running goals, Runner's World is on hand to give you the expert advice, information and tips to achieve them. Whether you're a complete beginner, a seasoned pro or somewhere in between, the UK's number one running magazine will help motivate you every step

, with easy-to-read menu options in each corner which correlate to each of the four buttons on the watch.From the beginner who wants to remain a little more focused on their stroke and avoid fretting over what lap they’re on to the more experienced swimmer

Nike+ Fuelband: price £129It’s the time of year when resolutions hang over us like a dark cloud, and motivation can be hard to find. So, the latest activity monitor from Nike seems like the perfect buy for any beginner.Activity monitors

This section is adapted from No Need For Speed - A Beginner's Guide To The Joy Of Running, by John Bingham. Buy this book!You may be uncomfortable hearing that no one can tell you what your fitness goals should be. No one can tell you how much

As runners, we all want to increase our endurance, but we’re often referring to different things. While the beginner often wants to go further – from two miles to four miles, then to six, more experienced runners don’t see much point in running

shapes and sizes and ability..."- RW forum member Michelle CrickFind a race...There are 2500 races a year in the UK. Some are flat, some tough, some on trails, some with amazing scenery - and almost all welcome beginners. Find a race Search the UK

realistic goals to post-race recovery. Avoiding InjuryDon’t let that niggle become an injury – build mileage gradually, train on forgiving surfaces, and wear the right shoes.Beginner's RunningThe real basics - choosing shoes and kit, the best walk

imagine. Just don't be tempted to dash off too fast at the start - that's the most common mistake. moreHow fast could I (should I?) go? Most beginners' goal is simply to finish the race with a smile on their face, and that's what we're here to help you do

by RW US race and event promotion director Bart Yasso) This 800m speed session is based on your goal marathon time. If you're aiming for a three-hour marathon, run your 800m reps in three minutes. If you're aiming for four hours, run them in four minutes

him to the finish.At the one-mile mark he was running faster than his goal pace. Some of us doubted his strategy. The course was not impossible, but it was unusual – an out-and-back route that was uphill to the turnaround, then downhill to the finish