. So stop making excuses and go running. 1 Make time in your schedule for a run every other day with your most important client – yourself. Do this first thing, at the start of the week, before the blank spaces start filling up with other priorities.2

I don’t have a training schedule for a goal race, I find it harder to motivate myself. But if I have a training plan, I’ll be out running on good days and bad days,” says Mike Collyer, of Newcastle.27. Be happy “A positive attitude means everything

cannot do that unless it has clarity. A day off from thinking about your training schedule can improve your performance the following week. I also believe in life balance, so a rest day allows you to spend time with family and friends."15. Mr motivator

in the week to do the running he wanted, keep on top of his unpredictable working patterns and see his wife and three children, he knew he'd have to radically overhaul the way he trained. In 2004, he dipped inside the magic three-hour mark for the marathon

are behind you, it’s harder to push yourself. "I’m more motivated because a lot of it is still new to me," he says. With three tough track sessions a week built into his winter training schedule, Agyei uses this time of year to focus on building a solid base

string of enviable road race times have earnt her the title of premier LV65 (Ladies Veteran 65+) over 10K, 5K and half-marathon in the UK.Three months from now she will be toeing the line in Italy for the World Masters Track and Field Championships, where

week, without bothering about times or distances. When you’re in serious training, consider introducing some new elements into your schedule -– runs in new places or with different training partners. Introduce a new hill or track session. Consider doing

understand their goals and have them written down for review in the future," Darren explains. "Effective goal setting helps us deliver an effective training schedule in the weeks, months and year ahead and helps athletes understand the hows and whys

ideas to help you fulfil your 2010 potential... Make it a milestoneWhether it's your very first race, the decision to tackle fells, a marathon, an ultra or a triathlon, make 2010 a year to remember by challenging yourself to completing a huge milestone

hectic work schedule and building stamina.” Running to the gym for 30 minutes of lunchtime cross-training will keep you on top of your game throughout the afternoon.Top tip Investigate the newsagents in the next village“I HAVE NO ONE TO RUN WITH