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Go The Distance
By Hugh Jones on 05/08/2002 17:03:17
5K road race or 30-mile fell run? Here's the lowdown on every race type
the fatigue that comes with it. A steady, fast run a bit like a race on your own or a series of repeated shorter runs with fixed rests between them (ie interval training) will help you to do this.Beginners should start by alternating fast running
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Gain From Pain
By Bob Wischnia on 30/07/2002 18:49:34
10 ways to stay positive, and fit, when you're out of action
-training activity the same way you treat your running. For instance I know every flat section, hill and pebble on my favourite 6-mile loop, so I try to simulate each section of this run on whatever machine I am using. I start with an easy 10 minutes on the flats
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Meet The Penguin
By Runner's World on 10/03/2003 13:05:55
He's the man behind our Stories from the Slower Lane - John Bingham, aka The Penguin!
at himself and puts himself out there in The Penguin Chronicles, his avidly-read monthly column in RUNNERS WORLD. Bingham has also written two books (his latest No Need For Speed: A Beginners Guide To The Joy Of Running will be published in the UK
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Forum v Ironman Switzerland 2009
By Runner's World on 04/08/2009 11:57:39
Find out how more than 50 globe-trotting Pirates fared when they headed to Zurich for the 13th staging of Switzerland's annual Ironman competition
.4-mile swim, 112-mile cycle, and a full 26.2-mile marathon. This summer's trip saw over 50 forumites board the Pirate ship – including a record number of beginners. Now they're back it's time to catch up with first-timers arctic lady, Nam, PSC, Rio
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Forum v Ironman Zurich: The Day Of Truth
By Daniel Benson on 21/07/2005 11:02:19
27 RW members - some of whom didn't even own bikes - have just finished eight months of training for Ironman Zurich. Read how they tackled the 16 hour race
after sessions...From complete swimming beginners like Suffolk Punch and Ratbag, to PB-chasers such as Monique and Andy, we've followed the bunch as they jumped aboard and transformed themselves into IM Zurich athletes. Some kept online training diaries
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Training For Two
By Marc Bloom and Rob Watts on 27/05/2003 16:48:14
How to make running with a partner really work
part in hill sessions and other types of speedwork. Lawson has also found that, since shes been running with him, Brady has been much more obedient and well-behaved. I also feel much safer when running with Brady. Where I run is quite isolated and he
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Try An Off-Road Duathlon
By Chris Broadbent on 11/01/2010 16:05:14
Maintain your competitive edge and give yourself a challenge by taking part in some joint-juddering off-road duathlons this winter
. This is something that many hill racers do and it is an important skill that can make a big difference in races."Away from the hard sessions, Robison offers another handy tip: "Whenever you get the chance - and it is safe to do so - walk barefoot on the beach
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RW Pocket Race Guide - December
By Catherine Lee on 25/11/2007 11:25:06
What's coming up, what's closing soon, what's filling fast
. With participation (rather than competition) at the top of the morning’s agenda, both beginners and family groups can expect a warm welcome, and there’s no doubt the seasonal camaraderie will rub off on spectators too. Suits and beards are included in the entry fee
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RW Pocket Race Guide - February
By Runner's World on 28/01/2008 17:59:48
What's coming up, what's closing soon, what's filling fast
Bidborough Ridge before looping through the neighbouring villages of Penshurst, Fordcombe and Langton Green.After an overall elevation drop over the opening six miles, the first incline of note - the infamous Spring Hill falling midway round the course
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Pocket Race Guide - May
By Runner's World on 28/04/2008 13:09:58
Featuring... Beaverbrooks Blackpool 10K, Halstead and Essex Marathon, Tewkesbury Half-Marathon, Sevenoaks 7, Helen's Trust Golden Gate 10K, Queen Mother Reservoir Series and the Magic Roundabout 10K
Fitness First. And those who don’t quite feel up to a half-marathon needn’t miss out: there’s also a beginner-friendly five-mile fun run. More half-marathon highlights...Jersey's Fantastic North Run Half-Marathon (Channel Islands, May 18)Bank Of Scotland
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