We are about to start a new membership year on 1st April. Registration will open on 21st March using the Clubforce App.

Our latest club update covers a membership update for the remainder of the year. Find out the latest on the clubs return to training plans. You can still register for the Clubs Strength and Conditioning classes with Gregory Walsh. Finally thanks to the many people still working hard behind the scenes in a wide range of voluntary roles in the club. Stay safe.

This is probably the best offer you will get this year. Four free zoom classes every week with one of Northern Irelands leading running coaches, Gregory Walsh. The courses are for everyone in the club and are designed with runners in mind. They will help everyone increase their flexibility, improve your movement and technique, reduce the risk of injury, tone up those muscles and, most importantly, feel good.

If your new years resolution is to do some running we have pulled together some of our top tips to help you. We have included couch to 5k programme, running safely in winter and trail running.

If your not sure what to ask Santa for why not ask for something that lets you see and be seen. Running lights provide great light ahead to see where you are running and have red lights at the back so you can be seen. A good running light will last for years and is only a fraction of the cost of a pair of running shoes. Here’s what to look for…

Recognising the importance of mental health in these difficult times, Action Mental Health in conjunction with Athletics NI / Run NI are holding a virtual “mental Elf” 5k and 1k race on 11 December 2020. Find out more and sign up for the mental Elf run.

It’s been a busy week for Ballymena Runners. Ballymena Belles raised over £1000 for Women’s Aid. Gemma Moore completed a 50miler in aid of Love, Hope and Faith. Meanwhile its been a record week for members completing the (not)Parkrun and setting new PB’s.

Want to run faster? Some tempo training will certainly help. We have put together a 4 week tempo programme for club members. It’s got everything you need to know to do a tempo session.

Unfortunately, with the ongoing Covid restrictions, many charities are finding that their traditional fundraising activities are suspended. However, Ballymena Runners is delighted to be able to help the NI Hospice and the Children’s Hospice to support their vital services at this time.

Normally we lead a few weeks of hill training on Wednesdays in November and December. We have put together a 4 week programme for club members. It’s got the who, what, when, where and how for a hill training session. Remember - hills are your friends.