training camp, held in Portugal in association with 2:09 Events, packs in two shorter runs each day, yoga and core-stability classes, talks from experts, a handicap cross-country race and a long run at the weekend. This year our annual training camp

core is really the key part of the body. "It's the centre of power. From a runner's standpoint, it's more of a stability issue, being able to maintain good posture to maximise performance and avoid injury." A lot of deceleration-type injuries

stability exercises, weight programmes and stretching routines,” she says. “In fact, for many of my running clients, this is where they need the most help. They have no trouble getting out running, but need me to motivate them and guide them with other

If you don't have a big race in your sights, it can be hard to stay focused. Challenge yourself, or join others with weekly, monthly or annual mileage targets. By setting yourself a mileage challenge you can combine the motivation of having a target