into the same patterns year in, year out; running the same races, chipping away at the same PBs and getting frustrated by recurring injuries. That’s why we think 2012 should be the year to break the cycle.We’ve assembled a team of running heavyweights full

'. And there's no better time to do so than during autumn and winter, so you'll be primed for next year's race season.The confidence gameConfidence comes from the belief that you can do what you are about to do. It's based in part on the training you have put

an interest with you and who understands what motivates you is an essential part of any relationship.”Personal Trainer - Louise JordanPersonal trainer for three years with her own studio – smithsyardstudio.co.uk. premier international Training qualified

1. If it’s tough enough for the pros, it’s good enough for you“Spring is the time of year when the first races are not too far off and we need to control our pace, as well as know what paces we can perform at. Both sessions here address these points

internal dialogue - strong, powerful and positive commands work better, like "Keep on going." Similarly, don't start a race with negative thoughts. If you do, you're pre-programming your unconscious mind and setting yourself up for a fall. Change your

years," says Hancock. "So it isn't so much the technical stuff - much of which is fairly familiar - more the buzz on who's doing what, how international races differ and particularly the interviews, which I enjoy for their depth, variety and insight

the problem in future and give you the confidence to keep going.2. Set your own goals and have alternatives"You need a goal for each race, and you also need alternative goals in case things don't go to plan," says British international Stuart Hayes.Hayes talks

string of enviable road race times have earnt her the title of premier LV65 (Ladies Veteran 65+) over 10K, 5K and half-marathon in the UK.Three months from now she will be toeing the line in Italy for the World Masters Track and Field Championships, where

to be to compete at international level. Unlike its constituent sports, progress in triathlon is hard to measure by comparing times over fixed distances. Every event is unique. Even if two races have exactly equivalent distances, they will most likely have

will get from the time off. Even the most dedicated runner can afford to have one rest day every two weeks, and I recommend that you should have one easy week out of every four; the easy week should usually come when you are racing at the end of the week