Half-marathon Looking for a tough, but satisfying endurance event? The half-marathon could be just the thing, and with ten-week, twelve-week and Garmin-ready plans, we've got a schedule for every runner. Find a half-marathon scheduleMarathon Whether you're a first-timer

what you should be looking for in the first place.Well, not any more. We sent four RW members (former competition winners, and some of our very best gear critics) a selection of the latest heart-rate monitors (ranging from £40 - £149) and asked them

is really about having fun, getting through the event and enjoying the experience. I've seen too many first-timers become intimidated by other competitors' bikes, when they should just focus on getting the best out of themselves. For what it's worth

of agony on Buzzard Bait Hill. It was worth it.All week I had heard about the race up Buzzard Bait. The veterans spoke of it in hushed tones. The first-timers like me listened intently to stories of years past. As our day to take on the hill approached

4:47:01 “...I felt as if I had my own personal fan club...” Read the full quote1827--Time: 4:47:01An amazing day, even though I'm a bit disappointed with my time. As a first-timer perhaps I shouldn't have been worried about it, but my worst moment

that was the Flora London Marathon 2003 and alongside these eager souls were many first-timers tackling their first 26.2.Concentrate now . . Ye Hippo, Ashley Smith, Timothy Rainey, Cornflakes (white cap), Norfolk Dumpling (grey cap), Evil Pixie (28), richk, Jane M

off injury and time on the bench, exercise first-timers looking to shed excess pounds once and for all – more and more people are succumbing to the tri fever currently sweeping the nation.Going For GoalsThe UK tri season runs from April to October

. Meet our fantastic five and discover how you, too, can smash your targets this spring with a little help from ASICS Target 26.2’s team of expertsCraig - First Timer“I’ve been busy trying all sorts of new things! Sam’s ‘acceleration strides’ were

, traffic-free circuit while first-timers will get a boost from excellent crowd support and a welcoming field.Sowerby Scorcher 10K (West Yorkshire, May 22)The Sowerby Scorcher is returning for only its second year, but already this race has made a big splash

, especially for first-timers. But staying organised will ease those jitters.Arrive prepared Bring everything you use during a training run: shoes, sports watch, hat, singlet, sports bra, jacket, tights etc. Then add the following items: race number (if you