keen to hear from anyone who has run close to or under three hours for the marathon on three runs a week. What level of success have people had with this type of 'minimalist' approach to training?" – it's time for a changeYour best answersWork hard

and people around you).Anaerobic exercise such as weight-training has also been proven to give runners increased strength, speed, and core stability.When and how hard should I cross-train?If you’re new to the field of cross-training, take this advice on board

if you're feeling good. If you train everyday or most days, you can run out of fuel unless you manage it carefully. You can't restore your glycogen fully just by eating and sleeping day after day if you train hard and often, so you need to organise a

train at a slow pace, you will get used to running at an easy pace. It’s then more difficult to run hard in a race if you have not tried it in training. – Colin WattsFitting in the fast stuff is easier than you might thinkThis question used to puzzle

history It depends how hard you trained in your 20s as to whether PBs over 35 are possible. If you did 80 miles a week in your 20s (with speedwork etc.) you have no chance unless you're now doing 100-plus miles a week! Most mortals get into running later

Running less in the weeks prior to a race is scientifically proven to lead to better performances. Known as tapering, this period of decreased training allows your mind and body time to recover from months of hard training so they are in prime

, but if you have a headache or feel nauseous you should have more. After hard sessions, especially if you plan to train again the next day, think about having a recovery drink. The carbohydrate-protein ratio of these drinks will speed up muscle repair

is joining a running club as I do my hill training with them. The camaraderie really keeps me going. The only other thing I would say – echoing the thoughts of others here – is slow down for them. If you push too hard you won't enjoy it and will give up. You

Running on roads can be quite a shock to the system if you’re not used to it,as this week’s questioner has just discovered. Disappointed in his performance and struggling to see past this temporary setback, can you offer him practical training

haven't run for months. They would relish the chance to race. – NamasteRe-size your set-back within the bigger picture I too had an awful half-marathon result recently - running much slower than I expected after six hard months of training. I was so