weight-loss through a controlled exercise and nutrition plan that helps you burn more calories than you consume. So, give yourself a break on occasion - then get back on the programme afterwards.Day One: Running Off The Pounds | Day Two: Best Exercise

Every day this week, we're looking a short number of ways to get back to your ideal weight. We're covering simple changes to your running; everyday exercise tweaks; and loads of realistic eating rules that you can live by. Simple Ways To Count Your

already have the weapons you need to win the battle of the bulge. To ensure ultimate victory, you can see all 29 here. Otherwise, enjoy these 10 as a preview - and if you want to subscribe, you can save save 30% right here.Run Off The PoundsAdd 15 minutes

over five short articles: Day One: Running Off The Pounds - see below Day Two: Best Exercise Options Day Three: Best Eating Routines For Runners Day Four: Simple Ways To Count Your Calories Day Five: Enjoy Your Food (that's what it's for)The 22 tips

Q. I've had stomach issues when racing. I'm about to do an Ironman and am considering taking Imodium. Is this a bad idea?A. No. Between 20 and 40 per cent of all serious runners experience bowel problems when running. Anxiety and mechanical forces

tips on nutrition, motivation, training and more.Whether you're a complete beginner or already have your sights set on a PB, this 300-page book can help you train and run better. There's everything from choosing the right shoe for you, how to feed

pace for 40 minutes. Warm up 15 minutes. Cool down for five.Fuel upWhat to eat and drink before and after your runMany runners think that they can eat whatever they want post-run," says Leslie Bonci, director of sports medicine nutrition at the Centre

: your calorie and carbohydrate intake needs to match your training energy output. However, as your training volume increases and then tapers, so should your food intake. Planning your pre-race diet needn't be a nutritional nightmare: here are 25 handy

. Palpitations and mild tremors are also not uncommon, but as blood-sugar levels return to normal the feeling usually passes. Prevention is usually found in adequate pre-exercise nutrition and hydration, and the use of energy drinks while running instead of water

to match your training energy output. However, as your training volume increases and then tapers, so should your food intake. Planning your pre-race diet needn't be a nutritional nightmare: here are 25 handy do's and don'ts to help get you started