The Nottingham Up & Running team aim to provide a friendly and knowledgeable service for everyone from beginners to experienced runners. Our aim is to provide the right advice and product so the customer can achieve their chosen running or fitness goals, whatever they may be.

Rob the Store Manager has worked in specialist sports retail for many years. A keen runner himself, Rob has many years experience of fitting technical footwear, and specialist running equipment and is always happy to help you choose the right product for your training needs.

Ali works on Saturdays. She started competing at the age of 11 swimming for Oxfordshire and North Bucks. Running was always part of her training routine, and she made a logical progression into biathlons, triathlons and running half marathons.

Kev started running in January 2000 having done very little fitness wise since leaving school. From running ten minutes to start, he gradually increased his distance until he was running 5 miles on a regular basis. That July he joined a local running club and has never looked back. He has now taken part in numerous 5k, 10k, 5 Mile and Half Marathon Road Races including many trail and fell races, and successfully completed the London Marathon in 2009 in 4 hours 25 minutes.

In-store Events

Out and About

David Watson ran in The Beast, a tough race supported by UP & RUNNING. See the great race video below ...

Reviews

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Saucony Ride, £75

I spent a long time trying on various different makes and models before going for the 'Ride". It was a tough decision as there are so many nice shoes in the store. In the end, as the 'Ride' was so comfortable, I went for this one.
In my training sessions, they felt so much better. Using them now as my main training shoe on my 4, 8 and 10 mile runs, both on the pavements and through the woodlands.
I must admit, they feel really nice and cushioned. You can really feel the Progrid cushioning system absorb the impact as the foot strikes the ground. The extra forefoot cushioning really works too. I hope they can help me beat a few personal bests this year.
Highly recommended for anyone who wants a well-cushioned neutral running shoe.
Rob, June 2009

NRG base layer, £24

Looks cool and feels really nice to the skin. Works great in regulating your body temperature. Great at wicking the moisture away.
I've been using these to keep the cold wind from my skin during the cols snaps. They work a treat. I also like the fact that they come in little carry bag made from the 'waste' produced when making the base layer.
I'll be getting more of these over the next few weeks. You might even see me wearing one in the store.
Highly recommended.
Comes in black, red or blue for men. Women's colour options are black, pink, or blue.
Rob, June 2009

Salomon XA Pro, £75

A trail shoe with some excellent cushioning.
After signing up for the "Race the Train" event in Wales, I realised that I needed to start doing some off-road training in preparation #, also that I needed the right footwear for the Welsh countryside.
First impressions with the XO pro were very good. A glove-like fit to them and a well cushioned midsole. After a few runs around my local wood, and putting them through their paces on some rough terrain, I knew that these shoes could give me the traction, support and comfort I needed for the most difficult challenge to date.
The XA Pro's held up really well in the event. The conditions were very muddy and very, very wet. In a lesser shoe, I would have been slipping around, but in these, I felt confident and protected from the harsh conditions.
Also, they clean up really well, and look good enough to wear socially.
Highly recommended.
Rob, June 2009

NRG Board Shirt, £35

Essential bit of kit for this time of year. Feels really nice next to your skin. Nice fitted feel to it. Just the right amount of room to allow freedom of movement. This particular t-shirt has aerated, vented side panels which allow the heat and perspiration to 'wick away'. The zip is a nice feature which allows you to get more air in if its too hot.
Available in blue and red.
Rob, June 2009

Skins Half Tight

The Skins range has been designed specifically as compression garments to improve sporting performance. Research studies suggest it can have the following effects: Increase venous return, reduce post exercise muscle soreness, remove lactic acid faster and regulate body temperature - to name a few of the potential scientific benefits.
Skins are sized specifically depending on your waist measurement (waist/height ratio for the long tight). First impressions are good. The fabric feels smooth, soft and cool to the touch. The length is ideal as they fit right to the top of the knee, covering the quadriceps and hamstrings completely. The great thing with these is they can be worn on their own or with another garment (under shorts in summer, under long tights in winter).
My first test using them was on a 36 mile off road bike ride on an old mountain bike without inbuilt suspension! Now that would be a test. On similar rides I normally would feel some delayed onset muscle soreness (DOMS) especially in the quads. After this race one of the few places that wasn't aching excessively was the upper leg muscles. The compressed fit seemed to reduce muscle vibration and tearing, and this benefited recovery in the days following, which also suggests lactic acid build up had been removed more efficiently. Since then they have become a constant fixture for my endurance training both for running and cycling.
A great product to assist performance and reduce muscle fatigue. Suitable for endurance athletes in a variety of sports.
David, January 2008 "

OMM 25L Pack

"Having never run with a specific lght weight pack before, I found the OMM 25L to be just what i was looking for. With a lean weight of just over 500g and a capacity of 25l, this pack is ideal for 'a day away', whether it is running/cycling to work or walking in the hills. It is the attention to detail that makes this pack great. The back padding doubles as a sit mat and the chest strap doubles as an emergency whistle (hopefully never needed!).
This pack sits very securely having both chest and waist straps, as you would expect, and the compression cords mean that whatever you are carrying sits close to the body. Quick access to storage while on the move is not a problem either, with generous sized zip pockets on the waist strap as well as side mesh pockets low enough to reach without much fuss, ideal for drinks, gels, phone etc. For those runnng longer distances there is the option of adding a hydration bladder as all the necessary attachments are built in.
Overall, a pack that is light on weight but heavy on features. Brilliant"
David, March 2007

How to find us
286-288 Huntingdon Street, Nottingham, NG1 3NA Opposite Staples	click above for a shop tour	Trading Hours: Mon-Fri 9.30am-5.30pm Sat 9.00am-5.30pm Sun Out running If you would like to enjoy the benefits of our full gait analysis system and shoe-fitting service, please arrive at least half an hour before closing time. Thanks!

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Local Runs

One of our favourite runs is through Wilford, along the River to Trent Bridge then back along Wilford Lane and through Compton Acres. Roughly 10k this route is lovely when the sun is shining. The route starts under Clifton bridge along the path to Wilford Village, through the Village, across the Bridge by The Ferry, turn right and along the Trent. For a shorter run you can cross over the Suspension Bridge or for a bit more distance use Trent Bridge and go right onto Wilford Lane. There are options coming back as you could use the path by the river or Wilford lane. The route finishes back where you started.

Some useful links:

• Wollaton Park
• Nottingham Canal
• Colwick Park, River Trent & Others(large PDF)
• The Big Track (PDF) "Get healthy on the Big Track: A new foot and bicycle path has opened in Nottingham. The Big Track runs alongside the canal and the River Trent."

Local Clubs

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Local Races

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Sun 28 Feb   The Beast   see above
Sun  6 Mar   Clumber Park Park Duathalon   www.onestepbeyond.org.uk
Sun 14 Mar   Kilomathon England    www.kilomathon.com
Sun 21 Mar   City of Lincoln 10k Road  race   www.lincoln.gov.uk/10k
Sun 21 Mar   Retford Half Marathon    official.sportnetwork.net/main/s451.htm
Sun 28 Mar   Nottingham Marrow Run 5k/10k   www.nottinghammarrowrun.webs.com
Sun  4 Apr   Easter Shining Cliff fell race   www.runningwithdavid.com
Mon  3 May   13th Southwell Trail Race  www.runningwithdavid.com
Mon 31 May   Oaks Run   www.shepshedrc.org.uk

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.

Other Local Information

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Sarah Belcher, Head Physiotherapist
Tel 07722 619778
Email sarahbelcher@physio-solutions.com

www.physio-solutions.com

Prehability provides prehabilitive and rehabilitive sports massage from within the city centre's premier health and fitness club, Club Y. All their therapists are professionally qualified and registered with the Federation of Holistic Therapists. They can provide a massage service for your participants at your event; or regular treatments to give you the edge over the competition or when battling with a stubborn injury. www.prehability.co.uk

Some Extras for runners

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