make the best of my time?A All runners need to manage their lifestyles effectively, but in your case it’s probably even more important. Have you considered doing some shorter runs before a couple of your aerobics classes? That way you might be able

injured.The PaceOnly do a little of your training at miling pace. Do most of the aerobic work more slowly, with shorter recoveries.Pace A is your 10K pace, and the recovery after each run should be less time than you spend running: for example, five

important information about running or being a runner I’ve learned by watching and talking to other runners.Recently I learned another lesson about running. This time it came from someone who’s been running for less than a year. Our run together didn’t start

Sport.And that's not all: our team also met and trained alongside Lucozade Sport running ambassador and Olympic marathon runner Liz Yelling (don't miss Liz's half-marathon training advice here). Now, with the race behind them, it's time to reflect

Tempo workouts, speedwork, long runs, not to mention work, family and life in general... how can a runner fit it all in? One time-efficient solution: combo workouts, which blend elements of quality runs to make the most of every minute you have

in Clayton’s shoes. As anyone who has been running for years will tell you, there are times when going out for a run can be as appealing as a two-hour stint in the dentist’s chair.Come on, admit it. The running life can become one of unabated drudgery if you

are obliged to do it. So if you still want to run, there’s plenty you can do to get that drive back. You now have time to really explore your running environment – something you might not have done in the past. Why not try some off-road running

into the running habit and are doing two or three miles at a time, about three times a week.The important thing in this programme is to build up your endurance. The pattern is to keep most of the runs to 20 or 30 minutes, which can easily be fitted into the day

, can I use it to predict my marathon finishing time?A Trying to run at eight minute/mile pace (your target race speed) during 20-mile training runs on a regular basis will have a detrimental effect on your other sessions in the week. That’s why long-run

one, walk for 30 minutes on day two and stretch for 30 minutes on day three. Try to do the activity at the same time every day: you’re more likely to stick with it. Run in a pleasant environment and focus on enjoying what you see and hear