, abs and glutesHow? Start in the foam-roller plank position (1). Lower your chest towards the roller, keeping  your elbows in. Now lift your right leg up, then lower it back down again. Repeat the press-up, lifting the left leg. Alternate legs for 3x8

. Gently rock your pelvis back to press your lower back to the floor. Feel for the stomach muscles to gently pull in your belly button to your spine. Hold for 10 seconds. Do one set of 10 repetitions, three times a day.Start with slow, easy walks around

Bakken, which is why they feel flat and sluggish. Short, fast bursts of running raises muscle tension back up. If you get your taper right, your body will respond by producing more oxygen-carrying red blood cells, lowering stress hormone levels

Studies show there are many benefits associated with moderate exercise during pregnancy. It will lower your risk of serious complications such as gestational diabetes and preeclampsia, and may ease back pain, constipation and haemorrhoids. If you continue

. As well as working for the British Athletics Team, she was lead physio for the English Institute of Sport in London before setting up a successful sports injuries clinic.Q1) As I have stepped up my training, I have started to get an ache in my lower back

affordable amount.Look for: The right fit - a poor-fitting bike can cause all manner of aches and pains in the lower back and shoulders so it's worth getting measured. Bike shops will help - and you're not obliged to buy a bike afterwards.Price range: £500 +1

. This tiny bit of differentness over a prolonged 15m becomes quite a big biomechanical difference, and more painful.Hopefully you’re already feeling better – take it easy, stretch your calf, don’t lace too tight and you’ll be back in no time.Q2. In the run up