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Five Ways to Beat Cramp
By Adam Bean on 20/05/2011 12:00:00
Stop muscle spasms from ruining your next race with a series of stretches
As many as 39 per cent of distance runners may experience a cramp in their calves, hamstrings or quadriceps before they finish a race. While many people blame dehydration, Kevin Miller, an exercise scientist at North Dakota State University, US
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Strong and Long
By Sean Fishpool and Steve Smythe on 06/05/2002 09:31:12
4 surefire stride-improvers for mile racing
Standfirst: 4 surefire stride-improvers for mile racingAuthor: Sean Fishpool and Steve SmythePics:Issue date: aug01 /mile panelKeywords:uan59--Theres more to running than running, as any tuned-in coach will tell you. Thats especially the case over
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The 7 Key Ingredients Of Mile Training
By Joe Dunbar on 06/05/2002 09:40:15
How to beat the four-lap challenge
Standfirst: Author: Joe DunbarPics:Issue date: Racing secrets bookletKeywords:uan60--Training for the mile is something youve probably never dreamt of doing, but the change of focus and the variety in the schedule can be fun, and may also yield
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Turbo Your Transition
By on 23/11/2009 16:54:00
With some training, timing and a little thought, you can make the transition from bike to run without losing too many precious seconds
Getting through the second transition isn't just about changing your shoes. The bike ride often means a long time in an unnatural posture, putting you at risk of back pain as well as cramps in the shoulders, calves and thighs. Here's what you need
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Look Your Best
By on 18/11/2009 10:42:07
We all have a little vanity, but there are also very good reasons for looking very good
: Hacking the bottoms off your wetsuit legs to reveal intimidatingly muscular calves screams that you're ready to rocket through the swim at the start of a triathlon.The Function: Trimming your wetsuit won't affect your buoyancy, but it could enhance
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Six Secrets Of Successful Runners (Preview)
By Matt Barbour on 23/10/2009 14:43:45
What really improves running performance? We asked the top elites and their trainers how you can get the most out of your quality workouts (non-subscriber preview)
legend Liz McColgan, who has set up a new elite training facility in her home town of Carnoustie, Scotland. "When you're tired, the first thing to go is your form – when I was gearing up for big races I'd almost focus more on this than my running
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Ask the Experts: Half-Marathon Training with Bud Baldaro
By on 26/06/2012 12:00:00
Taking on an autumn half-marathon? Catch up with the highlights of last week's live webchat with coach Bud Baldaro
national marathon coach, he now works as a mentor for England Athletics.Bud joined us to mark the start of our Half-Marathon Newsletter, powered by ASICS. Our weekly half-marathon newsletter provides schedules and training advice to get you race ready
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24 Shortcuts To Your New PB
By Matthew Ray on 25/11/2009 17:13:40
We asked the experts for the 24 best ways to transform your race performance - and push your personal best into new territory
Start racing faster"To improve your time, you're going to need to run faster throughout the race, not just at the finish. Many racers start too slowly and then end up running too quickly
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Six Secrets Of Successful Runners
By Matt Barbour on 23/10/2009 14:10:39
What really improves running performance? We asked the top elites and their trainers how you can get the most out of your quality workouts
legend Liz McColgan, who has set up a new elite training facility in her home town of Carnoustie, Scotland. "When you're tired, the first thing to go is your form – when I was gearing up for big races I'd almost focus more on this than my running
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Top Tips for Race Day
By on 18/11/2009 13:48:14
Whether you aim to win, set a personal best or simply finish, these expert tips will help you perform at your best on race day
1. Sleep well"In reality, trying to sleep well the night before a race never works," says triathlon coach Rick Kiddle (www.rickkiddle.com). "The best sleep will be the night before the night before. Many athletes can survive with little sleep
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