-distance race. I don't agree that the treadmill does half of the work for you. If you stop running you willfall backward. You have to work your legs the same way as running outside. It's very common for beginners to run too near the front board and hit

is a great way to approach training, but you'll have to incorporate some planning if you are aiming for a half-marathon. As long as you get the long runs in, and mix it up with some shorter/faster/hillier stuff you will be fine. Listening to your legs

breakfast etc. When you've been, join the queue again! You can never go to the loo too many times before the race! – Iccle JimThink about your legs. Keep off your feet as much as possible. Take an old shirt, jacket or bin bag, anything to sit on wherever