Running

Why I've fallen in love with a running race that I'll never enter

Mary-Ann Ochota looks at the amazing Dragon’s Back Race, challenging runners to cover 315km of some of the countries toughest routes.

Get fell running fit

Fell running - racing across tracks and footpaths is a great way to GetOutside and to get fit. This infographic by Craig Manor Hotel in the Lake District helps you get started.

3 typical running injuries and how to prevent them

As you start your training, there is a significant chance that you may develop some injuries along the way. In fact, experts claim that 80 percent of runners get injured per year - here's how to prevent three common injuries.

Night-time adventure racing

#GetOutside champion Mary-Ann Ochota tries grueling night time adventure racing (cycling, orienteering, and running) in the Surrey countryside!

Race to the Stones 100km ultra marathon

The Race to the Stones is 100km along one of the oldest trails in Britain - The Ridgeway, which crosses North Wessex Downs and the Chilterns. Trail runner and OS CEO Nigel Clifford found out how tough it can be...

Exploring your own back yard with OS Maps

Join #GetOutside champion Nick Lindsay as he shares with you ways to use OS Maps to #GetOutside in your area.

Robert Finch: three minute interview

Runner, orienteer, cyclist, walker and Scout leader Robert Finch inspires young and old alike to #GetOutside through events, activities and camps

Sarah Stead: three minute interview

Sarah Stead was nominated by several of her OS work colleagues to be a #GetOutside Champion thanks to her inspiring, positive personality and can-do attitude. She’s always looking to challenge herself with outdoor pursuits and she has pledged to run, cycle, climb and walk as much as she possibly can this year - and blogging her adventures.