In New York City for the annual Runner's World Shoe Conference, Alison Hamlett enjoys some quality time with running legend Haile Gebrselassie ahead of his 'big apple' debut.Q. You're 37. Why has it taken you this long to run the NYCM?A. After I
, that desire is even greater.But long before Kipsang and Keitany were making their mark, Moses Tanui was the most successful Kenyan running export. He won the Boston Marathon in 1996 and 1998 before investing his prize money in several properties in the town
to see a pedestrian.Try this Wearing a head torch will ensure drivers see you long before they reach you, as well as helping you to pick out the safest route if the ground is uneven.Variable ratesTackling the same running route day in, day out
in search of steaming bowls of porridge. It's high in muscle-fuelling carbohydrate and is a good source of iron to maintain oxygen-carrying red blood cells. Try it Porridge is perfect before a long run because it provides slow-release carbs that keep you
to alison.hamlett@natmag-rodale.co.uk.Follow these links to check out some of the Q&As we've already featured on the site:Swim Q&AsBike Q&AsRun Q&AsLive Online Coaching ClinicWe’re also planning to start a live online coaching clinic on the first Monday
as running, whereas aqua jogging does.How are you approaching 2012?I’m disappointed to have been injured but the season’s long so it’s not over yet. For me, 2012 is about getting back some self-belief. I’ve had a couple of up-and-down years and I’ve lost a
to the track. He’s been running for 20 years, which is a long time by Kenyan standards, and now coaches army runners. Today he’s pacing a young athlete Doris Jerop around the track. They sprint 300m then walk the final 100m slowly to recover before setting off
minute recovery between repetitionsSunday Long runKofi Agyei, aged 42If you believe the scientists, Kofi Agyei still has a few more years of improvement left in him. Agyei started running in 2001, so he is only half way though the supposed 10 years
every session should be part of any long-term approach to running – then with any luck you should still be going strong if Isla, or your own little runner, does decide to make her marathon debut.
Rotterdam Marathon, April [Getty Images] You’ll have to run a long way to find a hill in a Dutch race, which makes the Netherlands the perfect location if you’re looking to run your first or fastest race. The country boasts some of the world
