the joints out of place, especially if the muscles and ligaments are cold and not particularly pliable. I know that if I’m stretching properly I’m less likely to have problems.” Watts is managing to average 40 miles a week as he trains for an autumn marathon

.co.ukThe Flexerciser (£55) can be set at any angle between four and 16 degrees. Stand on it, and it gently stretches and strengthens your calf muscles and Achilles tendon. Alternatively, try a Wobbleboard (from £20) to exercise the muscles and ligaments around your

every five to 15 minutes. Kick some grass Elite tweak The Journal of Applied Physiology reports that running on softer surfaces can lead to up to 29 per cent more leg stiffness, making workouts on grass a great way to strengthen tendons and ligaments

parts of the body - the nerves, the muscles, the veins, the ligaments, the internal organs - to their maximum without causing injury. The heated room obviously makes you sweat heavily, which helps to flush away toxins and impurities and improve

knee ligament while skiing in February this year, my running has been a disaster. It's just never really got back on track, and I'm returning to Cyprus at least a minute/mile slower and a stone heavier than before - and with even more nerves because I

such as muscle, tendons, ligaments and bone. The flesh contains vitamin C, and the skin is rich in potassium and magnesium.

produces the hormone relaxin, which relaxes joints and ligaments. Loose joints and ligaments can make you more susceptible to injury, and the gradual widening of your hips will change your biomechanics and make your feet more likely to overpronate (roll

, you are giving yourself a chance to prepare your body for hot conditions. Read James Dean's blog as an example of how Bikram yoga has helped.Q. I've heard that the heat required for Bikram yoga can allow people to overextend their muscles and ligaments

are the definitive way to build endurance; strengthening the heart, the legs and the ligaments in the process. They also burn fat and boost confidence. Sounds good? It certainly does, but be cautious. If the longest you are used to running for is 30 minutes

on your muscles, ligaments and tendons. They can get used to the impact at low speed before you pick up the pace.Your training runs will feel more comfortable and you're less likely to be sore the next day, so you can add to your training volume more