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Five Post-Run Exercises to Boost Strength
By on 06/07/2011 12:00:00
Spend five minutes on each on these exercises post-run to get a full body workout
Bent-Over RowRest your left knee and arm on a bench, bend your right elbow and lift a dumbbell straight up. Lower. Do 15 reps per arm.
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The Science of Recovery
By Sam Murphy on 10/02/2011 10:42:44
RW puts seven recovery techniques under the microscope
, infections, fatigue and even injury - not to mention leaving you less than raring to go for your next session. Click through our slideshow to find out what works and why.
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Career Defining Moments: Usain Bolt
By on 05/07/2011 11:00:00
Chart the lighting bolt's career highs and lows
new world record times of 9.58 in the 100m and 19.19 in the 200m at the World Championships in BerlinAugust 2010: Loses the 100m in Stockholm to rival Tyson Gay - his first loss for two yearsMay 2011: After prolonged injury, Bolt wins his first 100m
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The Sex Factor: Gender in Triathlon (Preview)
By Daisy Rogers on 06/04/2011 12:08:16
Gender differences matter when it comes to triathlon training, racing or even eating
will lead to bulky muscles. But if you keep the weight low and the reps high, or find the right circuits class, you'll build strong muscles without adding bulk. "Strength training increases resistance to injury and enhances performance," says Lane. "Research
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The Sex Factor: Gender in Triathlon
By Daisy Rogers on 06/04/2011 12:35:49
Gender differences matter when it comes to triathlon training, racing or even eating
will lead to bulky muscles. But if you keep the weight low and the reps high, or find the right circuits class, you'll build strong muscles without adding bulk. "Strength training increases resistance to injury and enhances performance," says Lane
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The Busy Runner's Guide to Staying Fit
By Liz Plosser on 06/07/2011 12:00:00
Strengthen muscles and build bone density with these short workouts
-founder of the Furman Institute of Running and Scientific Training in South Carolina, US. But that can increase your risk of injury. "To stay healthy, target areas of fitness you normally don't pay attention to - like flexibility and strength," says Pierce. During
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Better Together: Run + Workout
By Liz Plosser on 20/06/2011 09:10:36
Combine two workouts and achieve greater fitness – in less time
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
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Ask The Experts: Injury Prevention with Sarah Connors
By on 23/03/2011 11:49:20
Catch the highlights from Friday's lunchtime debate, when ASICS PRO Team member and ASICS Super Six physio Ruth McKean, answered your injury questions live in the forums
successful sports injuries clinic.This spring, she joins us as the ASICS Super Six physio and is working closely with our marathon contenders as they prepare for the Paris Marathon on April 10. Follow her advice - and post your own questions - in the relevant
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TW Relay Team: James's Run Blog #3
By James Barnard on 28/06/2011 15:21:42
Confidence is low this week as 'man flu' scuppers James's training.
coughs, injuries, stomach pains) means no training.Unfortunately, this is all completely my fault. After a stag weekend in Valencia, my immune system was considerably weakened. This, followed by a flight back to London in a pressurised cabin
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Yoga for Runners: Position 2 - Arda-Chandrasana with Pada Hastasana
By Kerry McCarthy on 01/06/2011 17:27:37
behind you.6. The forwards lean. Standing with your legs and feet together. Bending forward at the waist place your hands on the floor. Bend your knees if you need to. Take a few seconds to wiggle your hips, bounce up and down and generally loosen your
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