Here's a quick guide to the different types of sports drinkEnergy drinks with electrolytes: the most common, all-round energy drinks. Electrolytes (sodium and potassium) replace the salts lost in sweat and help to reduce cramping, among other things

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

help to prevent calcium deficiency and osteoporosis There is no evidence that extra calcium prevents osteoporosis; exercise - with adequate calcium intake - prevents bone loss. Runners who eat few or no dairy products may benefit from supplements

, nuts and legumes Encourage muscle growth and prevent muscle breakdown May offset protein breakdown in muscles; supplements can increase muscle growth or recoveryCoenzyme Q-10 Helps release energy from food to body's cells Can be made in the body; food

Athletic Club "--Chris Evans• ... and 75% would do it again!RW says: It’s in our top 100 races of 2003, so what's stopping you? What the organiser says: "Although there are some undulating sections, you can still do a great time."Watch out forThe energy

Standfirst: The focus of weeks 13-15 of your 15-week scheduleAuthor:Pics:Issue date: Feb-May01 / xref Ultimate schedsKeywords:uan126-->In weeks 13-15... you taper… and race!You’ve done nearly all the hard work now – after your final long run in Week

, but others, many of whom had not worn Puma shoes before, liked the firmness, and commented on the smooth ride.In short The new Premise has focused a lot of Puma’s energy, and it’s a nicely made shoe. While it’s best for runners who like a firm feel and may

Weight 368gEvaluation Traditionally motion control shoes have tended to be heavy, brick-like creatures best suited to big guys. But not all runners who need bags of stability want a heavy shoe. Saucony’s GRID Stabil is lighter than many motion

Where and when?Sunday, January 18, HampshireWhat is it?There is a patch of land in Aldershot that holds gruelling importance. It has been the scene for heroic James Bond action films, and the Army also test its new equipment and vehicles on it. All

and music, and fields of up to 10,000 runners. Still, there are advantages in going small, too: you’ll probably find that a low-key event is easier in terms of travel and getting to the start, for instance.Races are usually advertised in local sports centres