Tri idiots (heroes) need a complete rest day because we need our arms for bike and swimming. But if you're marathon only, and you're not weight training your legs, upper body training shouldn't be an issue. If you were complaining of fatigue

chance to wave at your fellow competitors and this time you’ll be the heroes – as you approach the City Pride pub, you’ll see runners who are up to three miles behind you. The route becomes congested for a while through the twisty bits past the 244m tall

, June 22) Celebrate the legacy of inspirational runner and fundraising hero, Jane Tomlinson, by joining 12,000 runners in next year’s commemorative Leeds 10K. Taking in all of Leeds’ iconic landmarks, the race promises an atmosphere and camaraderie

:44, Incurable Mad Hero, 5:49, Ellisrh, 5:40, Peter Iles-Smith, 5:33, Wotsit, 5:08, Mrs. Mac, 5:11, Michelle Beattie, 5:02, MissKizzy, 5:30, Micky-Ives, 5:14, Philippa Perry, 6:10, Giselle Smith, 5:10, Tess Burrows, 5:56, Tony Davies, 5:38, Slowgrey & bandy, 5

for this raucous tour of South Shields, and just revel in this much-loved race's unique atmosphere. Described by one runner as '13.1 miles of party', all 54,000 runners are treated to a hero's welcome from the community - local people pour out onto the streets

heading towards number three? I blame helping out at Mudchute! I remember taking photos of the elite runners as they zoomed past and then four or five hours later, taking photos of the real heroes, those who were hobbling past with pain on their faces

(the Ironman brand owner) has successfully marketed the race to ensure that anyone with enough determination can swim, bike and run the same course as their heroes. It has become an inclusive, welcoming event.Newsom says that triathlon, and Ironman

acceptable way to measure road races.Schweppes Abbey Well Water, the official water of the London 2012 Games, has chosen Hugh as one of its official Unsung Heroes of London 2012. Comedian Steve Williams visited Hugh to give him the good news, and have a go

Mo Farah has long been one of Britain's most talented distance runners, but his stunning 5,000 and 10,000m victories at the European Championships this summer have cemented his position as an athletics hero.After becoming the first British man

hero. You'll be running 30 minutes non-stop within eight weeks - perfect preparation for starting our Get-You-Round 16-week schedule come January.In the meantime, if you're in need of advice, a pick-me-up or just a good natter, join spring marathoners