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RW Rucksack Test
By Runner's World on 11/03/2008 22:54:38
RW tests rucksacks from Osprey, Camelbak, Deuter, Haglofs, adidas, Inov8, The North Face and Salomon
. The features are great: loads of pockets, including one for a hydration pack and stretch mesh pockets for smaller items. It has reinforced zip pulls and interconnected waist straps. The AirScape moulded back panel keeps you cool and comfy. It's a versatile
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Q+A: Should I take on more electrolytes before racing in a hot climate?
By on 23/05/2011 10:00:00
hydration strategy. Other factors that affect sweat loss include the type of activity and the intensity of exercise.It's not possible to prescribe a fluid- replacement plan to meet everyone's needs but an easy way to estimate your needs is by weighing
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My 2004 London Marathon
By GL on 21/04/2000 14:32:12
How was it for you? - Quotes and pictures from London 04
weeks and months - I faithfully followed the training schedules and articles on hydration and fuelling - I had no problems and didn't even hit the wall! The best moment - realising that I have raised over £2250 for my charities - SeeSaw in Oxford and Ty
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Race-day disasters! (Preview)
By Selene Yeager on 03/04/2013 12:38:12
We runners are planners. We pick races, plot strategies and work hard for weeks, months, years, to hit our goals.
strategies to avoid asthma attacks, gut distress, hitting the wall and over-hydration in the full article.Subscribers can view the rest of Race day disasters in the full article. Not a magazine subscriber? Subscribe online now to make a significant saving
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Too Much Water Can Kill You!
By Amby Burfoot on 08/07/2003 17:00:54
Water: the risks, the research and the truth about overhydration
hydration needs. Heres the most interesting and useful stuff that I learnt.Hydration And Your HealthThe eight glasses myth Most adults at least those that read the health pages of newspapers or magazines have come to believe that they should drink eight
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Q+A: How far in advance should I practise my race nutrition strategy?
By on 14/07/2011 12:00:00
, find out what gels and drinks will be available to you on race day and try them out.Racing overseasOther considerations will come into play if you are travelling abroad to race, such as how food and hydration strategies change with the climate, what
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Sweat Surrender
By Alison Hamlett and Michael Donlevy on 09/08/2010 12:19:44
Your body temperature and the amount you sweat can have a major impact on your performance. Here’s why it happens – and how you can stay cool as things heat up
. If you over-hydrate, you dilute the sodium in your body, which can lead to hyponatraemia and, in extreme cases, death."Acclimatise yourselfIt's important to become used to racing conditions, even if it's a sprint race in a UK heat wave rather than
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Race Nutrition Explained
By on 18/11/2009 13:44:17
With the right race-day nutrition you can avoid disaster and maximise performance
. With hydration and nutrition there are dangers in both taking on too much and too little. The key is careful preparation and knowing what you need on the day."For races up to about one hour you shouldn't need anything as long as you go into them properly hydrated
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Q+A: Why do I feel nauseous after racing?
By Nick Critchley on 09/09/2000 10:02:10
Our experts answer real-life questions
. Palpitations and mild tremors are also not uncommon, but as blood-sugar levels return to normal the feeling usually passes. Prevention is usually found in adequate pre-exercise nutrition and hydration, and the use of energy drinks while running instead of water
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RW Test: Backpacks
By Kerry McCarthy on 07/05/2010 15:47:23
Running to work can help save you time and beat stress. Here's our guide to the best kit-carrying backpacks
'll need during your day.Extras Does it have a hydration cell, extra pockets and compartments - and how accessible are they?
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