sunscreen, your mobile and the car keys. A running rucksack is too big, so too are many of the bladder-based drinks systems and, while it could do the job, a traditional waist pack is not very practical. The answer you're searching for is a fuel belt

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-in bottle holder.Contact www.scienceinsport.com; 01254 246 060Ironman Fuel Belt – £13.99Quite a few runners find one large drink bottle, even in a handy ‘holster’, extremely irritating to train or race with. A fuel belt like this one provides a decent

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Recovering from a run is just as important as fueling for the next. By taking a recovery drink after you exercise you’ll speed up muscle repair, rehydrate and give your immune system a boost. Research suggests that a combination of carbohydrate

to fuel your run without blowing the diet. Common Q+AsRW experts answer your common weight-loss questions. Am I too heavy for my height? How can I spread my weight loss? When is the best time to burn calories? Does a faster runner burn more calories

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like the social pressure of knowing that a friend or a group is waiting for you to make you head out the door. It's also often more fun than running alone, especially if you're doing a long run or speedwork.Try something newThe fitness world is full

that Runner's World said that it's better to lose a few minutes than to feel uncomfortable, go and get it out of your mind - that is good advice I didn't follow.Philip Bosworth, 4:21 My first marathon, and I loved every minute. In training I ran as far as 20