that triathlon revolutionised her running. "I knew I could run faster and stronger but every time I concentrated on training for a marathon, I became injured," she says. "Triathlon training helped me to become a stronger runner and train injury-free." After
is one beginner who's wondering whether to take the plunge. "Should I fill in the form or dream on until next year???" he asked a couple of weeks ago, kicking off the Should I enter?! thread in the Flora London Marathon forum. Ashapalan has only been
GETTY IMAGESFern Oliner had been a runner for more than 25 years when she experienced a breakthrough in her performance during a half-marathon."For the very first time, I felt like a true runner,' she recalls. "There I was, running uphill, passing
Where: London When: December 5 If you like dressing up, running and Christmas, the London Santa Run is the race you’ve been waiting for. The 6K course is just the right distance for most beginners, and the race is set alongside the Thames
included). What better way to get into the festive spirit?! Roll on next year!" Jean GilmourReader Reviews3. Friends of Mick'n'Phil Half-MarathonWhere? Warwickshire When? MarchSince they started racing in 2002, father-and-son team Mick'n'Phil have inspired
acid from your muscles, but short enough to keep things challenging", says Anderson. Beginners should do three or four reps; advanced runners can do up to 10. Measure the distance using GPS or, if you listen to music, try hitting 5K pace during one song
Readers of this column know that I like to run marathons. Not that I have any particular skill or success at that distance. For me, a good marathon is one that I finish. A great marathon is one that I finish in under five hours. And Ive had very
, which is reckoned to be the speed of your best 10 miles; this is slightly above half-marathon pace, but it is the best pace to train at.Band Two: 1:25-1:50This time range takes you up to a regular 40 miles a week, though many runners would still be able
Hot off the press this month is the all new Runner's World Complete Guide To Running - the indispensable bible for all things running!From your very first steps to a marathon finish line, the Complete Guide To Running brings you more than 1
countryside on a 13.1-mile loop, before rejoining the half-marathon course. It’s a great option for beginners and experienced runners alike. Wimbledon Audi 10K (London, October 19) No prizes for guessing what sport is typically associated with the SW19
