UP & RUNNING, the shop that keeps Isle of Man! running!

We have running shoes from Asics, Brooks, Mizuno, New Balance, Nike, and Saucony, and more - all in half sizes. We offer free Dartfish gait analysis with all shoes purchased, to help ensure the right balance of support and cushioning for you. We sell running and fitness clothing including Nike and Ronhill; and running accessories from Ronhill, Shock Absorber and Sportjock Bras, Science In Sport Nutrition, Polar and Garmin Sport Watches/GPS. And last but not least we offer friendly and expert advice on all things running.

Latest: in-store running injury and injury prevention advice session with Scott Physiotherapy

37, Bucks Road
Douglas
IM1 3DE

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Telephone: 01624 677867
Email: upandrunning@manx.net

Lisa has competed in many local events including the Parish Walk, End to End Walk, Syd Quirk half marathon. Her current passion is off road running and competes in as many local fell runs as time allows, including the Manx Mountain Marathon. She completed off Island this year for the first time doing the extremely wet and muddy Coniston Trail Marathon. Her favourite run is anything off road.

Chris is a member of Manx Harriers, his favourite run is the Coastal Trail Run to the Calf Sound, and his favourite training walk is The Baldwin Loop and Injerbreck Reservoir up to Druidale. He has completed the Dublin Marathon twice with a PB of 3h22, completed Parish Walk 8 times (PB 17hrs 38), Centurion 100 mile walk in 23hrs 22, the End to End Walk 7 times with a PB of 7h13, and completed the Manx Mountain Marathon for the first time in 2010. There have been plenty of 10ks, 20ks, half marathons and the odd 50k thrown in for good measure too. "I really enjoy the sporting scene on the Island and really appreciate those people who help to make it the way it is."

Keith has been a competitive runner on cross country, track and road since the age of 16, and has represented Great Britain at Junior, U23 and Senior level in the World and European Championships. His main events include anything from 1500m up to 10k and Cross Country, although he is looking to step up to a half, and full marathon, in the near future. He first started out running local road and Cross Country races on the IOM, before heading off to University at St Marys College (2005-2009), and University of New Mexico (2009-2011). There he improved massively, and now he has finished at University he is looking to take my running to the next level again! Keith's Personal Best times currently stand at: 10,000m 28.27.0; 5000m 13.58.3 and 1500m 3.47.5

Charlie's speciality is 100m's chasing a ball. Then falling asleep :-)

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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.

Thanks!

Informed opinion from our knowledgable staff and key customers ...

Hilly Mono Off Road Sock

I found the socks are a delight to wear as they are a good weight for off road running and fit well with no noticeable problems with rough seams. Importantly they were thick enough to block the intrusion of gorse thorns to feet and ankles. This is just as well given the questionable lines I took off Greeba at the end of Greeba Fell Race.
In Baldwin Valleys Fell Race the Hillys water holding ability was rigorously tested. They were thoroughly soaked. It was noticeable that the Hillys retained some water but never felt soggy or made any noticeable squishing noise.
Overall I find them a comfortable and well weighted choice for the off-road stuff.

Review by A Staff Member, 2011

For Goodness Shakes

I’m not an athlete by any measure. Triathlons and Cycling are my passion and I try train when I get a gap. I typically work long hours, travel a lot and have a young family (three children at primary school) that I like to spend as much time as I can with.So, when I used to train (usually early mornings) I used to flag badly around 4pm and after three days training in a row I used to feel flat. Since using FGS I’ve found that I’m not flagging in the afternoon or feel flat on day three. I’ve been using it for about 2 years and it’s and outstanding product in my opinion.

Review by A Customer, 2011

High 5 Zero

Until recently I've been a bit of a purist when it comes to hydration, water and only water. It’s not for want of trying; I've tried a number of different sports drinks and always quickly reverted back to straight water. I generally find sports drinks to be too sweet and sugary, or of a more medicinal flavour rather than pleasant, leaving me feeling nauseous, more of a hindrance than a help.
So after chatting to Lisa, I decided to give the Zero citrus a try, I’m loving it! I can't offer anything in support of their fat burning claims but on a hydration level it works brilliantly. They have the flavour spot on for me, it's not overpowering or sweet, it's gently refreshing and a little more interesting than straight H2O. As a zero carb and zero sugar drink, it allows control over any food or gel supplement you might choose to use.
The drink comes in tablet form which is dissolved directly into your water bottle, so they are convenient, and mess free. You can tailor the strength of the drink by using more or less of the large, easy to break tablet I've been on the Zero Citrus for over 8 weeks now and haven't done a training session without it.

Review by A Customer, 2011

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Local Races

Up & Running Winter Walking League

2011/2012 Dates: Sunday 30th Oct, Sunday 20th Nov, Sunday 18th Dec, 2012 date tbc ... details here

(Also see results from 2010/11)

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

Go to manxathletics.com for race information

Training Sessions - All Abilities Welcome

Running

Monday / Wednesday - 6pm at The NSC (car park by the Gym)
Tuesday - 6.30pm at TT Grandstand (Manx Fell Runners)
Tuesday / Thursday - 7pm Ramsey Shoprite Car Park (Northern AC)
Wednesday - 6.15pm at QEII School (Western AC)
Friday - 5.30pm at Castletown Swimming Pool Car Park

• Isle of Man Athletics Association
• Isle of Man Veteran Athletes Club
• Manx Harriers
• Manx Fell Runners
• Manx Tri Club
• Northern AC
• Western AC

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

Running Recycle

Don't know what to do with your old trainers and sports wear........?
Why not donate them to charity?
We have a collection bin in store for all your old kit that still has a little bit of life left in it!
We will be sending all items collected to Africa for the JAG Foundation which helps disadvantaged children and also to the Varsity Old Boys Athletics Club who help underprivilaged developmental runners.

Handy Links

• Murray Lambden's Manx Athletics Website
• Easter Athletics Festival
• End to End Walk
• The Scottish Widows Parish Walk
• Isle of Man Guide

Chiropractors

• Back 2 Health, Dr Chris Walker - tel 662622, 226262
  Specialising in back pain, neck & shoulder pain, headaches, sports injuries, injury prevention and arm & leg pain.

• Dawson Family Chiropractic Clinic - John Dawson tel 677757
  Registered with the General Chiropractic Council, Certified Acupuncturist & Prescription Orthotics. Specialising in back pain, neck & shoulder pain, headaches, sports injuries, injury prevention and arm & leg pain.

Osteopaths

• Osteopathy 4All, Mr Jason Newman - tel 660330

Sports Massage Therapists

• Steve Brierly - tel 611839, 453072
• Andy Watson - tel 451490

Personal Trainers

• Errol Gayle - Customised training & nutrition, including outdoor training, functional training, flexibility and core training. Phone 07624 488105 or email trainer_p@hotmail.com
• Laura Burman & Donna Whalley - Outdoor sessions in Douglas and Onchan area for men & women and all fitness levels welcome. The sessions vary from week to week for example power walking, jogging, resistance training, circuits, abs & core, mat work and lots more.
  Beginners and Intermediates course - which is mainly aimed at getting clients back in fitness and helping client's progress.
  Indoor Fitness Class - which is varied each week from Circuits, Abs & Core Strength, Tai beo
  Personal Training sessions available - for individuals or small groups

Other

• Jelly Legs Running Holidays

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