In the past you'd have been hard-pressed to find elite runners paying attention to their abs. Today, it's practically mandatory. "It's so important. The stronger the core, the more likely you are to hold your form and less likely to get injured
that includes some lactate threshold (the point at which lactate begins to accumulate in the blood) efforts and a few 10- to 30-second effort sprints.Cut to the coreDon't burn precious time in the gym. Just target your core muscles; they'll help you stay strong
position for a runner to take in order to get rid of a stitch. A stitch is a form of spasm in the diaphragm muscle. It can be caused by a failure to warm up properly, unconditioned core muscles or even stretching caused by a bloated stomach (as might
is responsible for detoxifying the body, and helps to get waste and used metabolic material into a form in which it can be excreted or recycled. It is also responsible for glucose metabolism, bile production and storage of fat-soluble vitamins, and manufactures
and are caused by the heat that builds up from friction or pressure. "Moisturising the skin before a run may reduce friction and lower the risk of blisters forming," says Kershaw. If you're blister-prone, you could also apply a lubricant such as Vaseline
about your exercise programme is essential to guarantee a healthy pregnancy. A supportive doctor who recognises the benefits of an exercise programme will not only listen to your concerns, but should also address your individual needs, although you should never hesitate
. Happily, its usually possible to treat these conditions: an infection will respond to antibiotics, and chronic rhinitis is usually controlled by nasal steroids in the form of a spray. (Dont worry, these steroids are permissible under IAAF rules
, and as you will probably be aware, healing occurs in two stages. Initially a thickened, inflexible scar join forms with nerve endings that rebel if stretched causing pain. Only later does the scar tissue become more flexible and adapt to movement so
relative suffers, but it can begin without warning at any age. This is caused by large quantities of Immuno-globulin E (IgE) releasing histamine, which in turn triggers hay fever.Sodium cromoglicate, in the form of eye drops or nasal spray, should be used
you maintain proper form and run efficiently, even through fatigue. With strong lower abs and lower-back muscles, such as the erector spinae, it's easier to stay upright. If your core is weak, you may end up shuffling, slouching and putting too much
