in the sweltering summer sun. But if the sun’s beating down, covering up with the cap is actually the best way to avoid sunstroke and sunburn. Invest in a cap made from technical fabric that’ll wick sweat away, or grab an old baseball cap and make your own ‘cold

as not to annoy the honed and toned swimming machines ploughing up and down, and then started splashing around and whingeing.It was tight around the neck. The water was cold on my face, but my forearms were warm. It was so BUOYANT (and I know that's its job) - my

Getty Images Off-road running might summon up dark memories of being sent round the school field in the cold. But there’s much more to going off-road. Springing along a forest trail is easier on your body than Tarmac, and the world beyond road

're cleaning them, discard before boiling. Scrub the mussels in cold water to remove barnacles and remove the 'beard' of fibrous hairs. Place cleaned mussels in a fresh bowl of cold water until ready to use. Try this: Don't let the French have all the fun. Try

mix of sweet and healthy.BIGGER BREAKFASTSAfter a long run in the cold, treat yourself to an indulgent breakfast that'll top up your energy stores.Sweetcorn FrittersThis bright, tasty breakfast is packed with veggies and makes the perfect decadent

about safety during the winter – it can be cold, icy and dark outside. For people in rural areas too, treadmills can be great for avoiding uneven ground and lonely routes without street lights." Unlike perilous icy

temperature will drop after a run. The colder you are, the harder it is for blood to get to your muscles.Take A DipBoth ice baths and a relaxing hot tub can have recovery benefits. A quick cold dip immediately after your run will improve your circulation

the risks of stretching cold muscles, and might avoid stretching before sessions. But it's actually best to stretch both before and after sessions, with stretching sessions that achieve different things.After warming up with a brisk walk or jog, pop in a

? Studies have shown that fluid loss has twice the negative effect on cardiac performance in hot weather as it does in cold weather. To maintain your performance you therefore need to pay special attention to your hydration needs. As it gets warmer, it's a

the single-lap race's topographical and scenic high-point."Why have a lie-in on a Sunday morning when you can complete such uplifting challenge?! I enjoyed the snow, ice, cold muddy puddles and very tough conditions - great atmosphere at the finish too