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Forum Spotlight: The London 07 Dilemma
By Jane Hoskyn on 26/09/2006 14:53:02
To FLM or not to FLM? That is the question on the forum...
So, have you sent in your form yet? Or are you still mulling it over? If you're in the "to FLM or not to FLM?" camp, you're certainly not alone – there are hundreds of RW forum members wondering whether or not to give it a go in 2007.There's now
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Reader to Reader: Marathon overload?
By Jane Hoskyn on 15/04/2007 07:22:36
Running a half-marathon two weeks after your first marathon - laudable or foolhardy? Here's what you thought
This week's question comes from a forum member whose event schedule is looking a bit crowded..."I'm doing the Edinburgh Marathon on 27 May. It's my first marathon, and the training is going OK, though I had two weeks off due to injury. I've got it in my head that I want to do the...
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Reader to Reader: Low-Calorie Energy?
By Jane Hoskyn on 23/08/2006 16:52:03
What pre-run snacks give a boost without blowing the calorie budget?
flavour. I don't know what's in it, but it gives instant hit of energy. – Bear B.HindJelly Babies work for me as a mid-run energy boost. Used to eat the occasional mini Mars Bar during a long run, during FLM training. – Kazzaaaaah! BANANAS! – Emma Ronald
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Reader To Reader: Help, I'm Going To Be A Dad!
By Jane Hoskyn on 25/11/2006 13:12:00
Does parenthood have to get in the way of your running? Here's what you thought...
back. Also, be ready to rock n' roll as soon as you get the all clear. I'm pretty much in constant readiness to run. – Craig LlewellynWe are expecting our first little Lardy on 8 December, so I know what you're going through. I am hoping to do the FLM
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Reader to Reader: Moving on from run/walk
By Jane Hoskyn on 14/05/2007 14:26:49
Just how does a beginner break through from run/walk to run/run? Here's what you thought
This week's reader completed the London Marathon using a run/walk strategy – but she now wants to cut out the walks altogether, and it's not proving too easy. Can you offer any advice? "I'm getting really annoyed with myself. I trained for FLM using
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GNR 06: How Was It For You?
By Jane Hoskyn on 02/10/2006 14:45:07
Great atmosphere, shame about the crowded pens - here's how you rated the Great North Run
is even more candid. "The start was a disgrace and needs sorted out, perhaps as per FLM with two or three start areas and the race merging at some later point. Runner safety is not only an issue at the start but the whole way round. The GNR team need
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There's Something About Abingdon
By Jane Hoskyn on 14/08/2006 15:19:28
The Abingdon Marathon is creating quite a stir on the RW forum. What's its secret?
of the course."Flying Ant: "If you're thinking of doing a marathon and miss out on the FLM, then make this you next choice."MumOnTheRun: "It's a brilliant marathon, very well organised, a flat course, lots of forumites doing it so plenty of support. Sounds
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Reader To Reader: Running With Glasses
By Jane Hoskyn on 02/12/2006 11:46:09
One RW member wears glasses when she goes running, but the rain is proving to be a problem. Here's what you suggested...
be flipped up and these provide excellent raincover. In this year's FLM for example, I had no problem with the rain. – Mr BumpAny questions?Got a new poser or problem that you want RW members to answer? Spotted a great question on the forum? Email us
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Reader To Reader: I Want to Try a Tri
By Jane Hoskyn on 27/01/2007 11:18:00
One reader fancies having a go at a triathlon, but wants advice on kit and training. Here's what you suggested
Triathlon events have grown fast in popularity over the last couple of years, and this week's questioner is just one of many RW members thinking of giving the run/bike/swim thing a whirl..."I am a plodder (mainly 2-hour half marathons; FLM last year
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Reader To Reader: Beer before a marathon?
By Jane Hoskyn on 01/04/2007 17:55:34
How long should you leave between a booze-up and a marathon, and why? Here's what you thought
other hurt, if you're staggering a long way in a drunken state. If I were six days from the FLM, I'd be coccooned in cotton wool and bubble wrap. – cloudburstGo ahead – but fill up afterwards on water and sleepA week before my first ultra in January I
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