, flatlocked seams and brushed waistband meant there was nothing to chafe. Overall, though, they were one of the most comfortable pairs on test, and with reflective flashes around the thighs and along the ankle zips, they were also the most visible at night

picking another landmark. But be careful, because the uneven terrain can increase your risk of an ankle sprain. “Keep your eyes about three feet ahead on the trail,” says Hadfield. Vary Your PaceMix in some faster running to keep things interesting

, these felt extremely thin but wicked away sweat very well – so best for summer use. Mesh panels on the ankle and top kept the feet cool and compression ribbing around the arch kept the sock in place. However, there was some rubbing from the stitching

for every running club in the country (runtrackdir.com).Sweet charity Don't assume that you can only do good by running. When Stephen Fothergill fractured his ankle falling down the stairs, he was devastated to miss his chance at running London 2010

, somewhere will compensate, and that's when you get that niggling ankle/ knee/ back pain. The kinetic chain starts at your core. A strong core means peripheral muscles won't have to take up the slack, and you'll have more energy, strength and decrease

and entreaties to keep going.At Parliament Square the relief of knowing there was not much further to go helped spur me on and along Birdcage Walk the noise was deafening. I had an adrenaline rush and picked up speed - ignoring the alarm from my feet, ankles

intensify my running MTSS will return, until I strengthen my legs with a series of specific exercises and get some orthotics. Leon has recommended I practice single leg squats and I could balance on a wobble board to improve my ankle strength.I should

.com) and author of Runner’s World Guide to Cross-Training, the key to preventing most running injuries is to increase the strength and stability of three important joint areas: the hips, knees and ankles. "Most people blame the force of impact itself for running

and tendons, making them more robust and able to cope with road running,” says Keith Anderson. The muscles of the lower leg and ankle have to work harder to maintain balance, while greater knee and hip flexion increases hamstring and hip flexor activity. “It

known stretch for the calves is to keep your heels on the ground, pull your toes up and try to reach your toes with your hands.For hamstring cramps, place the ankle of your cramping leg behind the opposite ankle. Stand firm on the front leg and push hard