UP & RUNNING, the shop that keeps York! running!

The York Up & Running shop is handily located on Fossgate, in the city centre. Call in for friendly and expert advice on running and fitness shoes, clothing, and accessories; video gait analysis and shoe fitting, information on local races and training.

46 Fossgate
York
YO1 9TF

Opening Hours!

Contact us!

Telephone: 01904 733744
Email: york@upandrunning.co.uk

Richard began running in 1999 to get fit ... and has since completed 11 marathons and numerous half marathons with a PB of 2h42:11 at London. He has a 5km PB of 15.59, half marathon of 1.11 and a 33 minute 10km. His technical expertise in shoe fitting is as unstoppable as his desire to run.

Darran is the Assistant Manager and brings over 32 years of experience, both as an elite runner and also as a top coach. He is a registered UK Athletics Coach as well as a Coach Tutor. So when it comes to advice on training, kit and injury management, Darran is as informed as he is enthusiastic! Darran won his age group trophy in the 2011 London Marathon for the 5th consecutive year and one month later was invited to test-run the 2012 Olympic Marathon. And although he has represented Great Britain on numerous occasions cross country and on the road, he is a strong believer that running is an easy to access sport for everyone, no matter what your standard... everyone has to start somewhere

Andy is a middle distance speacialist, but has recently moved up in distance to the 10k and marathon: he completed his first marathon, finishing in under 4 hours (3.58.22) at Brighton this year. Having run a p.b. for 10k of 43.13, he hopes to break the 40 minute mark in the near future. When not running Andy is also a keen musician, playing in and around the York area.

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 ...

Aspex Nile sunglasses

Aspex sunglasses are reasonably priced shades starting at around £17, including high quality lenses and very flexible and comfotable polymer frames. The particular pair I have worn for a couple of London Marathons (plus other races) are the 'Nile' model (retailing at £25), a slim-fitting shade with interchangeable lenses (they come with dark lenses and yellow lenses for the Winter). They are comfortable, have nose and ear pads so they don't rub and also because they are so light and well fitted, they don't bounce. The price also incudes travel pouches that double as lense cleaners. The range come in the slim-fit and classic-fit, depending on the size required.

Review by Darran, Sep 2011

Saucony ProGrid Kinvara

You could easily be mistaken in to thinking that such a light weight shoe (men's 218g, women's 190g) is only appropiate for short races. But the Kinvara has been designed to offer enough cushioning for longer runs and general speed work.
I wore a pair for the London Marathon and found them to be fast, responsive, yet very well cushioned.
The heel to forefoot differential is a mere 4mm, so it is a brilliant shoe for those wishing to move towards 'minimalist' running.
At £90 you get an ultra lightweight shoe with the longevity of a shoe that is much heavier.

Review by Darran, July 2011

Inov-8 Flyroc 310

This is a well cusioned off-road shoe, that goes beyond trail running. It is equally at home whilst Nordic Walking on trails as it is on the fells or on forest trails. I've worn them on runs from Pickering, through the fields (pretty muddy!) into Dalby Forest and along trails, both slippery and hard packed surfaces. To summarise, the Flyroc 310 is a well cusioned, versatile off road shoe that offers good protection over distance. With a broad fit and fantastic grip, it dries quickly when wet (due to its high wicking upper) and is suitable for events such as off road marathons

Review by Darran, 2011

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Some local runs ...

Richard has plotted a 10k training route at WalkJogRun.net, click here.

A great area to run in York is just by the river. Starting just by Cliffords Tower you can cross over the road by the river onto a foot / cycle path, hidden by an avenue of trees, you can follow this path (provided it's not flooded of course) for about 1 mile. You can then cross the Millenium bridge and either follow the foot / cycle path to the race course area which can take in any number of routes and distances including a clear route all the way to Selby (roughly 14 miles, for anyone doing marathon training). Alternatively you can take a right along Terry Avenue which runs the full length of this side of the river. For added km / mile you can take in Rowntree Park. Just be careful of slipping on geese & duck desposits while circling the pond or you might find yourself doing an aquathon. You can then exit the park area back onto Terry Avenue where you can join Skeldergate bridge back over river back to Cliffords Tower. This loop will nicely come in at around 5km. A lovely traffic free route (which is no easy task in York) and largely well lit for dark winter evenings.

Local Races

Have a look at Future NE England races - Barry Cornelius's site with links to races and results in the NE.

And drop into the shop for the latest race information and entry leaflets - if you're a race organiser let us know your race details.

• Beverley AC
• Bridlington RR
• City of Hull AC
• City of York AC
• EBOR - local orienteering club
• Easingwold RC
• East Hull Harriers
• Hull Achilles AC
• Hull Springhead Harriers
• Kingston Upon Hull AC
• Knavesmire Harriers - Richard's club
• Pickering Running Club
• Pocklington Runners
• Scarborough AC
• Selby Striders
• Thirsk & Sowerby Harriers
• West Hull Ladies RC
• Wetherby Runners
• White City Road Runners Club
• White Rose Tri Club
• York Acorn RC
• Yorks and Humberside BTA

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 ...

Abbey Leisure Centre	Selby - 01757 213758
Atlanta Health and Fitness Centre	Clifton Moor - 01904 690819
Mark Baxter, Trainer	01904 744850
The Body Works Clinic	Tel 01904 623166 or 07505 845401
Daryl Carter	Daryl Carter BSc GSR Sports Injury and Rehabilitation Clinic Roko Health Club, Clifton Moor 01904 479163
Courtneys Gym	Monks Cross - 01904 642162
Emperors Health & Fitness Centre	York - 01904 610208
EBOR Fitness	01904 611070
Fitness First, Clifton Moor	01904 693322
Highthorn Physiotherapy Clinic Andrew Horwood, Podiatrist	01904 431818
	JDB Lifestyle Gym-Free Personal Training & Massage Therapy at your home 07710 472383
Jorvik Physiotherapy	Jeroen Suur BSc, MSc, Chartered Physiotherapist, 07790 937 236 / 01904 633221
Tom Lininsh, Personal Trainer	07738 294989
Little Wolf Physiotherapy	Gareth Whelan, 0844 225 0955
Livingwell, York	01904 606100
Pocklington Physio	Clare Davison BSc (Hons) MCSP HPC, Tel 01759 305532
Pro Sport Physiotherapy	07003 400543
Roko Gym	01904 699740
Mark Sullivan Personal Trainer/Sport Therapy	Mark Sullivan, MSc. DipFTST. IIST. IIHHT. 01904 411580 or 07768 997376
Total Leisure Fitness	York - 01904 630266
White Rose Clinic	01904 622 599
York Physiotherapy Practice	Gale Lane, York - 01904 784055

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