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The Ultra Tour of Arran 2025: A Runner's Ultimate Challenge
On 5 April 2025, six runners from Ashby’s Adventure Trails and Treks competed in the Ultra Tour of Arran in Scotland. Covering a total of 97km and over 9,000 feet over trails, it was tough. Four of the team were women. Here’s how the team got on.

Dean Ashby
2 days ago8 min read
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Upcoming Races: 6 Reasons to Enter a Running Race!
Five reasons to sign up for a race, and details of races we've entered.

Stephanie Ashby
Aug 8, 20244 min read
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The Truth About Training For A Marathon or An Ultra Marathon
When you’re training for a marathon or ultra, consider throwing away the training plan. Read my tips for successful long distance running.

Dean Ashby
Dec 11, 20234 min read
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The Secret to Successful Long Distance Running: Throw Away the Training Plan!
Successful long distance running is about mindset and core fitness. Read about the power of your mind in part one of my two-part blog.

Dean Ashby
Dec 6, 20233 min read
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Ultra Marathon Running: 10 Top Tips For Your Kit
What does no one tell you about running an ultra marathon? Our top 10 tips will help to answer the questions you might be too scared to ask!

Stephanie Ashby
Sep 21, 20234 min read
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Trail Running in Coventry: How Trail Running Can Change Your Life For the Better
Trail running can improve your fitness and make you a better runner. Read on to find out why, and join us for a trail run in Coventry soon.

Stephanie Ashby
Jun 20, 20234 min read
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Christmas Newsletter 2022
Our Christmas 2022 Newsletter is full of the latest info on our plans for 2023.

Stephanie Ashby
Dec 21, 20224 min read
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Five Tips For Staying Hydrated - Even in an Emergency!
Stay dehydrated! Read our top five tips for taking on fluids when you’re on the move, including what to do in an emergency.

Stephanie Ashby
Jul 22, 20223 min read
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July Newsletter
Well done so far this summer, runners! Now, read our July newsletter for our latest news and plans.

Stephanie Ashby
Jul 3, 20223 min read
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No One Is Going To Save You But Yourself
When it comes to making a change, you're the only one that can do it. How far are you prepared to push to be the best version of yourself?

Stephanie Ashby
Apr 14, 20224 min read
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What to Eat Before a Run
What is the best thing to eat before you run, and when should you eat?What happens if you don’t eat anything at all? Read on to find out.

Stephanie Ashby
Apr 1, 20224 min read
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How to Increase Your Distance From 5 km
So you can run 5 km? What's next? We’ve spoken to marathon and ultra runners and asked them for their top tips on increasing distance.

Stephanie Ashby
Feb 20, 20226 min read
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Isle of Arran Double Ultra 2021
In October 2021, I raised £4,000 for Myton Hospice by running a double ultra marathon. But I wasn't prepared for how tough it would be!

Stephanie Ashby
Oct 20, 20214 min read
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