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A Great North Weekend
By David Mitchell on 22/09/2008 00:16:44
Make sure your Great North Run weekend runs like clockwork by following our guide to getting the most out of your stay in Newcastle
-day shoes and kit. Disposable clothing to keep you warm at the start is also a good idea, as are blister plasters, suncream and anti-chafing cream. And if you’ve practised with energy gels in training, make sure you pack a handful of these too.If you
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The Runner's Survival Guide
By Martha Schindler on 16/05/2005 16:11:04
There are many physical challenges on the run. Here's how to keep them to a minimum
're evidence that your feet and your footwear are mismatched. Always wear clean, well-fitting running socks made from a wicking, synthetic fabric. You can add an extra layer of protection by wearing two thin pairs of socks, or trying a single double-layer model.Chafing
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Lessons Learnt
By John Bingham and Julie Welch on 04/08/2002 13:08:11
We're so good to you... two well-known (once-)beginners share the secrets they learnt the hard way
or three hours every Sunday for six weeks my skin chafed in all kinds of embarrassing places, and any bit which wasnt rubbed red raw was blue with cold. I wish Id been told that it isnt noble, or necessary, to suffer; that if youre training in winter
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Weird And Wonderful
By Runner's World on 10/11/2003 12:30:37
From Aquajoggers to Saharan sun hats to parachutes... here are some unlikely but useful additions to your kit
. And Odlo’s Termic range (£18-£28) is a good choice. Soft, technical fabrics wick away sweat to keep you dry and this allied to smooth, seamless construction guards against painful chafing.Contact: ASI 01250 873 863; www.odlo.comTo make sure you’re seen
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RW's Top Bras
By Marguerite Lazell on 04/06/2005 14:17:32
A raft of makes, sizes and styles of sports bras that can make you feel good about yourself, and your running. RW tests Sugoi, Insport, Odlo and Champion
or hated the bright turquoise fabric, but all agreed that it was a problem-free design – no riding up, no chafing. The fact that it retained its colour after several goes through the running/washing laundry cycle was seen as a mixed blessing. Made of a
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Christmas Gift Guide 2008
By Runner's World on 09/12/2008 09:17:07
Whether your budget is £2 or £200, find the perfect present for the runner in your life in our Christmas gift guide (of course, you could print it out, highlight what you want and leave it somewhere strategic too...).
STOCKING FILLERS (under £10) PaceTat, £1.99 (or free if you submit two reviews on www.ransacker.co.uk) www.pacetat.com Make sure you never lose track of your time with the ingenious PaceTat. The temporary tattoo won't chafe and will withstand
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Break Bad Training Habits
By on 18/11/2009 15:10:50
Very few triathletes have perfect training technique and race preparation but there are a number of common errors that you can easily correct
Forgetting an essential item on race day may not derail your event completely, but it could push your name further down the list of finishers - or at least lead to some serious chafing. If you don't want to see months of hard work undone by a moment's carelessness, keep a
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Running for miles and raising piles...
By Ricardodaintino on 03/05/2011 16:15:30
...of cash that is! Why I run, and how I raised it: an insight into the fundraising techniques of a simpleton!
, but it will increase your chances of people sponsoring you, and actually it gives the crowd something to cheer about, added fuel for your run - "Nice Legs", "Go Go Granny Man"! It all helps. Word of warning though, Vaseline is a necessity - major chafing a few weeks
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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
backed with fabric over common blistering and chafing hot spots on the foot. SocklinerSince shoes are mass-produced to fit a wide variety of foot shapes, manufacturers use these removable foam footbeds to cover the seams and gaps in a shoe's construction
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Start Running Now: Our Get-Going Guide
By Amby Burfoot on 01/01/2010 15:21:23
Anyone can become a runner - never mind the excuses, the weather or the bag of crisps calling your name. Here, a team of experts shows you how
ran cross-country in. The best are lightweight, soft and non-chafing. "You want the clothes to wick moisture away - cotton holds moisture and stays wet, which causes rashes and blistering," says Gilly Wight, branch manager of Up and Running in Leeds
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