performances. The diagnosis? Inadequate recovery.Like Hewison, most runners don't have a problem pushing themselves, but when you're focusing on building endurance and speed, it's easy to forget how important rest is. "It's when you're not running

that, unless you're running 80 miles a week or churning out sub-2:45 marathons, recovery doesn't really matter. The evidence certainly suggests otherwise. Sidestepping good recovery practice can leave you more susceptible to aches, pains, colds

the carb-loading low-down with these simple dos and don'ts.Rest and RecoveryBecome a better runner even after you've pulled off your trainers with these quick and easy recovery tips.Core StabilityA strong core will make you fitter and faster, as well

and FuelbeltAlec Smith (Surrey)Monday September 12 - Maxifuel Energy and Recovery Nutrition KitMark Goodchild (Kent)Tuesday September 13 - Free place in the Malta MarathonRichard Cross (Leeds)Wednesday September 14 - Nuun Electrolytes and FuelbeltKelly Paterson

seen the benefit of some key nutritional practices throughout his marathon journey, namely efficient carbohydrate and protein intake for effective recovery, and fuelling his long runs properly. I am confident that these will continue to have a positive

Hard Training Q&AsTRAINING GENERAL• Do I need to take an "easy week" when my average mileage isn’t that high? • Should you try and break through ‘the wall’ in training? • Is it just the cold weather, or am I getting fitter? • How do I overcome

will break 3:30. He has been a great host to the sub-4 thread and was an excellent person to coach - with the exception of the injuries! Gareth says: Andy openly admitted he was a nutritional novice when he started back in January but he was willing to give

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Hard Training Q&AsTRAINING GENERAL• Do I need to take an "easy week" when my average mileage isn’t that high? • Should you try and break through ‘the wall’ in training? • Is it just the cold weather, or am I getting fitter? • How do I overcome

on – especially recovery nutrition, making sure I have enough protein and carbohydrate. I eat barrow-loads of oranges, get loads of sleep and obsess about hand washing and using alcohol hand-rubs! So, far it's working... Forcing yourself to cut back on training