again, but I've heard that you shouldn't return to running until you're fully fit. I know this isn't exactly the most pressing health issue in running, but, as a newbie to the sport, I want to do it right. I'm also hopelessly addicted and don't want

UAN: Article type:--Knowledge is power, in running as in any other pursuit. The more you know about training, nutrition and health, the better you’ll be at getting the most from your running, whether that means fitness, weight loss, great race

in reasonably good shape and take the following precautions.Stay cool Avoid exerting yourself in hot, humid environments. As your temperature rises during exercise, so does your baby's. And if your baby's temperature rises too much, his or her health might

Cranking up the intensity is the best way to take your running to the next level. It’s also an effective way to burn extra calories and shed body fat. A 68kg runner who picks up the pace from eight and a half minutes per mile to seven minutes per mile, for example, burns about 1...

a gait problem when I get tired. I roll my feet around more and hold my toes rigid, anticipating an uneven foot fall. Core strength exercises have helped me run more evenly. The fledgling new toenail is in good health! – Stewart Macbride

want to bring a discussion back to life, don't be shy: just add a new message at the end of it. Alternatively, start a new thread on the beginner forum. HEALTH AND INJURY FOR BEGINNERSBack hurts!Blisters - help!Breathing problems - is there a technique

the load, and recovery/rest. So you may need complete rest days. For a fast race time, science says to taper. But I know loads of people who don't and still get good times. – Captain SnaxDon't damage your healthWhat drives you to run or exercise every day

needs. Here’s how to deal with the most common post-marathon ailments, how to combat the blues and, of course, top advice on when and how to resume running. Health and NutritionMuscle SorenessDelayed onset muscle soreness (DOMS) can begin eight or more

cause nervousness that prevents sleep. You need to take it regularly to really see the benefit; go to a health store and get the proper stuff. Magnesium-rich foods include kelp, wheat bran, almonds, cashews, blackstrap molasses and brewer's yeast

'm convinced that if I'd been doing some strength work all those years, I wouldn't have had to stop running. – nhojsllihThis month's Mens Health has a free book about training at home. It's worth a read, and at £3.50 it's cheaper than joining a gym