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Best Kit Bargains
By Rob Spedding on 02/06/2005 16:27:23
Qualitative analysis... from the economical running gear to the expensive, we've investigated what you get for your money
-shaped knit that helps keep the ankle stable; ankle pads and an Achilles protector provide extra cushioning; and air channels help air circulate around your toes. Added to that, they make your running shoes feel even more comfortable.Best for Athletes who don
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Forum v Ironman Frankfurt: Storming Finish
By Jj on 26/07/2006 11:24:40
Sun, sand, triumph and heartache - the Pirates of the Main...
by within minutes, sometimes seconds, of each other, crossing the finish line close together.As one by one they crossed the finish line and tottered off to the athletes’ village to be showered, fed, infused if necessary, the city centre grandstand begin
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Reader To Reader: Pre-Race Warm-Ups
By Jane Hoskyn on 10/12/2006 12:32:47
How much should you warm up before a race - and why? Here's what you thought
generally get my athletes to run at least a mile before doing dynamic stretches, then running drills before each training session. For recovery runs you don't really need to do this, as the first part of the run should be nice and steady, but for harder
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Beating Exercise Fatigue
By Matt Fitzgerald on 06/03/2007 18:50:48
You know that heavy feeling in your legs that makes you slow down? It starts in your head. Here's how to teach your mind to let you run longer and stronger
, runners who began to slow down during the latter stages of a race couldn’t possibly sprint the last 100 yards or so. "Athletes can often surge during the latter stages of a race, knowing that they won’t have to continue once they cross the finish line
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Reader to Reader: Should I run through the pain?
By Catherine Lee on 31/07/2007 09:30:54
Is there any truth in the 'if it isn't hurting, it isn't working' mantra? Here's what you thought
and can have serious consequences. Pain is not 'just an emotion'. It is one of a number of subtle signals that your body provides which, if you heed them appropriately, will allow you to bring your body to its full athletic potential. If you choose
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The Official RW Forum Treadmill Record Attempt
By Runner's World on 22/04/2008 08:08:01
Twelve Runner's World Forumites, 48 hours and one World Record Challenge...
and Features Writer for RW, he has an experienced track pedigree from his National Young Athletes League days. He replaced the training with booze at university but returned to running in his mid-twenties.Most likely to: Paint himself in a flattering light
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Shades Of Glory
By David Mitchell on 09/06/2008 11:27:44
One of three ladies who attempted to be the first to complete the Brathay 10 in 10 Challenge last month - this is RW forumite Shades' incredible story
Roberts (32) The youngest challenger, Phillip ran his first marathon in 1999 and is a member of Blengale Runners Athletic Club. He has also run a number of ultra events.Jim Mundy (58) A member of Sutton Runners, Jim’s tally of 119 marathons includes
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How To Look After Your Kit
By David Mitchell on 14/07/2008 15:00:18
Get more mileage from your money with these simple gear do's and don'ts
sweat very easily and provide the perfect breeding ground for the odour-causing bacteria that feed on your sweat.There are a number of detergents on the market specifically designed for athletes. And some people swear by using baking soda in a wash cycle
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Ironman Switzerland 2009: Soon To Set Sail
By Alice Palmer on 07/07/2009 10:08:31
Hop aboard as the Pirate Ship Of Fools heads to Switzerland for another epic swim, bike and run
believe I could do it in the first place. Nam's forum profile NamI was never athletic in school – sports days were an exercise in humiliation and I would think up all sorts of excuses to get out of them. By 2008
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Shoepaedia: Key Running Shoe Terms Explained
By Runner's World on 04/08/2009 12:21:46
In-depth explanations and diagrams to help you understand more about how running shoes are constructed
to the reinforcing strips that provide structure to the shoe. The famous adidas stripes were adapted from the three leather overlays that wrapped around the company's early athletic shoes. Overlays can be used to decorate running shoes in the same way and are often
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