When survival depends on personal fitness, it is imperative that the British military personnel are kept at their physical peak. Running plays a big part in army aerobic training, and interval training is key in keeping our troops combat-ready.There's certainly no slacking when i...
provides plenty of resistance for a workout that improves your strength, stamina and aids fat loss.How?1. Stand with your feet just under shoulder width apart, bend your knees and reach down and place hands on the floor. You should be sitting on your heels
Year's resolutions is by no means uncommon. Researchers at the University of Hertfordshire conducted a year-long study of 3,000 people and discovered that less than 30 per cent managed to stick to goals of losing weight or improving their fitness
do you need to train a week to see improvement? Our panel of five beginners reveal how they took their first tentative steps - and how to pick up the pace.Getting StartedIf you're already quite active you could head out for a slowish run straight away
championships and getting as many medals as I can.Q. As the British record holder, what tips would you give for people trying to improve their 5K PB?A. Nothing comes easy. You have to be willing to work hard and put in the miles. Work hard, focus and enjoy it. A
, which boost speed by exploiting gravity as well as your muscles.But you needn't be baffled by your body - sit down for 60 seconds and discover how simple activities can improve your running technique.Standing tallGood posture is key to efficient running
and where I was going wrong. I left the Championships knowing where I need to improve because obviously next year is going to be a huge step up in standards.You trained with Mo before the Championships. How do you balance competing against each other
resolutions found only 28 per cent succeeded in losing weight and 29 per cent improved their fitness. Be part of the determined minority and switch to a healthier lifestyle today.Weight-loss triggerDeciding to lose weight can be prompted by many different
to medal there.What tips can you give on how to improve your running?Train hard, eat right and get plenty of rest and recovery. Follow a sensible training plan and don't over train. Listen to your body's symptoms; if you feel like your body will be injured
intensify my running MTSS will return, until I strengthen my legs with a series of specific exercises and get some orthotics. Leon has recommended I practice single leg squats and I could balance on a wobble board to improve my ankle strength.I should
