boost your confidence. Remember to run frequently, rest when your schedule says to or when you’re tired, eat and drink well and surround yourself with positive people.General TrainingDo I need to run more than 13 miles in training? To complete the half

can make to your physical and mental fitness. After six months I ramped up the running. I had no weight gain this time and was generally a lot happier. – Andrew RIt is all about compromise. Mr Tweety is not a runner, but he tells me to go out for a run

*llocking, because there was nowhere near enough rest in there. It's fine to do the mileage, but your body only actually improves when you rest. This will be so hard for you, because you will feel like you are slacking, but if you change the way you train

across the finish line. I’m astounded at how much I’ve improved in just five months and at the disciplined runner I’ve become. Using the invaluable knowledge gleaned from the ASICS PRO Team, my next marathon target is an unbelievable 2:45. (Updated

beginner, Craig is improving on a steep upward curve. Scheduling in those practice races has been a great way to stay motivated and make sure he sticks to the plan.” Meanwhile, at times, busy runner Emma (sub-4:15 target) has found it tough to juggle

highly rewarding!) series of 26 postures and breathing exercises practised in a heated room. Practising Bikram Yoga can help with injuries and weight loss, reduces blood pressure, improves posture, eases back pain and relaxes the body and mind. Each

. I cried with happiness at the finish, so I feel like I've got to do it one more time, if only for a decent photo! I'm looking forward to the support and general nattering on the forum, and us Super Sixers feel like a bunch of mates already. Those

Sanderson, who ran for Great Britain in the World Championships marathon in Athens.Make you faster. “Increase your long run from six miles to 12 – change nothing else – and you will improve your 10K time,” says Galloway.How long?“When I started running

my first 10K a few weeks ago in 40.38. I’d love to know how your times have improved over your running years, from your first to your current PB, just to give myself realistic goals I suppose. Jay F Your first 10K time is pretty impressive. I

wouldn't do a 25-30 mile run every weekend and feel fine the next day. – debboYou can't compare them except in terms of general exercise in a given HR zone for a certain time. You can't say "OK I have done 50 miles of cycling so that gives me 'x' miles