K-Swiss Men's Kwicky Blade-Light (£80)Kerry says: This is my own shoe of choice – which means if you're like me (average weight; need a sturdy but unobtrusive heel; love responsiveness and low weight; prefer neutral construction with plenty

on the floor, lightly hold onto your heels so your thumbs are on the outside and fingers are touching.2. Slowly, with your chin tucked into your chest, round your spine and place your forehead as close to your knees as you can and the top of your head

Adidas Adizero Adios 2 Men's Running Shoes (SS12), £85.00Kerry says: Tis the season for 5 and 10K races and the need for speed is upon us.I’ve chosen this minimalist shoe as it is the (self-proclaimed) world’s fastest flat racing shoe and has been

X-Socks Run Performance Socks (£11.50)Kerry says: Protect your Achilles tendon with these performance socks with heel and toe cushioning and support.With a specific sock for right and left foot, you'll have the benefit of a glove-like fit. The ankle

of life in the Big Smoke. It's a frantic, elbow-jabbing, spit-dodging, heel-trampling dash through the financial centre of London. Think every man and woman for themselves - don't bother with the niceties. And this is precisely why it's so enjoyable

Nike Free Run+ 3 Women's Running Shoes (SS12), £80.00Kerry says: Research has shown (well, straw polls conducted at RW towers from time to time) that women are more concerned with the aesthetics of their running kit than men. While men need

hands to shoulder level.HeelsThese should come off the floor and travel high in an arc towards the bum, almost flicking it, before travelling through to the front.

Shoe Lab tested the shoes for heel and forefoot cushioning, and flexibility - Runner's World is still the only publication in the world to test shoes this way. Every shoe in this guide has also been put through its paces by RW staffers along with our

on the floor, knees slightly apart and bum resting on heels. (If you can't manage this kneel back as far as you can and rest your hands on the floor to support your weight).2. Move your feet apart (tops of feet resting on the floor and toes pointing backwards

your right foot flat on the floor on the left hand side of your left knee so that your right heel and left knee are touching.3. Line the right hand up behind the back and place your right palm on the floor close to the base of your spine