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Hello, and welcome to Up & Running Bristol! Please enjoy browsing our website.
If you can't find what you need, don't hesitate to give us a call instead....
Nick Rose
is well known in Bristol,
mostly thanks to his long and successful career as one of Britain's
greatest runners. Not only has Nick competed twice at the Olympics,
taken Bronze in the World Cross Country Championships and Silver in
the Commonwealth Games but he also still holds the British record
for the Half Marathon, with a time of 61.03. His love of running led
him to the USA for several years, where he was able to focus on running
as a career - in which he was incredibly successful. He returned to
England in 1984 and settled in Bristol with his wife Christine, and
their two children. His passion for the sport has continued and whilst
Nick still occasionally competes, his involvement in the running community
has gone beyond his own achievements, with much of the last 15 years
being devoted to coaching young athletes.
Gary Davenport is our new Assistant Manager.
He has a BSc in Sports Biology and an impressive log of results for both Track and Cross Country running.
Over the past 4 years, he has represented GB numerous times – the World Cross, European Cross and
World Junior Track Champs to name but a few. Inter Counties U20 Cross Country Champion, Gary is also
ranked 3rd in Europe for 1500m, with a time of 3.44.01. This time has gained him a place on the list of
All Time Fastest U20 1500m times.
Rick has been running for over 20
years and is well known on the local running scene as coach, team
manager and competitor for local clubs Westbury Harriers and Bristol
& West AC. During his running career he has enjoyed success in
winning the National Veterans Road Relay title with Westbury Harriers
and whilst in Germany winning 5K and 10K titles and the German half
marathon team championships. He continues to compete and works with
youngsters to encourage and support their interest in the sport.
Nick's wife Christine and daughter Alice also work in our store.
Alice is currently training to be a physiotherapist in Brighton but will grace
us with her very helpful and knowledgeable presence during university
holidays.
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In-store Events
Brooks Adrenaline GTS 8
Being an everyday runner leaves me little time to 'bed' in my new shoes. The great flexibility offered by the Brooks Adrenaline allowed me to dash off in them the moment I stepped out the shop door! As Bristol is full of hills and my legs need to survive a great deal of pounding, cushioning has always been vital for me. The resiliency of the Mogo midsole allowed the full impact to be absorbed and made my legs feel light and refreshed throughout my run.
All in all I feel this shoe offers great stability and an excellent amount of cushioning.
Reviewed by Nick Rose, November 2008
Brooks Cascadia
this is an out-and-out trail running shoe with enough cushioning to run miles and miles on the road without any problem; it really is a little bit of everything for everybody. It has the same unique and wonderful fit that epitomise all Brooks' shoes. Fitting "like a glove" doesn’t describe it, it fits more like a sock that’s been crafted by only the finest tailor on Saville Row. The grip the outsole gives you on twisty, muddy, treacherous terrain is marvellous even on wet, slippery surfaces thanks to the HPR Green technology. It gives you a confidence in putting your foot down that other shoes don’t – like a post-it note it’ll stay there, gripping, until you don’t need it to anymore. Peel it away from the ground with all the responsiveness of a road shoe and you can stick it to the floor again knowing it’ll do the same thing over and over again. It really is a fabulous shoe. The unique Pivot system keeps your foot in contact with the ground on the most uneven of surfaces, whilst the Ballistic Rock Shield dissipates the shock of landing on any rocks or stones. If shoes (off-road or not) had idols, deities or objects of admiration this shoe would certainly be in the hierarchy of their affections.
Reviewed by Tim, October 2008
Mizuno Inspire
As I have always run in Puma running shoes I was reluctant to try a new running brand, but after going on the gait analysis at Up & Running the Mizuno Inspire was looking to be 'my shoe'. The first thing I always notice when running in a new pair of shoes is the great cushioning. I must admit I had got quite attached to my last pair and had forgotten how I was almost running in barefoot due to the lack of cushioning left in my shoes! The Mizuno Inspires were more than comfortable. On days where I knew I would be going to the gym straight after Uni I would wear them all day at lectures. I would sometimes look down to check I hadn't walked out of the house with my slippers on!
So to summarise I am glad I gave another running brand a chance to impress me and this shoe certainly did. When running they feel light, breathable and supportive and when I get home I'm tempted to keep them on for the rest of the day.
Reviewed by Alice, June 2008
How to find us |
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38 North View,
Westbury Park,
Bristol
BS6 7QA

(Click here for a map)
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Trading Hours:
| Mon: | 09:00 - 18:00 |
| Tues: | 09:00 - 20:00 |
| Wed: | 09:00 - 18:00 |
| Thurs: | 09:00 - 20:00 |
| Fri: | 09:00 - 18:00 |
| Sat: | 09:00 - 18:00 |
| Sun: | 11:00 - 17:00 |
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Local Runs
Up & Running Beginners' Running Group
Every Tuesday
Meeting point: Up & Running Bristol
Time: 6.30pm - 7.30pm
Come and join our friendly running group. It is the perfect place for beginners, offering guidance and advice within a fun and informal setting. The group splits into 3 different levels; you simply join whichever you feel most comfortable in (although, if you need help deciding which is right for you, we can certainly advise you!)
Everyone is welcome - please e-mail us at bristol@upandrunning.co.uk or pop into the shop for more information.
SAUCONY have supported the Bristol running group by providing highly visible yellow gilets with reflective strips to the runners.
Local Clubs |
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Local Races |
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Moon Walk 2010
15th May
Hyde Park, London
Race Full. Advice in store
Drop into the shop for the latest race information and entry leaflets, and if you're an organiser
drop us a line with your race details.
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Gyms
Personal Trainers
Local Health Professionals
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| Bristol Physiotherapy Clinic |
Bristol Tennis Club, Redland |
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| 0117 9738319 |
www.bristolphysiotherapyclinic.co.uk |
| Clifton Physiotherapy |
Pembroke Road, Clifton |
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| 0117 9467664 |
mail@cliftonphysio.co.uk |
| Clive Richards Physiotherapy |
Clevedon |
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| 01275 340732 |
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| Cherington Practice |
Henleaze |
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| 0117 9625195 |
thepractice@lineone.net |
| Compton Clinic |
Westbury Park |
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| 0117 9232802 |
thecompton@onetel.com |
| Family Practice |
Gloucester Rd, Bishopston |
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| 0117 944 6968 |
www.thefamilypractice.tv |
| House Clinics |
Redland & City Centre |
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| 0117 9420200 |
www.thehouseclinics.co.uk |
| Howard Therapy |
Westbury Park |
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www.howardtherapy.co.uk |
| Jonathan Webb Clinic |
Redland |
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| 08450 604466 |
www.jwclinic.com |
| Keith Ferris |
North View, Westbury Park |
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| 0117 9078890 |
www.orientalmedicine.co.uk |
| Keith James |
Coldharbour Rd, Redland |
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| 0117 3306820 |
www.keithjamesphysiotherapy.co.uk |
| Kinetic Fitness |
St. Philips Marsh, Bristol |
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| 0117 3779265 |
www.kineticfitness.co.uk |
| Litfield House |
Clifton Down, Clifton |
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| Medical |
Christmas Steps, City Centre |
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| 0117 3763732 |
www.themedicalbristol.co.uk |
| Nuffield Health |
Clifton, Bristol |
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| 0117 9872727 |
www.nuffieldproactivehealth.com |
| The Physio Place |
North View, Westbury Park |
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| 0117 9737317 |
www.thephysioplace.com |
| University of Bristol Sports Medicine Clinic |
Tyndall Avenue, Clifton |
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| 0117 9288810 |
www.bristol.ac.uk |
| Vital Health |
North View, Westbury Park |
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www.vitalhealth.eu |
| Youtonic |
Bristol |
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| 07798 888706 |
www.youtonic.co.uk |
Other local running services
Have you got a local running-related businesses that our customers will want to hear about? Drop us a line and we'll
mention it here and in the shop ...
Some Extras for runners |
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Do you want a better diet - one more geared to assist your running?! Have a look at Kate Percy's 'Go Faster Food' blog: gofasterfood.blogspot.com
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