THE SKINS™ JOURNAL

MAXIMISE YOUR RUNNING ECONOMY WITH SKINS

Let's talk about Running Economy. How do SKINS help improve it? What is it? Discover more...
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WHICH COMPRESSION TIGHTS ARE THE BEST?

Discover more about SKINS Compression Tights and which ones are the best for you, your sport and your activity level...
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LET’S TALK ABOUT COMPRESSION LONG TIGHTS

Let's talk about SKINS Compression Long Tights. What are the benefits? What are the differences? Are they just like normal leggings? We break it down for you...
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SCA: BUILDING A RUNNER P.5. MEL HAYES

Read part 5 of Coach Joshua's 'building a runner'. In this instalment, Coach Joshua gives us some expert advise on goals and we catch up with Mel.
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SCA: BUILDING A RUNNER P.4. TOMMY SHAW

Read part 4 of Coach Joshua's 'building a runner'. In this instalment, we catch up with how Tommy has been getting on, and, spoiler alert...he's doing pretty well!
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SCA: BUILDING A RUNNER P.3.

Discover Part 3 of Coach Joshua's 'Building a Runner'. In this instalment we catch up with Mel, Joseph, Tommy and Gabby. The trials and tribulations as well as the impressive wins.
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SCA: BUILDING A RUNNER P.2.

When we last checked in with our SKINS SCA athletes, they were about to embark on their new goals for the year. October has brought lots of success to our four athletes, along with the trials and tribulations that running brings. ‘Training has been going very well. With the increase in miles this winter, my…
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SCA: BUILDING A RUNNER P.1.

Over the next 12 months, we will follow Tommy Shaw, Gabriella Moriarty, Joseph Shirley and Melissa Hayes with aims ranging from International representation to achieving a championship spot for the London Marathon all the way to building a relationship with running around a running a business. In this journal, we will introduce each of our SKINS SCA x PGC1 Athletes, how they got into running, where they are now and what their goals are.
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COACH JOSHUA: TRAINING SIMON, SKINS CCO P.6

He's only gone and done it! Simon has completed his second marathon in 3 weeks. Discover how he got on in London.
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COACH JOSHUA: TRAINING SIMON, SKINS CCO P.5

Discover how Simon got on at this year's Paris Marathon and what he's doing to prepare for the London Marathon.
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COACH JOSHUA: TRAINING SIMON, SKINS CCO P.4

Discover how Simon's training is going with Coach Joshua as he navigates another race with only weeks to go for his first Marathon.
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COACH JOSHUA: TRAINING SIMON, SKINS CCO P.3

Check in on how SKINS CCO Simon is getting on as he navigates a busy schedule and his training with Coach Joshua for the Paris and London Marathons. 
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COACH JOSHUA: TRAINING SIMON, SKINS CCO P.2

Discover part 2 of SKINS CCO, Simon's journey as he trains with Coach Joshua for not one, but two Marathons.
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COACH JOSHUA: TRAINING SIMON, SKINS CCO

From running Halfs to training for 2 marathons. Follow SKINS CCO, Simon's journey as he trains with Coach Joshua for sport's ultimate challenge. And pick up a few tips on the way.
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COACH JOSHUA: THE MARATHON – SPORT’S ULTIMATE CHALLENGE

Have you ever run a marathon? SKINS™ Head running Coach Joshua breaks down how to train for Sport's ultimate challenge - the marathon...
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COACH JOSHUA: TO CARB OR NOT TO CARB

To carb or not to carb, that is the question. In his latest journal, Coach Joshua answers the question every athlete wants the answer to. Discover more...
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COACH JOSHUA: WHAT KIT SHOULD I WEAR WHEN RUNNING?

Coach Joshua discusses what kit you should be wearing during runs to take advantage of those all-important marginal gains...
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SERIES-3 COMPRESSION FOR RUNNING, GYM AND MORE

SERIES-3 compression is perfect for running, gym and sports over 1,500m. Discover more about SERIES-3 and find your perfect SKINS...
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COMPRESSION FOR RUGBY, CYCLING, LIFTING AND MORE

Knowing which Compression Sportswear is best for your sport and activity level is key to upping your performance and recovery. Discover more...
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YES, SKINS™ ARE VEGAN

Did you know that our new SERIES SKINS Compression Sportswear and Activewear is all vegan? Discover more about vegan SKINS™ here...
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WHAT DOES PARKRUN MEAN TO YOU?

For some, it's the PBs; for others, it's about getting out there and being active. For most, it's the community spirit. Discover more about why the SKINS team are big advocates for parkrun and suggestions on what SKINS you should be wearing...
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PERFORMANCE VS RECOVERY

SKINS performance vs SKINS recovery. What's the difference? They're both compression, right? Yes, but there is a difference. Read more about it here...
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HOW DOES COMPRESSION SPORTSWEAR WORK?

SKINS™ Compression helps you go further and harder for longer but how does it actually work? We break it down for you...
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5 REASONS PEOPLE WEAR COMPRESSION SPORTSWEAR

Compression Sportswear is still pretty new for some, so why do seasoned compression sportswear wearers swear by it? Here are 5 reasons why...
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eSPORTS AND SKINS

Although for many people, eSports having seemingly come out of nowhere, they aren’t anything new; in fact, they’ve been around since the 70s. We are the pioneers of Compression Sportswear and now we're excited to be the pioneers of Compression eSportswear...
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HOW FAR DO YOU RUN…?

Running is a dynamic activity that millions of people around the world partake in, but how many kilometres do people rack up on a daily basis...
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54KM ULTRA-MARATHON? SMASHED IT.

54KM Ultra Marathon? Easy when you've got the motivation, dedication, the SKINS and the training plan. We catch up with virtual training plan winner Tim and find out how he smashed his PB...
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‘SKINS ARE A BASE LAYER’ AND OTHER SUCH STATEMENTS

There are many myths and preconceived notions out there about Compression Sportswear, particularly about tightness and use. We break some of them down for you...
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SKINS™ AND FOREST GREEN ROVERS F.C.

SKINS™ are the official partner of the world's first vegan and greenest football club in the world, Forest Green Rovers...
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5 THINGS YOU DIDN’T KNOW ABOUT SKINS

5 things you probably didn't know about SKINS™...
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SCA: RUNNING DRILLS

SKINS Head Running Coach talks about how running drills are an excellent way of improving your running form and gives you some drills to include in your training...
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SCA: TRAINING PROGRESSION

SKINS Head Running Coach talks about training progression and what to look out for to make sure you're getting the most out of your training...
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SCA: RECOVERY

SKINS Head Running Coach drills home how important recovery really is...
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SCA: LOWER LEG STRENGTH

SKINS Head Running Coach discusses how important lower leg strength is for runners, how strong lower legs can help prevent injury plus tips on how strengthen them ...
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SCA: TEMPO RUNS

SKINS Head Running Coach discusses tempo runs or training the lactate threshold and gives you some example sessions to check out...
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SKINS COMPRESSION SPORTSWEAR EXPLAINED

What do SKINS do, what are the benefits, and what SKINS do I need? SKINS make you perform better and recover faster. Discover why and how...
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SCA: GLUTE STRENGTH

SKINS Head Running Coach discusses how important glute strength is, plus he includes some exercises to get those glutes ready for anything...
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SCA: SPEED SESSIONS

SKINS Head Running Coach discusses different types of Speed Sessions and explains why incorporating them into your training is key...
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WHAT’S THE DIFFERENCE? SERIES-5, SERIES-3 AND SERIES-1 EXPLAINED.

This is your guide to what each SERIES has to offer and which one is for you...
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POWERSHORTS. IT’S IN THE NAME.

Sometimes a name is just a name, but not in this case. In this case, our SKINS SERIES-5 Powershorts have earned the right to be called precisely that, Powershorts...
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SCA: TRAINING VOLUME

SKINS Head Running Coach discusses how training volume is essential to any training plan...
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DOMINIQUE ROBERTS: ‘RUNNING IS MY MEDITATION.’

Dominique Roberts prides herself on her performance and ability to train, both the body and mind to run superhuman distances. Discover more about 'Muddy Mountain Miles'...
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Goodbye A400, Hello SERIES-3

Goodbye old friend. In its 11 years of service, our A400 range stood firmly at the forefront of Compression Sportswear but now it's time for something new...
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SCA: CORE STRENGTH

SKINS Head Running Coach talks about the importance of core strength...
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WHY DO OLYMPIC CHAMPIONS WEAR ARM SLEEVES

From the Olympics to Saturday Park Runs, Arm Sleeves are becoming increasingly common, but why do athletes wear them?...
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SCA: EASY RUNS

SKINS Head Running Coach discusses the importance of easy runs and how to execute them properly...
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SCA Magazine Issue No. 1

Discover SCA Magazine Issue No. 01. A quarterly magazine that celebrates sport and provides in-depth insight into the world of SKINS...
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SCA: THE IMPORTANCE OF A GOOD WARM-UP

SKINS Head Running Coach talks about the importance of warming up before exercise...
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HOW SKINS ARE HELPING SPENCER DINWIDDIE WITH HIS RECOVERY JOURNEY BACK TO THE NBA

SKINS are providing active and recovery sports compression to assist in NBA star Spencer Dinwiddie's strength training and recovery...
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STOKE CITY FOOTBALL CLUB AND COMPRESSION SPORTSWEAR

For a number of seasons, Stoke City F.C. have donned SKINS under their kit during training and matches...
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SCA: ARE YOU ACTUALLY GETTING THE MOST OUT OF YOUR TRAINING?

SKINS Head Running Coach talks about the importance of a training plan for runners...
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HAVE YOU HEARD? THERE’S A NEW EXCLUSIVE CLUB.

SKINS Club Athletico is for any athlete who is committed to training and performance, it also comes with some perks...
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Lorena Manolica

Lorena is a determined and driven twenty-something-year-old sprint kayaker and SKINS Ambassador...
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COMPRESSION SPORTSWEAR: HOW TIGHT IS IT, AND HOW DOES IT WORK?

Compression Sportswear is TIGHT, but it's meant to be tight because otherwise...it's just sportswear...
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THE BENEFITS OF COMPRESSION SPORTSWEAR

If there weren't actual benefits to wearing compression sportswear, why wear them? Well, other than looking great. SKINS Compression Sportswear offers recovery and performance benefits, and it's been proven through years of research and independent studies...
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JADE SKILLEN: A FORCE TO BE RECKONED WITH

Jade is a force to be reckoned with. She is a UK Spartan Pro Athlete who also trains OCR racers to help get them to the top of their game, push their boundaries, and challenge them mentally and physically...
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CALF TIGHTS: SO MUCH MORE THAN JUST LEG WARMERS.

Constructed for both men and women, our Calf Tights merge our best compression technology with durable high-tech fabrics to support and stabilise the lower leg. Find out how this helps reduce the risk of injury, optimise comfort and assist in recovery...
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GET TO KNOW FIONA WYLDE: WATERWOMAN AND SKINS AMBASSADOR

Fiona is a world-renowned waterwoman, competitive Stand Up Paddleboarder (competing internationally in SUP racing and SUP surfing) and SKINS ambassador! Get to know Fiona a lil' better...
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HOW DO YOU KNOW A BRAND IS VEGAN? THEY’LL TELL YOU.

Now more than ever, we have a responsibility to make better, more sustainable choices about the clothes we wear, including Compression Sportswear. Discover more about our mission to become more sustainable...
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