. Don’t skimp on speedOn the face of it, 26.2 miles doesn’t seem to require a great deal of speed – endurance is the key. However, there is a link between your 10K ability and what marathon time you can run. A sub-3:00 marathoner, for example, needs

or the increasingly popular ultras and others will be looking to run fast times! Whatever you decide on, make it ambitious but also work out achievable short-term goals and consider the following points, which we'll cover in the next few pages: •Planning•Conditioning•Consistency•Motivation

Never underestimate the power of a good walk – and not just as a mid-run break. ‘Going for a “pure walk” – no running at all – allows your body to make small adaptations that strengthen your feet, knees and hips,’ explains coach Jeff Galloway. Long

and was pleased with my time of 4:42. It was pure elation when I crossed the line. I felt I’d joined an exclusive club, having run this crazy distance.  I’m proud to talk about it; it was a real achievement.I take my running gear with me everywhere now. When we

that there is no real benefit to go over 2:30.My reason for this long run is that I am going to be on the road for nearly 3 hours (less if possible) so I thought it would be useful to test the body over that period of time (but maybe it isn't). – Denis DuretA1) I

The chef : Pastry chef and five-time marathoner Gesine Bullock-Prado recently completed her third cookbook Bake It Like You Mean It (£18.99, Stewart, Tabori & Chang) – and then signed up for a half marathon. ‘By the time I finish any baking book, my

ahead of time."While it was incredible seeing the world in fast forward, there were many dramas along the way," says Andrew. "Some of the places visited are tricky places to run; industrial action in South America almost cancelled my flights out

Annie says: In recent times the foam roller has been hailed as the holy grail of runner injury cure and prevention, it has certainly saved many from sizable bills from their sports masseuse or physio. But sometimes the standard foam rollers just can

Ballot entry opened today (Monday 7 January) for the Virgin Active London Triathlon 2013, this year being held 27 - 28 July at London Docklands.Billed as the world’s largest triathlon, distances range from Super Sprint (400m swim, 10k bike, 2.5K run

's step count wasn’t perfect but it was close every time. However since there is not a heart rate monitor I’m not sure how accurate the calorie count could be.Overall, it’s an impressive motivator for general fitness; on the days I don’t run it certainly