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The Runner's Survival Guide
By Martha Schindler on 16/05/2005 16:11:04
There are many physical challenges on the run. Here's how to keep them to a minimum
or those who are pushing themselves to run further or faster than usual. They often occur when food or drink in your stomach pulls down on the ligaments that attach your stomach to your diaphragm. This causes your diaphragm, which controls your breathing
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The Imponderables
By Edward Gibbes on 23/02/2006 14:41:14
Since the dawn of time The Runner has been struggling to break free from the grip of the questions that will not die
with is precisely what causes the pain. In his seminal Lore Of Running, Dr Tim Noakes says that the most plausible theory is that the liver and other organs are connected to the diaphragm by ligaments, and that as the diaphragm rises when we breathe in, the liver
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No-Nonsense Nutrients
By Liz Applegate on 05/06/2002 19:32:37
When it comes to negotiating the nutritional minefield, there are just 10 essentials that will keep you running fit
of – literally. Every part of the body contains protein, from muscles, blood and the immune system to tendons, ligaments, skin and hair. Sedentary people need 50-70g of protein a day to keep them going, while runners need a good 25-50 per cent more than
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Fast Legs, Firm Abs
By Kelly Pate Dwyer on 03/09/2007 10:00:13
Outdoor cross-training circuits will make you a stronger, fitter runner - no gym required
that strengthening the muscles and ligaments adds stability and power to a runner’s stride, and it can mean the difference between staying on the road and being sidelined by an injury.That doesn’t mean you have to stay inside on a beautiful day. Outdoor circuit
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Christmas Gift Guide 2008
By Runner's World on 09/12/2008 09:17:07
Whether your budget is £2 or £200, find the perfect present for the runner in your life in our Christmas gift guide (of course, you could print it out, highlight what you want and leave it somewhere strategic too...).
, this triggers a series of responses from the body, which makes it work harder without the strain that static weights place on ligaments or tissue. The set also includes a DVD and a wall chart of exercises.Good for: home work-outs Finis SwiMP3 v2, £99
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The 100 Marathon Club
By Alice Palmer on 10/08/2009 10:08:00
One marathon might seem challenging enough, so how do the hardy members of the 100 Marathon Club run race after race?
hadn't run a marathon since just after I started.G: My first marathon was meant to be in 2001, but knee problems meant I had to put it off for a year. Then the next year I tore my ankle ligament and my doctor told me not to run. So my first marathon
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Ground Rules
By Sam Murphy on 29/07/2010 12:40:28
Tired of tramping over Tarmac? There are plenty of other running surfaces to tackle, to banish boredom and benefit your body. Here’s how to get the best out of them.
. Your feet pad along on a carpet of leaves, birdsong fills the air while sunlight streams through the trees. Yes, it’s all a balm for the senses. But the benefits of trail running go far beyond the scenery.“It strengthens the muscles, ligaments
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Three Try a Tri
By on 13/06/2006 12:17:00
Last year three RW guinea pigs took up the total-body challenge of the Michelob ULTRA London Triathon
running on grass."Blakemore's knees have been problematic in the past, and a long spell away from sport inspired his triathlon ambition. "A couple of years ago I had a nasty knee ligament injury," he says. "I was pretty much sidelined from all competitive
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Welcome To Integrated Training
By Marc Bloom on 01/06/2002 16:03:24
To be a better runner, you need to broaden your exercise programme. Welcome to integrated training
. In other words, you have to monitor your body, not let it revert to auto-pilot.3. Speedwork(5 per cent; 15 minutes)Many runners fear the added demands of speedwork, worrying about stress on the ligaments and joints, pushing the body nearly to the limit
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Quick As You Like
By Don Kardong on 01/06/2002 16:36:01
A little speedwork can help you to run smoother and faster. And it's not nearly as hard as you think
-existing conditions, so theres no magic formula for determining exactly how much basic running is needed before you start speedwork. Most experts recommend three or four months of preparation.You want to make sure all your bones, ligaments, tendons and joints can
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