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Ozan

I am <strong>Ozan</strong>, a London-focused running writer and marathon enthusiast with a passion for helping people discover the city's best races, running routes, walking trails, and fitness events. I research and write practical, up-to-date guides covering marathons, race preparation, training tips, running gear, and everything related to staying active in London. My goal is to create reliable, easy-to-follow content that helps runners and walkers of all experience levels explore London with confidence, whether they're preparing for their first 5K or their next marathon.

465 articles

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How Should You Pace in London Gusts?

Wind punishes rigid pacing more than it punishes bad fitness. In London, gusts change the rules mid-run, so your watch splits feel random unless you plan...

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Choose Sock Thickness for London, No Blisters

Blisters rarely come from your feet, they come from a mismatch between sock thickness and shoe fit. London’s weather flips fast, and your footwear turns that...

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Train Strong with Park Bench Workouts

Stop treating strength training like an afterthought. If you are a marathoner, you need strength that survives hills, fatigue, and bad weather, not a gym routine...

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How Do You Plan a Smooth Long Run?

How to plan your long-run route to avoid stop-and-start distractions sounds like a training tip, but it is really a strategy. If your route forces constant...