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Running is a great form of exercise for losing weight, increasing cardiovascular health and boosting overall health. Live Science brings you all the latest news, science explainers and product reviews so you can get the most out of your running journey.

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Best sports bras for running: Image shows a woman on a run with a bottle of water

Best sports bras for running: tried and tested

By Alice Ball published 6 May 22

Support yourself properly with one of the best sports bras for running.

NordicTrack X22i review

By Maddy Biddulph published 3 May 22

Review The NordicTrack X22i treadmill is a home running machine that delivers on design, functionality and performance.

How to run properly

By Sam Hopes published 25 April 22

REFERENCE Think you know how to run? We’ve got advice from the experts on how to do it properly.

Sporty young woman listening to music on her wireless earbuds. whilst exercising outdoors. shapecharge via Getty Images

Best running headphones 2022: Step up your workout

By Sarah Finley published 18 April 22

BUYING GUIDE Whether you’re new to running or the veteran of many marathons, the best running headphones can be key to keeping your training on track. We’ve put together a roundup of great options to suit you.

Check out this selection of the best running watches of the year. Here, a man is wearing a running watch to track his workout..

Best running watches 2022: Upgrade your workouts

By Molly Cleary published 18 April 22

BUYING GUIDE If you’re getting serious about your fitness, then the best running watches are a key tool to tracking how hard you’re working out, as well as monitoring your sleep and other health factors.

Best fitness trackers 2022

By Andrew Williams published 12 April 22

Buying Guide Train smarter and take your health to new heights with our pick of the best fitness trackers

Garmin Venu 2 Plus review

By Andrew Williams published 18 March 22

Review Garmin’s sporty smartwatch gets voice support and a built-in speaker

Urevo Foldi 1 Folding Treadmill review

By Maddy Biddulph published 18 January 22

Review The Urevo Foldi 1 Folding Treadmill is a basic running machine at a friendly price point that is suitable for all fitness levels.

These treadmill deals will let you save on great machines to meet your fitness goals. Here, a woman jogs on a home treadmill.

Treadmill deals: Save on ProForm and NordicTrack treadmills

By Maddy Biddulph published 3 January 22

DEALS The best treadmill deals will help you save on premium machines so you can meet your fitness goals in the new year.

Does running build muscle?

By Chloe Page published 13 December 21

REFERENCE Can running help to build muscle mass?

How accurate are fitness trackers?

By Rosee Woodland published 10 December 21

Reference How accurate are fitness trackers? We discover how they measure up when monitoring your heart rate, steps walked and calories burned.

Image shows the Peloton Tread against a white background.

Peloton Tread review

By Maddy Biddulph published 8 December 21

Review The Peloton Tread can help you achieve your health and fitness goals by pushing you to train harder and faster.

Check out these Cyber Monday running headphones deals. Shown here, a woman running while wearing earbuds and a smartphone on her arm.

Running headphones deals: Save on Bose, Samsung and more

By Molly Cleary published 1 December 21

DEAL Beat boredom while you work out with these running headphones deals.

Cyber Monday sports bras for running deals. Shown here, the back of a woman showing her sports bra.

Sports bras for running deals: Save money on Puma, Sweaty Betty, Nike and more

By Patricia Carswell published 30 November 21

Deals Hit the track or trail with the right support, and save money with these sports bras for running deals.

Best running shorts deals: Image of a woman in running shorts stretching

Best running shorts deals: Save on Sweaty Betty, Nike, Adidas and more

By Ali Horsfall published 30 November 21

DEAL The best running shorts deals for men and women you can buy right now.

Running shoes on sale. Shown here, a close-up of a person running and her running shoes.

Running shoes on sale: Discounts on Mizuno, Nike, Adidas and more

By Molly Cleary published 29 November 21

DEAL Take advantage of these running shoes on sale and renew your enthusiasm for working out.

Cyber Monday under desk treadmill deals: Man walking on under desk treadmill in an office

Under desk treadmill deals: Save money and exercise while you work

By Kirsty Welsh published 29 November 21

Buying Guide Turn work into a workout with these under desk treadmill deals.

Apple Watch 6 review

By Gareth Beavis published 10 November 21

Review The Apple Watch 6 might not be the latest timepiece, but with a high-quality display, it’s an attractive buy if you can find it in stock.

Image shows the Apple Watch 3 against a white background.

Apple Watch 3 review

By Gareth Beavis published 9 November 21

Review The Apple Watch 3 is an aging smartwatch that’s great for newer iPhone-using fitness wannabes

Image shows the Garmin Fenix 6X Pro Solar watch

Garmin Fenix 6X Pro Solar review

By Gareth Beavis published 13 October 21

Review Garmin's rugged Fenix range is back once again, and with the Garmin Fenix 6X Pro Solar it's harnessing the power of the sun to supercharge your workouts and track your daily fitness.