while I defended my decision to move to the country. They even waited for the dog while he sexually assaulted a golden retriever in the long grass – a weekly occurrence throughout my long association with the geriatric wing of the Harriers. It was a
into injury. Don't add more than two or three miles a week (or 10 per cent, whichever is greater).The surface you run on makes a huge difference to the impact your body absorbs. Try to do at least half your running on grass or off-road trails. Also, get your
on a soft surface, such as grass, if you can(Plus: be consistent. Five or six weeks of modest weekly speed sessions will make a noticeable difference. Two weeks of macho nonsense and a month off won't.)Still pushed for time? Five key articles to print
Tarmac, bridle paths, grass and plenty of mud; great organisation meant the race ran smoothly and the marshals were some of the most vocal around. Enter online now.5. Chippenham Half-MarathonWiltshire, September 12 This is one of those races
on chipping away at your PB. Pick from either one (5K) or two (10K) pancake-flat laps around the reservoir over a mixture of grass and track. If you're coming straight from work, the excellent race HQ at Datchet Water Sailing Club offers refreshments, changing
stations throughout and a variety of surfaces (soft, gravel, trail, grass). I received my best goody bag yet and if you’re a medal collector, you’ll bag a really nice one.” hektoria runsFind out moreForest of Dean, May 26Known as the ‘Queen of Forests
the Serpentine), with very few runners blocking the way. But I was finding it very hard. My pace was good, but I was struggling with it and had nothing in me to smile or wave to any spectators. And some sections over the grass were run on platforms, which bounced
or on grass. It will help strengthen the muscles in your lower legs and feet."Subscribers can view more off-road duathlon advice in the full article. If you'd like to subscribe, you can make a significant saving on the newsstand price by subscribing online now.
help. Avoid gradients and run on soft, level surfaces like grass or trails.Always ice the affected area after you run or cycle. Gently stretch the affected area with one or two stretches. Hold each stretch for 15 to 30 seconds. And check your running
or smooth grass rather than roads. Think of running as a way to explore new territory. Use your watch to gauge your distance, and set out on a new adventure each time you run. Talk to other runners about the routes they run. The more varied your routes
