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Reader to Reader: Should I run through the pain?
By Catherine Lee on 31/07/2007 09:30:54
Is there any truth in the 'if it isn't hurting, it isn't working' mantra? Here's what you thought
Learning how to manage injury – and the threat of injury – is an unavoidable side-effect of being a runner, but how can you tell whether the sudden onset of pain will pass in a couple of miles or is a sign of something more serious? Is the only
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Reader to Reader: To stretch or not to stretch?
By Catherine Lee on 02/07/2007 10:30:41
How important is it to stretch? And when's the best time to do so? Here's what you thought
Having already suffered the consequences of overdoing it too soon, this week’s questioner is desperate to avoid future injury by spending time warming up before – and cooling down after – every training run. Trouble is, conflicting opinions on when
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RW 60-Second Guide: Cross-Training
By Catherine Lee on 10/09/2007 09:15:07
Wise up to the benefits of trying your hand at other sports and you could become a more efficient runner
groups and preventing injury, taking a leaf out of a triathlete’s book might just prove a surprising ticket to improved running performance.What are the benefits of cross-training?Participating in different sports boosts your cardiovascular fitness
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Reader to Reader: Running at different paces
By Catherine Lee on 14/08/2007 09:01:58
How important is it to run at different paces? Here's what you thought
) too early is a recipe for injury. Keep those copies of RW aside with the speedwork articles bookmarked. If you're still running injury-free in another six to 12 months' time, get them out and read them again. – VelociraptorTry setting distance (rather
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RW's 60-Second Guides: Tapering
By Catherine Lee on 03/04/2007 16:06:00
What to do, eat and think in the weeks before race-day
, do so with caution. It’s best to avoid undertaking any activity that could leave your muscles feeling sore or vulnerable to injury. NutritionEat well Now is not the time to count calories – your body needs energy to repair muscle tissue damaged during
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Reader to Reader: Train less, run faster?
By Catherine Lee on 11/06/2007 11:26:59
Can you improve on fewer sessions per week? Here's what you thought
’t do me any favours either. – MTritonBe realistic about your training timescaleI train with someone who averages well under three times per week, though due to injury rather than choice. Earlier this year he managed a 31:50 10K, but I'd imagine he
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