beginner looking for reassurance, the total beginner’s quick guide to running should reassure you, and if you’re a regular runner already, what are you waiting for? Dive in to our hundreds of training articles!GearTriathlon is undoubtedly a sport

? what first?Shoes - decent trainers - help?Shoes - for heavy runnersShoes - how do I clean them?Shoes - too tight?SEE OUR FULL 'BEST OF THE GEAR FORUM' INDEX TRAINING FOR BEGINNERSChildren and your runningComplete beginner - all advice and goals welcome

technique and all that gear. That's why we've put together this triathlon training guide for runners. Whether your goal is to do your first triathlon or just improve your running through cross-training, these expert tips will help you reach any finish line

speed, measured in RPM (revolutions per minute).Carbon fibre Strong but light material, from which many (top-end) bikes are now made.Cassette Gear selection system. Century A 100-mile bike ride.Circuit resistance training A circuit of various weights

+A: When should I start running outside? Even newcomers to the sport are sure to enjoy the sense of freedom trail running offers - here's how to ease the transition for those more accustomed to running on a treadmill. Gear: Off-Road Shoes Our

, increase your urine output (cold-induced diuresis) and, along with additional layers of clothing (particularly waterproof gear), can lead to significant sweat losses. Sweat losses of as much as one litre per hour are not uncommon when training in the cold

-weather runner, grab our troubleshooting guide to running year-round.I'm reluctant to run in the dark – what can I do?Try to run in your lunch breaks. Otherwise, make sure you run in well-lit areas, wear reflective gear and be alert to your surroundings. If lack

and is in good working order. Something simple, such as the gears working properly, can make a huge difference to your enjoyment and speed. You must wear a helmet on race day so make sure that yours fits well and feels comfortable.It is not essential to have

.GET AHEADChange gears early – you’ll probably want a lower gear for hills. If it’s tough, try a set of revs while sitting, then a set out of the saddle. Breaking it up can help psychologically and physically.SHOE DOWNComing to the bottom of your downward push

At some point early on, a beginner learns that 99.9 per cent of runners are pleasant, helpful people.This realisation usually dawns when a beginner meets a veteran at a race or on a training run, and theveteran starts sharing his or her enthusiasm