and was sweating cobs... – tattiefritterThis may be a 'girl thing'Your muscles are probably plenty warm enough – it's just the outer layer of fat that feels cold because it doesn't have as many blood vessels running through it. But the general numbness will make

This week, one RW member discovers the trouble with tootsies..."I recently changed my running shoes for a much roomier pair. However, two of my toes (next to the big toe on each foot) get numb each time I run, and the nails are getting blacker

Knee-high mud, driving rain, howling wind and numb hands form many people's memories of cross-country running at school. But despite this unappealing recollection, cross-country is the training backbone for many of our most successful distance

and how to treat them When I run, my calves tighten, my shins hurt and my feet get numb. What can I do? Why do I get painful cramp in my legs? -->My calf cramps agonisingly after a mile. What's wrong? -->Why this sudden calf soreness? -->I've had calf

gown, and still feel cold. – peaheadWhen I went running this morning I had leggings on and a long sleeved top. I felt snug but my body was so cold that it was red and numb by the time I got home. – buttercupsI don't think there's much you can do about

the thread For the week ending 15 June 2009Hot to trot...Runner Rivalry When you spot another runner ahead of you on a run, do you get the urge to overtake them even if they’re faster than you? Schmoo74 I find that chaps are (generally) more competitive