with freeze-dried food at breakfast and dinner. I tried not to cross the fine line between training hard and becoming injured. I also tried to simulate the conditions I'd face in the desert, but it's hard to train for sand dunes and 40+ degree heat in central

to dry – the heat will destroy the adhesives. If they are wet, stuff them with newspaper and leave them to dry naturally," says Exley.Bargain bins might offer great shoes at a fraction of the normal price, but beware – if they are old models, it means

:17 as Loon battled against some awful stomach cramps and the heat. It was still a PB by 23 minutes for Loon, so still something positive to move forward from.Some found the heat especially tough. Vixx and Running Monkey were amongst many who struggled to make

to 40DColours black, whiteThe Insport Dritec has two layers to hold everything in its proper place at the front, but the fabric wicks well, especially at the back, so there is no problem with over-heating. It has normal hooks and eyes at the back

women's competitor ever at a World Championships when she ran the 200m heats here at the grand old age of 47. Ottey made her Worlds debut in 1983, when Ronald Reagan was President of the USA. The most impressive returnJana Rawlinson. The Australian, who

syrup offer fast-release sugar, making granola an excellent breakfast option. Roll 500g of grains, nuts and seeds in two tablespoons each of honey, vegetable oil, and maple or golden syrup. Spread the mixture over baking sheets and bake at a low heat

, bear in mind that the back markers of the race are two (unfriendly) camels - if at any point they overtake you, you are immediately disqualified.Train in the UK:It's possible that no amount of UK-based training could completely prepare you for the heat

stuff," says Rogers. "You move from a steady volume of about 60 per cent heart rate for hours at a time to explosive sessions at 80 per cent heart rate for, say, 45 minutes. The winter gives you stamina, summer gives you speed."Heat resistanceHot weather

of inflammation, such as redness or heat – and not only within the ankle, but throughout your body. There are many diseases which can affect the joints of your whole body, but which may have shown up in your ankle alone, simply because it’s an over-used area

aid. Make yourself comfortable, keep as mobile as possible but, if the pain is bad, rest in the most comfortable position. Apply an ice pack to the affected area. If anything is inflamed because of a torn muscle or torn ligament, use ice and not heat