Running

Ian Winship completed a 10km race in just over an hour (Jane Barlow/PA)

Runner, 90, who set ‘world best’ 10K: I'll beat it next year

Runderwear specialises in running clothing and accessories designed to help prevent chafing, rubbing and discomfort.

Runderwear review: Comfort put to the test

Ad Feature DeerRun brings social fitness to IFA 2026

How Simple Online Healthcare rapidly scaled from its Glasgow base

Pupils in the library at Glenalmond in Perthshire

Exclusive Three heads exit top independent school after Qatari-funded takeover

Exploring Scotland’s coffee scene with the UK’s best roaster

The Balloch Castle ash - suvivor of 1996 Oasis concert, disease and multiple storms - is in the running for Tree of the Year. PIC: Woodland Trust

Tree which survived Loch Lomond Oasis concert among 'toughest' in UK

The Lion in the Trenches room

Clan heirlooms at heart of Loch Lomond Arms re-design by Russell Sage

Those assisting with the wildfire said they are still trying to contain it

Cairngorms fire: Helicopters assist as water pumped from Loch Morlich

Andy Burnham's victory rally at Ashton Town FC after being elected as Makerfield MP

Who will be in Andy Burnham's cabinet?

Douglas Alexander

Who will be Scottish Secretary when Andy Burnham becomes PM?

From breathable clothing to supportive trainers, this quality running kit was tested on roads and trails

Review: The running kit I'd happily recommend after testing

Tal's new Swiss footcare range has landed at Boots, featuring targeted treatments for dry skin, cracked heels and tired feet.

Review: The Boots footcare range that's transformed my tired feet

Josh Kerr celebrates after winning the men's 3000 metres final at the World Indoor Championships on March 21, 2026 in Torun, Poland.

Kerr's meticulous ritual laid bare in bid for gold and Project 222

Three of the current favourites to be the next James Bond.

New James Bond Latest Odds: Here are the 14 actors tipped to play 007

The three current favourites to become James Bond.

Next James Bond Latest Odds: Here are the 13 actors tipped to play 007

Keir Starmer during his speech on Monday morning

Analysis Keir Starmer comes out fighting as he promises radical change

Sophie Raworth at BBC Scotland in Pacific Quay, Glasgow.

Sophie Raworth on running, Barra-bados, and The Hebridean Way

Jacob Kiplimo, world record holder and TeamGalaxy athlete trains with the Samsung Galaxy Watch8.

Nearly half of joggers' run 'doesn't count’ unless they’ve tracked it

Jon Rahm celebrates his latest LIV Golf win at Club de Golf Chapultepec in Mexico on Sunday

Why Al-Rumayyan, the man holding LIV purse strings, needs to speak out

Sam Donaldson will be running the London Marathon while 30 weeks pregnant.

Edinburgh mum to take on London Marathon while 7 months pregnant

Alex Salmond and Nicola Sturgeon (Picture: Jeff J Mitchell/Getty Images)

What's inside the Salmond files? Salmond's 'floodgates' warning

Keith Rollison, 58, died of a cardiac arrest following the attack at Elgin bus station in 2024

Minister refuses to say if bus driver's killer will keep free bus pass

Clapham Common was lit up on Friday night for a special run club

Ad Feature Women runners ‘light up the night’ against unsafe winter running

Connor Graham pictured during his appearance in last year’s 153rd Open at Royal Portrush

Scottish golfers in running for top US college award

Marathons, half marathons and ultras in Scotland 2026

Marathons, half marathons and ultras in Scotland 2026

Alastair Forsyth pictured playing in the 2024 Scottish PGA Championship at Dalmahoy Golf & Country Club

Two-time DP World Tour winner nominated in Scottish Golf Awards

The 2025 Dramathon finishing line

I ran a whisky-fuelled 10k on one of Scotland's most beautiful routes

Cameron Adam pictured during the Betfred British Masters hosted by Sir Nick Faldo at The Belfry in August

Exclusive Scotland's new DP World Tour card holder gearing up for pro debut

Skye's Armadale Castle, an ancestral seat of Clan Donald, is to be sold off - along with the museum that tells the clan story over 1,500 years. PIC: Getty.

Clan chief says sale of Skye castle is our 'present day battle'

42 per cent have skipped a running warm-up or cool-down

New runners are falling into common traps - here's how to spot them

I joined a running tour for a new perspective of the city

The Nank Runner Air headphones are designed for outdoor and indoor sports

We've tested these stylish sports headphones - and wangled a discount

Thousands took to the streets at the weekend for Edinburgh's marathon weekend - and there are plenty more chances to run the streets of Scotland this year.

Scottish Marathons and Half Marathons 2025: Events you can still run

On the Calculation of Volume, translated from Danish by a Scottish translator, is among six books shortlisted for the International Booker Prize.

The Booker-shortlisted translator who 'sneaks in' Scottish words

The Walden Sports treadmill folds away to fit in small spaces when it's not being used

This electric treadmill is nearly half price - now less than £150

Eilish McColgan celebrates after winning the gold medal in the women's 10,000m final at the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games at Alexander Stadium. (Photo by David Ramos/Getty Images)

Eilish McColgan announces engagement with heart-warming Instagram post

London marathon runners have been warned ahead of the warm weather this weekend.

Warning issued to London Marathon runners as temperatures set to soar

Fitness expert Laura Williams devises age-based fitness plans

Fitness expert, Laura Williams, devises age-based fitness plans

Bookshelf

Danish novel translated by Scot longlisted for Booker Prize award

Treadmills can be used for indoor running and walking, which is great for staying fit

Cheapest home treadmill deals on Amazon right now

Mark Baxter, 33, was told by Edinburgh Royal Infirmary staff he was the youngest person they’d ever treated with a broken hip

'Youngest hip patient' aiming to qualify for marathon months after surgery

In pictures: Edinburgh Marathon 2024

Josh Kerr breaks 39-year old national record

In pictures: The moment Scot Josh Kerr breaks 39-year old record

How Taylor Swift fans could help Jude Bellingham win 2023 Golden Boy

You only need a decent pair of running shoes to get started in the sport. Picture: Getty

Passions: 'I started off in a beginner’s jogging group, now I run marathons'

Jodie Comer is in the running to play the next James Bond after her Tony award win for Prima Facie.

Who is the next James Bond? Bookies odds on Jodie Comer playing 007

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Scotland has failed to meet its latest target for reductions in greenhouse gas emissions, the latest official figures show. Picture: John Giles/PA Wire

Fail: Scotland misses climate target

Pro-independence protesters with Scottish Saltire flags (top) march for Scottish independence. Picture: Andy Buchanan/AFP via Getty Images

Yousaf: Growing popular support for Yes the only way to Scottish independence

Nadine Dorries. Picture: Dan Kitwood/Getty Images

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