much oxygen they can take in, but how efficiently they can use it when barrelling along at race pace. This is known as your 'running economy'.To some extent running economy is genetic, but it can be improved. Early in Paula Radcliffe's career, she

After a long run or race, your legs, back and shoulders can feel very tight. Practising a few simple restorative yoga poses can help you regain your range of motion, reduce the swelling in your legs and improve blood circulation to  help speed your

Tempo workouts, speedwork, long runs, not to mention work, family and life in general... how can a runner fit it all in? One time-efficient solution: combo workouts, which blend elements of quality runs to make the most of every minute you have

seconds of walking lunges.You've got...45 minutesYou should: Do an envelope run, body-weight resistance training and stretchingAdding flexibility work increases range of motion, which decreases injury risk and improves alignment, says Pierce.Here's how