at Runner's World for 10 years and took over the marathon schedules when Bruce Tulloh retired from writing them. Steve has run more than 60 marathons (26 Londons) and as well as holding a PB of 2:29, he has also won a British marathon title in his age group

. To absorb this shock, the body reacts in several ways, including pronating and flexing at the hip and knee. In runners with a normal footstrike, the force of impact is concentrated on the outside of the heel. The foot rolls inward (pronates) toward the arch

in the morning; it's not fast enough'. In reality, the ability to be a world-class marathon runner does in part depend on being able to absorb the training over two or three years. I don't know of any elite marathon runner who doesn't average around 100 miles a

sure I would be capable of undergoing the necessary training. I did another two halfs including the Great North Run and now had a PB of 1:47:17. At Christmas my focus switched to training for London and I used the Runners World Intermediate schedule

, quickens your stride, expands stride length, develops your cardiovascular system, enhances your running economy and can even protect your leg muscles against soreness. In short, hill running will make you a stronger, faster and healthier runner. What’s more

expected to be walking after 40 minutes at best.The knee problem hit at 35 mins but managed to run through it. Soles of feet became sore at 9-10 miles, some ankle soreness, recurring knee soreness, and by about 16 miles knees, hips and both feet were

seemed to grind to a halt. My legs felt so heavy and my hip was hurting. I had to walk but again the crowds convinced me I could keep going and got me running again.The last two miles were among the fastest I ran... I didn't run my target time but realise

grumpy. So if you’re usually lost in your own lost world when you run, it might be worth reading Too serious to smile, just for a few pointers. Spitting, hawking, gobbing, snot rockets and a nice meaty flob. Runners are a lovely bunch. The most genteel

ladies you are all so special to me. – Mini Me1Merry Christmas to you all. Special mention to the Runners Arms, the Wagon Train, Moderately Annoyed threads. And to NGL, Welsh Alex and Tickled Pink in particular for being supportive, non

am stuck between 10- and 11-minute miling. I've been running for about four weeks since stopping smoking (20-30 a day). I feel and look old as I trundle the streets. When will I start looking like a proper runner? – Hard Boiled 'eggartyFour weeks