip, PT Bradley Scanes dispels some of the myths and ambiguities surrounding this common running pitfall.

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To listen to the full episode, please visit:Well Far on SpotifyWell Far on Apple PodcastsComing up is a clip from an interview with Simon Wegerif, who explains the concept behind 'total load' and stress and recovery. It's easy to forget that exercise is a form of stress and can sometimes become too much for the body to handle, which is why knowing you Heart Rate Variability (HRV) can really help to track how stressed your body is to inform you on when to take a rest day or push yourself further.

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Stephan Ajaiadou, founder of LDN Brunch Club London & Francesca Mehato, Women's Health editor, talk about the benefits of run clubs for both your running and your mind and the invaluable camaraderie and support they provide.

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Amy talks about the benefits of speed training and track sessions, and the app that's helped her most when the treadmill motivation is low and when track clubs aren't open. Listen in for her top tips.

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