Q Ive recently taken up running, after losing 115lbs in 18 months and giving up smoking after 25 years. Ive been running for about 20 minutes every morning for four months, but my goals are to build this up to 45 minutes, five times per week
UAN:265 Article type:++add book link at top++ -->This is adapted from the book, Eat Smart, Play Hard, by RW USA Nutrition Editor Liz Applegate. While they may not be found in the supplement aisle of your local supermarket or health food store, some
Age: 33 Job activity level: Lecturer and mother of two small children; active during the day, with little time spent sitting down. Marathon history: One marathon (2008) Goal: sub-4:30 Current PB: 5
The Day BeforeYour goals for the day before your race are to top up your glycogen stores, stay well hydrated and avoid any pitfalls that may jeopardise your performance the next day. Graze Eat little and often throughout the day. Choose high
."Unwanted Weight Gain There is a mental and psychological component to the off-season that should not be underestimated: the body goes from being focused and having an immediate goal to an empty calendar, and that can lead to unwanted weight gain, which can affect
Age: 43 Job activity level: Driving fork-lift trucks (not active) Marathon history: 12 marathons over the last three years Goal: sub-3:00 Current PB: 3:02 Height: 1.77m Current Weight: 73kg
Age: 36 Job activity level: Two to three days per week in an office; other days more active with children and household chores Marathon history: 2 marathons (2007 and 2008) Goal: 3:15 Current PB: 3
Age: 45 Job activity level: Works in a shop so on his feet all day Marathon history: Six marathons over a 25-year period Goal: 4:00 Current PB: 4:14:27 Height: 1.75m Current Weight: 77kg. Rob
to maintain a consistent eating routine.Aim for 400g (about 1600 calories) as a daily goal – more if your mileage is high, or you eat over 2500 calories a day. To work out a daily average, keep track of your carbohydrate servings for two or three days in a row
marathon goal? "I want to run under three hours but it is getting harder – time and age being two main factors." Then there is the challenge of fending off the charge from the next generation of Roux. "I have started doing sprint and speed sessions with my
