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The IAU 24 hour World Champs through the eyes of a medallist

World bronze medallist Robbie Britton reports on an event which saw the best-ever performance by a British team at a 24 hour championships
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A Sunday run in South Africa

Julia Bleasdale shares her exploration of the Paarl Mountain Nature Reserve in Western Cape
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Lizzy Hawker - Always moving

The record-breaking ultra runner reflects on her struggles with injury and looks ahead to a future challenge involving a 1600km run across the Himalayas
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Justin Gatlin or Jo Pavey – who would you sponsor?

Nike disappoints fans by signing shamed sprinter Justin Gatlin soon after dropping inspirational distance runner Jo Pavey
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Jonathan Edwards' most memorable Games moments

The triple jump world record-holder used a recent trip to The Olympic Museum as an opportunity to reflect on his top-10 Games memories
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Highs and lows of Prague

AW's editor explains how the plusses outweighed the minuses at the European Indoor Championships
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7 marathons, 7 continents, 7 days - the '777' experience

What's it like to run seven marathons on seven continents in seven days? TV presenter Rob Bell recently returned from his '777' challenge and here he shares his experience
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Andy Vernon and Mo Farah offer feud for thought

Twitter spat between British distance runners brings back memories of Coe v Christie and raises the question of whether Farah's domestic races are too soft
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Athletics in Cambodia

Steve Harknett recently visited Cambodia, home to only two running tracks but where the spirit of athletic endeavour is alive and well
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Two-hour target for meet organisers

AW's editor says someone should stage an attack on Jim Alder's ancient world best
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My Run Happy story: Lisa Gaul

Lisa Gaul tells her Run Happy story as the latest winner in our Brooks competition series
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