, faster runner and learning a lot more about running in general. Hopefully, Nick’s input will also help prevent me from getting injured during such a long period of training.I’ll be happy with anything under four hours, though with the wind at my back I

, quickens your stride, expands stride length, develops your cardiovascular system, enhances your running economy and can even protect your leg muscles against soreness. In short, hill running will make you a stronger, faster and healthier runner. What’s more

running? Can my cycling replace my running? -->Will cross-training improve my endurance?What can I do to tone up my legs?How can I flatten my stomach? -->Can bike sessions replace running and still make you a better runner? -->Can my cycling help my

in the morning; it's not fast enough'. In reality, the ability to be a world-class marathon runner does in part depend on being able to absorb the training over two or three years. I don't know of any elite marathon runner who doesn't average around 100 miles a

off my pace from then on, but never managed to get back on track. My hamstring was hurting and there was just nothing in my legs. Even concentrating on my effort levels (rather than pace) - it just felt hard all the way round. If I’m honest