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’ runs that never exceed 90 minutes. But if you’ve never done a really long run, race day could prove challenging, says Herrera, an ultra runner himself.“Long runs prepare you for time on your feet, pacing, mental toughness and how to fuel yourself
The barefoot movement is gathering pace, promising closer connection to the terrain and our evolutionary heritage. But is the key to better running really what you wear – or don’t wear – on your feet?As we buy into the seductive promise
hard pace and having something left for the finish." Should you try it? You don't have to be an Olympian to benefit from the thinking of Olympians. "I've always been a believer in quality over quantity," says Favor-Hamilton. "Quantity wears you down
Lucy’s mileage as London approaches. Lucy will not race again until London - getting Lucy to the start line fit and healthy and ready to run remains our goal.Gareth says: The Race Your Pace Half-Marathon proved a disappointing end to a good week
't going well. The trick is get some rest - and don't panic! Bunches77 The group might have been running too fast for you - try plodding along for a while without a care in the world. Your body will find its natural pace for your longer runs. Yifter
feet. Nineteen-fifty-nine was a low-key year no big games and the three miles lacked the big stars, Pirie, Ibbotson and Eldon. The pace was level, not too hard, so I went with it. At two miles the group was getting smaller, and I was still there
run at a relaxed pace that allows you to run more miles, you’ll burn more calories. In other words, run further, not faster.Tip from the trenches: “I’ve found that when I exercise first thing in the morning, I’m more likely to get a longer training run
it will transform your running and racing. I now do one day of speedwork, one fast-paced 7-miler, one 10-20 miler and one other run. I felt I haven't been doing enough, but my running is getting better and better all the time. It might be useful to get someone to do
's important to condition your body before you start running. Cross-training is exhausting, and my advice (which is my trainer's advice) is to do gym work first, then run. I use the aerobic equipment to warm up on. – paul johnsonKeep the pace slowIf your aim
