an enormous amount - a feature I'd never have expected to use (cadence) has been the best, teaching me to stay lower to the ground and conserve energy. This in itself is taking 30-40 seconds a kilometre off my time. As I wrote though the software could be a
improvement on what it's been like over the last 20 years.On the physiological side, I now think I know why I have so many problems with my quad and leg muscles: I generate excessive lactic acid because I have an anaerobic energy system (which is designed
in the marathons and was very surprised that I was in such poor shape hydration wise.Is it just a case of trying to drink more or am I better trying to increase the energy drinks? I can probably only stomach one bottle throughout the whole race before I feel sick
that is a must? I am basically starting from scratch and need to get the essentials. – Keith MacPump, tyre repair kit, multi-tool, spare inner tube, saddle bag, bottle cage(s), bottles, energy drink, energy food, cadence/speed monitor, cycle shorts, cycle
February 2009Hot to trot...Half-Marathon Munchies I’m training for my first half-marathon. What should I be munching during my runs - and when - to keep my energy levels up? Micro Dot Try lots of different things. Carbo gels don't work for everyone – some
, but I have driven around my LSR route planting water or energy drinks strategically before actually doing the run. That's an extra half-hour of prep, and then I might have to go pick up the bottles afterwards. Ratzer The weirdest look I ever got from
of them injury-free. You may need to alter your goals regarding PBs but maybe use the London as a training run to conserve some energy for Rome. Good Luck! - Slimline chipsA couple of years ago I did the New Forest Marathon in 4:21 and four weeks later did
