UP & RUNNING, the shop that keeps Birmingham running!

The Birmingham Up & Running shop is handily located in the City Centre. Call in for friendly and expert advice on running shoes, clothing, accessories, video gait analysis, shoe fitting, information on local races and training.

25-29, Temple Street
Birmingham
B2 5DB

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Telephone: 0121 6343600
Email: birmingham@upandrunning.co.uk

Brooks Glycerin 10 - Louise

I found this well cushioned neutral shoe from Brooks comfortable straight out of the box. Despite the plush cushioning it's still quite light and is great for both fast paced running as well as long easy runs. The shoe feels soft, making for a smooth ride and really suits my forefoot striking style. I had never tried Brooks before and have to say I've been very impressed – they're now my first choice of running shoe. I'd definitely recommend them to anyone looking for a high quality, bouncy feeling shoe!

Soleus 1.0 GPS watch – Nat

If you are on a budget, this watch is reasonably priced for a GPS watch. I would say it is as accurate as a Garmin having run with a friend that has a Garmin 110 when we finished, our watches read the same mileage. The watch does speed and distance which is great is you just want to clock your mileage. The unit itself is slightly thicker than a Garmin but still lightweight. The only drawback is that you have to charge the watch via a USB lead and you can't download your information to any kind of website. All in all you won't find another GPS watch for under £100 so a fantastic buy. For my training needs, this watch is perfect.

Saucony Triumph 9 – Dean

Having used and loved the triumph series for the last few years, Saucony's latest shoe, the Triumph 9 is a much changed model. The shoe, along with with its new 8mm heel drop, is so much lighter giving it a very different feel from the 8 model. I've found the changes a success, feeling like there is very little on my feet while maintaining it's superior cushioning, giving it an advantage over most of its neutral rivals on the market. Once again the Saucony triumph delivers a fantastic top end shoe that any runner can trust for miles and miles!

Sub4 Long Sleeved T-Shirt - Aidan

This tee shirt from the AW12 range of Sub4 clothing features all you can ask of a running top. It has a lightweight and breathable fabric and the fit allows for ease of movement whilst active as well as maintaining comfort and the technical wicking properties. On chilly evenings this is the top to reach for!

It's important that your running shoes fit correctly: our trained staff can help find the right shoes for you: in a short session on our treadmill they can do a video gait analysis using sophisticated Dartfish software.

Find out more about gait analysis at UP & RUNNING.

NB if you would like to enjoy the full benefits of our gait analysis system and shoe-fitting service, please arrive at least half an hour before shop closing time.

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Some local runs ...

Drop into the shop for the latest race information and entry leaflets, and if you're an organiser let us know your race details.

A 10k route from the City centre

On Broad Street join the canal at Brindley Place/Hyatt Hotel. Follow the canal past Five Ways and all the way down to University rail station. You can leave the canal here and cut through the University grounds. Go through the University and join the Bristol road. Follow the Bristol road north, back into the city centre - you will arrive back in the city at the pagoda roundabout/Raddison hotel.

Quick 5K from the City centre

Go to Snow Hill and follow Livery Street under Queensway. Join the canal off Livery Street and run on the North (right hand side) of the canal. Follow the canal past the NIA and carry on until you pass under Ladywood Middleway, a few hundred yards further along the canal you can cross a bridge and follow the canal back into the city on the other side where you come out into Brindley Place.

Edgbaston/Harborne 10K ish

Follow a circuit of Edgbaston reservoir and exit from the Rotton Park Road end, go up the hill on Rotton Park Road and join the old railway line - Harborne walkway which is a pedestrian, tree-lined promenade. Carry on down Harborne walkway and you will come off on Park Hill Road at the bottom of Harborne. Go along the road and turn left up Nursery Road, continue up this hill, cross the Hagley road, carry on down Rotton Park Road and complete another lap of the reservoir.

Off Road

Good routes to be found in Sutton Park (North of Birmingham), Clent and Lickey Hills (South of Birmingham).

Ask our staff for advice on some great local training runs ....

Drop into the shop for the latest race information and entry leaflets, and if you're an organiser let us know your race details.

Aldridge Running Club - Meet on Tuesday evenings at 7pm at the 'Stick and Wicket Club' - WS9 8NH - as well as informal sessions on Thursday evenings and Sunday mornings. The emphasis of ARC is 'sport for all' and aims to support and encourage all levels and abilities.

Bournville Harriers - Monday, Thursday and Saturday morning meetings, as well as additional structured and coached sessions. Bournville Harriers is well known as a friendly club but also boast a performance team and a private race series 'Tour of Bournville'. There are 3 official club training sessions on Monday and Thursday evenings from 7.20 pm at the Rowheath Pavilion (with free parking, changing facilities and access to the Pavilion’s licensed bar), and on Saturday morning, 8.00am at Cofton Park.

BRaT Club - Running meetings: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Saturday for a range of different training - technique, intervals, speed and endurance for all abilities. Fancy yourself as a bit of a triathlete? BRaT also offer swimming and cycling training sessions.

Cobra Running and Triathlon Club - Running sessions on Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday with a women only session on Wednesday. Cobra's club motto is “Running for Fitness, Running for Fun”.

Elmdon Women's Running Group (on Facebook) - The club meets at 8.45am on a Saturday morning at Tan House Farm road car park. Attending the group is free; all you need to do it register at www.runinengland.com. Elmdon Women's Running Group is aimed at getting women active through running. If you've never tried running before, or just don't want to go out on your own, they provide a safe and friendly environment in which you can give it a go.

Kings Heath Running Club - is made up of runners and 'want to be runners' living in or around Kings Heath. Don't worry if you've never run before- beginners are their speciality! There are two daytime beginners groups (Thursdays and Saturdays) and two evening groups, catering for all abilities (Tuesdays and Thursdays). Meet at Kings Heath Park, Avenue road car park at 7pm for evening sessions.

Sparkhill Harriers - Meet in the annexe of Fox Hollies Leisure centre every Tuesday at 7pm and Thursday at 7.30pm. For seniors Thursdays are usually less structured and less well attended so newcomers are encouraged to come along to Tuesday sessions initially.

West Bromwich Harriers - WBH meet every Wednesday night at 19:15 for a 19:30 start. The club is based at the Q3 Academy - facilities include changing, showers and free hot drinks - you will have to pay £2.20 at the Main Reception. A small, friendly athletics club catering for athletes of all standards WBH have been around since 1920!

Would you like to list your local running club here? Just call in with your details!

Some local businesses and services of interest to runners ...

Ignite Health & Performance
Ignite's approach is to make you function more efficiently for what you do, increasing your performance and making you more successful. The personal trainers have a unique style, which focuses on movement and functional biomechanics. If you want to improve your performance, tackle your injury problems or lose weight these are the guys to go to!
Website - http://www.ignitehealth-performance.com/

Osteopathy

Birmingham Sports Massage and Sports Injuries Clinic
The clinic offers a range of techniques such as osteopathy, sports massage and acupuncture. If you suffer with back/neck/shoulder pain, sports injuries, trapped nerves or postural problems then the clinic may be able to help.
Website - http://www.londonandbirminghambackandneckpain.co.uk/

Physiotherapy
City Physiotherapy Clinic. The clinic offers effective physiotherapy for musculoskeletal, neurological and sports injuries.
Website - http://www.cityphysiotherapyclinic.co.uk/

The Guildhall Practice
The Guildhall approach is more than simply pain relief. Their core intent is to improve the mechanical balance through the body, not simply treating the painful joint. Regardless of which therapy you choose at The Guildhall Practice, this holistic approach forms the bed-rock of every treatment plan. They encourage you to maintain a routine of exercises aimed at maintaining your flexibility and encouraging stability. The treatments available include osteopathy, physiotherapy and sports massage.
Website - http://theguildhallpractice.co.uk/

Chiropody
The Edgbaston Foot Clinic. Based on Sandon Road, Edgbaston.

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