-lap off-road challenge already has an army of fanatical supporters. The little extras that make it a stand-out: vocally enthusiastic marshals; orange paint marking hazardous areas of the course; a bountiful goody bag; and a text results service. What
)Not the Roman IXNot the Roman IX (Warwickshire, January 18) Kick off 2009 – and perhaps your spring marathon training too – with the sixth staging of this popular 12K road race. If you're still in mourning for the long-lived Roman 9, which this race
, Surrey Hill (Berkshire, May 31) Push yourself to the limit by tackling mud, hills and bogs galore in this extreme off-road event. City of Manchester 10K, July 5 Filling Up Fast…Birmingham and Black Country Half-Marathon (July 4
Running has the power to change your life. It will make you fitter, healthier and happier. Here's ten tips to help you get (and stay) on track to a brighter future.1. Start by walkingWhether you're fresh off the couch or coming from another sport
)The Devil Strikes Back, April 29Saab Salomon Hellrunner: Hell Up North (Cheshire, April 29) Such was the demand for the first Northern fixture in this off-road series that its second staging is taking place six months earlier than originally planned
London Santa Run 6K for Disability Snowsport UK (London, December 4)Kick off your festive season with London's most popular Santa run. Join a fleet of more than two thousand Santas descending upon Battersea Park and get ready to baffle the busy park
, off road. Or shorter run and gym workFridayAM Multi terrain run or 13km on roadPM Gym workSaturdayHills or rest if racing on SundaySundayRace or 21km fast - could be road, multi terrain or cross-countryRuth Pickvance, aged 44"I remember watching a fell
) incline and a spectator-friendly track start and finish.Muscular Dystrophy Run Holkham Hall (Norfolk, August 5) The grounds and deer park of one of Norfolk’s most majestic homes make a grandiose setting for this two-lap multi-terrain 10K. --Filling fast
three lap off-road course over undulating terrain.MUST-KNOW Don't be tempted to get in any last-minute swimming practise in the lake: the organiser's contract with South West Lakes Trust forbids it and you could be disqualified. FROM THE TOP "The beauty
18 NEW! Maidenhead Easter 10, Berks A beautiful flat, rural road 10-miler, with a field of around 850. May 2003When is it? What is it? Why should you do it?Monday 5 Watford 10K 400-strong on- and off-road race based from Watford's Cassiobury Park
