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Topping Up The Tank
By Anita Bean on 02/02/2010 14:00:21
Keeping filled up on the run is great, but you’ve got to start with a full tank of gas. Sports nutritionist Anita Bean tells you how to fill up the right way
The Day BeforeYour goals for the day before your race are to top up your glycogen stores, stay well hydrated and avoid any pitfalls that may jeopardise your performance the next day. Graze Eat little and often throughout the day. Choose high-carbohydrate, low-fat, moderate-prote...
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Plyometric Power
By David Morton on 29/09/2010 12:45:10
Running is a series of actions. If you could prime each one with an explosion of energy, you’d become faster. Plyometrics is your gunpowder, so pack your muscles with fire power and leave your old PBs for dead
of stored energy are released as the spring recoils."The further you can stretch those springs and the quicker they can reach full extension, the more power they will generate each and every time they snap back.That sort of instant energy sounds ideal
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Kick Five Bad Fuelling Habits
By Simon Cole on 06/04/2011 09:10:40
Put those wicked ways behind you with these kick-it tricks
You're training regularly, but your diet could be draining you of energy and making things harder. High glycaemic index (GI) foods make for unstable energy levels with their fast but short-lasting release, while insufficient carb or protein
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Video: 'A revolution in running is coming'
By on 01/02/2013 15:03:16
In a few weeks' time adidas will be launching 'Energy Boost' to the world, a brand-new running shoe. All well and good, except this looks to be no ordinary launch: Boost promises a game-changing technology that 'provides the highest energy return
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Gear Pick: Chimpanzee Bars
By Annie Rice on 26/02/2013 15:06:18
There's no denying that running gives you the munchies and it can be easy to turn to junk food when sugar cravings hit. Luckily for us hungry runners, Chimpanze have produced these all-natural energy bars to satisfy your cravings and give you bags
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My 2004 London Marathon
By Windsurfin Susie on 21/04/2004 15:54:10
How was it for you? - Quotes and pictures from London 04
Time: 4:05Deafened by thousands of people screaming my name! - They should market that instead of energy bars!Index of all quotesNext quote
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Vitamins - A Complete Guide
By Runner's World on 22/12/2002 19:43:34
fish Maintains normal vision, healthy skin and mucous membranes Not involved in energy production; little evidence to suggest it can improve sporting performanceB1 (Thiamine) Involved in release of energy from carbohydrate; used for the normal
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Soups: Liquid Assets
By Jessica Girdwain on 02/02/2012 10:00:00
Soup-er charge your diet for a wealth of body benefits
Lentil and Black Bean Soup This vegan-friendly stew is thick and filling thanks to the beans and lentils – both sources of protein and fibre-rich carbs. “The body absorbs these nutrients slowly, keeping energy levels on an even keel,” says sports
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Men's Kit: Bright and Bold
By on 27/09/2011 10:00:00
Turn heads this season with bright technical running kit
adidas Men's TECHFIT Preparation Short Sleeve TeePrice: £23Colours: Black, White, Slime, Sharp Blue, Dark NavySpecifications:Ventilated CLIMACOOL® keeps you dry and comfortable TECHFITTM focuses your muscles' energy to generate maximum
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Road Bikes vs Tri Bikes
By Jim McConnel on 24/02/2010 12:00:02
What's the difference between a road bike and a tri bike?
lines while utilising rider energy efficiently and even conserving energy - you have to run when you come off the bike. In order to achieve this efficiency, tri-bike geometry has a steeper seat tube angle, usually 76-78 degrees. The top tube
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