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Top 10 Running Surfaces
By Marc Bloom and Steve Smythe on 01/06/2002 14:29:22
Not all running surfaces are created equal - we've rated the top 10, from asphalt to woodland
location and youll vary your session, because of the different impacts involved and the stresses which make their way up to your joints. In the summer, when I run mainly on grass, my whole body seems to relax, said two-time world indoor champion Marcus O
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40 Best Injury and Health Tips - From The Forum
By Runner's World on 14/06/2005 12:41:16
Last time we checked there were over 8500 threads in the Health + Injury folder, with over 388354 forum posts. Here are some of the highlights
, and that works for me too. See full threadRun on grassShattered Shins - Don't underestimate the value of grass - as I did for several months. When someone said they'd run with me on grass - just to overcome my prejudice, I think - I couldn't believe how much
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The Solid Mile
By Sean Fishpool and Steve Smythe on 06/05/2000 09:54:06
4- to 6-days-a-week 4-week mile schedules
Standfirst: 4- to 6-days-a-week mile schedulesAuthor: Sean Fishpool and Steve SmythePics:Issue date: aug01 /panelKeywords:uan64--4-6 days/week MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT SUNWEEK 1 Rest or 25-35 mins slow 10 x 100m strides around mile pace, on grass
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Asparagus and prawn stir-fry
By on 13/04/2011 16:58:55
Get a taste of Thailand with this light and seasonal dish
grass, bashed and finely chopped 4 kaffir lime leaves, sliced 4 tbsp fish sauce (nam pla) 1.5 tbsp light muscovado sugar 1 tbsp vegetable oil 10 raw king prawns, shells off 1 onion, cut into thick slices 1 red chilli, finely chopped 3 cloves
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Salomon X-A Pro GTX £89.99
By Runner's World on 09/10/2000 15:44:27
. The key to the shoe is the Gore-Tex upper, which has all the advantages and flaws of other fully waterproof, breathable uppers. They are fine when running through wet grass or if there is moisture in the air, but a disaster if the water comes over the top
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Ground Rules
By Sam Murphy on 29/07/2010 12:40:28
Tired of tramping over Tarmac? There are plenty of other running surfaces to tackle, to banish boredom and benefit your body. Here’s how to get the best out of them.
is significantly greater than running on grass, says the Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport.A high energy demand, coupled with a low-impact surface makes the beach a challenging terrain, and involves subtle differences in technique and muscle recruitment
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Asics Gel Verdict £64.99
By Runner's World on 17/06/2000 09:09:16
, though its cushioning means its best on grass.Try it on if you liked Asics Gel DS Lyte (£70); Adidas Taper RC (£65); New Balance 730 (£50)
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Fast tweaks: Four ways to shake up your schedule
By Dave Kuehls & Ruth Emmett on 21/08/2009 08:28:10
Elites get stronger by mixing up proven training principles. Why shouldn't you?
every five to 15 minutes. Kick some grass Elite tweak The Journal of Applied Physiology reports that running on softer surfaces can lead to up to 29 per cent more leg stiffness, making workouts on grass a great way to strengthen tendons and ligaments
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The Alternative RW Mile Schedule
By Joe Dunbar on 06/05/2002 09:46:27
An adjustable 2- and 4-week schedule for faster runners
slowFour-week scheduleDo each weeks days in any order within a hard-easy pattern. DAY 1 DAY 2 DAY 3 DAY 4 DAY 5 DAY 6WEEK 1 8-10M run Pace A (3 x 5 mins on grass) 4-7M recuperation run Pace B (12 x 400m on the track) 4-7M recuperation run Pace C
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RW's Sub-60 10-Mile Schedule
By Bruce Tulloh on 06/05/2000 13:16:21
A classic 8-week schedule
or 25 mins easySat Warm up, 16 x 400m at 5K pace, with 75 sec recoveriesSun 10 miles easy, off-roadTOTAL: 45-48 milesWeek TwoMon 6 miles easy fartlek, on grassTue 6-7 miles steadyWed Warm up, 5-6 x 1 mile at 10K pace with 3 min recoveries, warm
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