loosely) was that if I kept my heart rate in a reasonable zone and took regular walking breaks, I’d be alright.Confident of my plan, I set off. The first five minutes of running were okay, but I was happy to take my first walk. The road had begun to wind
it's no surprise that the journal Medicine and Science in Sports and Exercise reports that harder running surfaces are more often associated with injuries. But not all off-road surfaces have the same benefits. "Different surfaces influence how
A spell away from the water's edge, Bewl 15Closing SoonHurry, you won't be able to enter these races for much longer...Bewl 15 (Surrey, July 1) An off-road circuit round south-east England’s largest stretch of open water, with a few tough hills
? OctoberIt's no mystery why this big-city race has become such a success - its flat, fast road course takes runners on a tour of central Cardiff's landmarks as well as showing off Europe's largest waterfront development, Cardiff Bay. 2009 was a sell out
Half-Marathon (Devon, October 18) Gin Pit 5, October 11 Gin Pit 5 (Lancashire, October 11) Whether you’re a newcomer to trails or a hardy old hand at off-road running, the Gin Pit 5 stands out. A small and friendly race with quietly lovely
the Brathay Windermere Marathon (May 16) or the Yorkshireman Off-Road Marathon (September 12), or try out two new big-city fixtures - the mbna Chester Marathon (May 31) or the Bradford City Marathon (October 17).With dozens of races taking place all over
)Bestwood Country Park 10K (Notts, October 9)Denmead 10K (Portsmouth, October 23)Bronte Way 8 (Keighley, October 9) Don’t let the fact that the Bronte Way 8 is classified as a fell race put you off – the off-road course is entirely runnable. If you do need
over the ankle collar, but it does make the Crested Butte pretty warm in all but the lowest temperatures.In short The new Crested Butte is a sign that Nike is thinking about grip again when it comes to off-road shoes. But unless you really want its Gore
, and the underside of the forefoot is slightly bevelled on the medial side, which could cause you to toe-off at an angle if you already have a stability problem.In short The Terra Tupu is a pure off-road trail shoe in the mould of Nikes old Air Terra Albis
conventionally or across widely spaced straps, to give excellent fit and support. The grip is fine: not made for deep, slippery mud, but confident on a range of loose and uneven surfaces. The Ultra 100 also has a removable gaiter.In short If you want an off-road
