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Q+A: Leg-length discrepancy causes me knee pain...
By Martin Haines on 09/09/2000 10:02:10
Our experts answer real-life questions
, and stretching exercises. What else can I do, and when can I start running again?A Leg-length discrepancies are often a major factor in knee pain because your body will try to compensate for them. If one leg is longer youll try to shorten it by flattening
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Q+A: I have back spasms after my first marathon...
By Andrew Caldwell on 09/09/2000 10:02:10
Our experts answer real-life questions
and stretched. Another possibility is a leg-length discrepancy. This alters the whole biomechanical balance of the body, not just the balance below the pelvis. This can be fairly easily addressed with a small heel raise, which can be prescribed by a podiatrist
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Four Top Swim Drills
By on 04/06/2010 08:28:31
Prepare for your first - or next - triathlon with four of our favourite efficiency-boosting swim drills
forward in the water.Superman kickSwimming with one arm ahead of you and one arm to your side, propel yourself for a length with only your kick. Focus on being horizontal in the water, keeping a soft leg and kicking from the hips.FistsAs it sounds, swim a
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Advanced Triathlon Training Schedule
By on 13/06/2006 10:06:22
Follow our 12 week triathlon training programme
hard, 1M easy; or speed session (eg 4 x 1K with 200m jog recoveries) RUN 1M easy, 3-4M hard, 1M easy; or speed session (eg 10-12 x 400m with 200m jog recoveries) RUN 1M easy, 4M fartlek, 1M easy Wed SWIM 16-20 x 1 length steady, with 10
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Q+A: Will lower-back scoliosis stop my running?
By Martin Haines on 09/09/2000 10:02:10
Our experts answer real-life questions
at the lumbo-sacral disc level, a muscle imbalance or a leg-length discrepancy (or both) would most likely cause the scoliosis. If so, theres no reason you shouldnt be able to continue running once the problem has been resolved.Muscle imbalances can be caused
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Swim Secrets (Preview)
By on 31/03/2010 15:36:48
Taking to the open water can be daunting; here's how to feel at home (non-subscriber preview)
to be in alignment, reducing the risk of injury as well as making your legs sit nearer to the water surface, reducing drag.Drill: Swim one length with a high head (goggles just below the water surface) and feel where your legs are. On the next length drop your head a
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Gear Pick: dounlimited Women's Sheer Performance Tights
By Lucy Trevallion on 28/11/2012 12:46:00
, they didn’t chafe and the lower leg grip kept the cool wind off my ankles. The elastic waist band is comfortable on your hips and the tights don’t ride up or lose elasticity at all. With pink, gold, orange and green colours, plus a shorter capri length
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Swim Secrets
By Simon Murie on 31/03/2010 15:25:50
Taking to the open water can be daunting; here's how to feel at home
to be in alignment, reducing the risk of injury as well as making your legs sit nearer to the water surface, reducing drag.Drill: Swim one length with a high head (goggles just below the water surface) and feel where your legs are. On the next length drop your head a
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Open Questions
By Simon Murie on 24/06/2010 16:10:56
For many triathletes, especially those who are new to the sport, the swim is the most daunting part of the race. But you can develop the skills you need to tackle the open water.
to be in alignment, reducing the risk of injury as well as making your legs sit nearer to the water surface, reducing drag.Drill: Swim one length with a high head (goggles just below the water surface) and feel where your legs are. On the next length drop your head a
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On Test: Tri Suits
By Alison Hamlett and Steven Seaton on 27/11/2009 16:52:53
for protection on the bike leg and they are all made from either Lycra or elasticated polyester that is both quick-drying and wicks well.Where you’ll find differences is in the design and cut of the suit, the position and length of the zip, the presence of rear
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