-to-rate list of race series and multi-stage events. 1 Race For Life Series, from MayWith over 300,000 runners, many first-timers and £17.5 million raised, Cancer Research UK Race for Life is the best thing to happen in running over the last decade.2 Cancer
I've ticked most of the 'must-do' boxes in my 20 years of running, from 5Ks to marathons, a multi-day event and even a night run. But I've never raced a mile, attempted cross-country or donned fancy dress. Nor have I run a European city marathon
you have sufficient gears on your bike on the day. Find out the weather forecast, so you know which tyres to race on and what clothing and trainers to wear - it can be the difference between a great race and a cold, bruising one. Many triathletes race
, which in principle means it's taking less out of you – hence better endurance in the long run. – ed_mI trained for and ran a 180-mile multi-day trail ultra in May with the help of Mike 'Mad Dog' Schreiber at Training2Run. Apart from the obvious running
and British Triathlon's Male Elite Long Distance Triathlete of Year 2007"The day before the race have a carbohydrate-biased day to ensure you are fully fuelled. Keep fully hydrated and keep drinking water up to within an hour of the start."Sam Gardner, former
can easily save 30 seconds on those who are shabby because they simply haven't practised." Time saved: 30 seconds2. Know your kitDon't leave anything to chance. There's plenty you can do before race day arrives to make sure you optimise your chances
before with a beer. Unless you are sure it works, I would suggest staying clear of alcohol, especially on warm days.During the race itself I like to sip water every other mile but I only drink less than half the bottle with the other half poured on my
be a goal that you're likely to achieve, and the third a best-case-scenario target if everything goes perfectly on race day. With several options, you won't feel crushed if you don't achieve your dream goal. Imagine how you will feel reaching each
of your preparation will equal a quicker time during a race. Actually, the reverse is likely to be true; taking it easy before your big day is more likely to help you reach your target time than pushing the intensity of your programme. “The key step
