Running is more than just movement; it's a way of life that can align with our values, including sustainability, ethical choices, and health. Whether you're looking for eco-friendly running communities, plant-based nutrition advice, or race-finding tools, this guide offers some of the best resources for conscious runners. As a running coach, I always encourage my clients to explore these fantastic platforms to enhance their training while making a positive impact.

Green, Ethical & Sustainable Running

Green, Ethical & Sustainable Running

• Vegan Runners - an amazing running club for those who want to run with compassion and who care for our planet.

• The Green Runners - a fantastic running group who put the planet at the centre of everything they do.  Tips on all sorts of topics such as how to recycle your running shoes.

• Running on Plants - a wonderful group who provide resources and knowledge on plant based running.  They offer a free 5K training plan - go have a look!

• Recycling Shoes - Advice on recycling your running shoes from Runners World.

• Bristol Sustainable Trail Runs - A Facebook group, created to share suggested running routes, accessible by pubic transport from Bristol.

Health & Wellbeing

• Project RED-S - shining a spotlight on Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport through education, advocacy, and support.

Podcasts & Social Media

• Vegan Fitness Runner - Joyful plant-based eating for busy lives with nutritionist and speaker Vanessa Sturman.

• No Meat Athlete - A plant-based diet can make you fitter, faster, and happier.  No Meat Athlete can show you how.

• Let's Go Run - Vegan ultra runner with insights and adventures.

• The Extramilest - A wonderful podcast for runners of all abilities.  Heart felt and often moving.

Utilities, Reviews and Listings

• GPX Studio - for planning your next adventure by creating and editing GPX files.

• Run Finder - for finding races in the south west UK.

• RunRepeat - for detailed shoe testing and reviews.

• Find A Race - for finding races.

Looking to Improve Your Running?

As a running coach, I help runners of all abilities enhance their performance, refine their technique, and achieve their goals; whether that’s through sustainable training practices, plant-based nutrition guidance, or trail running expertise.

🏃‍♂️ Want to take your running to the next level? Get in touch today and let’s build a training plan tailored to your goals!

Have you used any of these resources? Are there any favourites you'd recommend to fellow runners?  I'd love to hear about it.