trail race into a one-mile course might seem like a tall order, but that’s exactly what the organisers of this multiple-lap event have achieved. Choose whether to enter the 10K, half-marathon or full marathon challenge, then attempt to complete

:23 for a half-marathon; sub 38 minutes for 10K.Sub-3:15 Eventual standard: sub-1:30 for a half-marathon; sub 40 minutes for 10K.Sub-3:30 Eventual standard: sub-1:37 for a half-marathon; sub 43 minutes for 10K.Sub-3:45 Eventual standard: sub-1:45 for a

and great PB potential.Leeds 10K - Jane Tomlinson's "Run For All" (June 24) An exciting new city 10K, taking in all of Leeds’ iconic landmarks, and sure to be a major charity fundraiser.National Highlights The Dentdale Run (Cumbria, March 10) Both a

the route.. 2. Dorney Dash 10K Asthma UK 10K Windsor 10K series * Where: Berkshire When: throughout the year Head to 2012 Olympics venue Dorney Lake and its ultra-flat parkland for a phalanx of PB-crushing races. With peaceful scenery

of the best ways to become a faster and fitter runner.A former professor of mine used to say the most specific training you can do to race a 10K is to race a 10K. When you race a given distance you strengthen the specific physiological energy systems necessary

Im a 10K runner who for various reasons only had six weeks to train for the marathon. I set off at three-hour pace - silly I know, but I felt I could do it.At 10K I felt great.At 20K I felt good and still strong, albeit starting to work a bit harder

Moray Marathon, Elgin, Scotland: Sunday, September 1WHY RUN IT?Space, scenery, speedlow-key event over a reasonably flat, rural course. The race also hosts a 10K and a half-marathon.FEES£9 (SAF affiliated only)/£11, payable to Moray Marathon

Isle of Thanet Marathon, Kent: Sunday, September 8WHY RUN IT?Challenge, MargateReturning to its traditional 8 September date, this year’s race will have a new, mostly coastal course. The race is run with 10k and a fun run.FEES£9/£10, payable

1. Zoo Stampede (Whipsnade Zoo 10K) Where: Bedfordshire When: June 7Kick off your racing career with something a little bit different – run with the animals – as well as 500 other runners – at the Whipsnade Zoo Stampede in Bedfordshire

On May 12 the Runner's World Trailblazer series, sponsored by Saucony, got off to a glorious start at the Bedgebury Forest Estate.Flick through our gallery to catch up with the action from the 10K chase, then rate the race.Tempted to take on our