, while capital-based runners can also test their times in the Self Transcendence series in Battersea Park. 10K opportunities also abound, and those inspired by the Flora London Marathon can tread city streets in the Bupa London 10,000 and the Bupa Great

of periodisation, it can seem tough between 'peaks'. Runner Lasse Viren, dubbed The 'Flying Finn', won very little other than his four Olympic gold medals, from double victory in the 5000m and 10,000m at the 1972 and 1976 Games. He mastered the art of peaking

in a specific event (such as winning your age category in a race).Performance goals relate to a certain level of achievement (for example, a sub-40:00 10K).Setting different targets means you're more likely to focus on the positive outcomes of your

GETTY IMAGES At the start of a brand spanking new year, and in the terrifying knowledge that Brits put on an average of 5lbs (2kg) over the Christmas period (according to the British Dietetic Association), we've come up with these inspirational

you carry a protective layer with you in case the weather takes a turn for the worse. If you’re heading to more remote areas, tell someone about your planned route and think about carrying a mobile phone and ICE (In Case of Emergency) information

Britain.How did it come about?RW forumite The Hoose Goer was inspired by Eddie Izzard's 2009 multi-marathon tour of the UK, and in early December he decided to attempt something similar.He decided against his original plan - to run the coast of Britain

alone for quite some time - how did that feel?From mile 10 I was on my own, and I found that very tough. It's easy to start destroying yourself mentally, if you're struggling against the wind and you've got no one cheering you on.It was good to see

cap’.To make a cold cap, just soak a baseball cap in water and leave it in the fridge for half an hour – or overnight if you’re planning on heading out first thing in the morning. If you want an extra-cold noggin, pop it in the freezer for 10 minutes

the magic 100 mark in 2003, and has been dispensing advice and her own training schedules through her hugely popular forum thread, Shades Marathon Training since 2005.grecian 2000 has notched up 110 marathons so far, and lists his favourite races on his

on enjoying the pretty park views instead.Angmering Bluebell Trail 10K (West Sussex, April 25)Make the most of this rare chance to explore the privately-owned 11,000-acre Angmering Park Estate. Nestled in the heart of the West Sussex countryside, this single