Q I gave birth nine weeks ago, and before this I was running up to eight miles every day. I went for my first run the other day and felt dreadful. I want to run a 10K in a couple of months, before tackling a half-marathon in the autumn. I
What's the plan for your next run? You may go as far and as fast (or slow) as the spirit moves you or time allows. That's fine, but structuring your workouts can add value. The right plan boosts motivation, helps build fitness while minimising
-injury performances and the fear that the injury will return begins to gnaw at you. It doesn't have to be that way. Many athletes come back stronger than ever after an enforced layoff - and if you follow this advice, you could be one of them.Plan to keep it real
available on the NHS. HASAG also attended the Government’s Mesothelioma Summit in 2007.In 2008 HASAG hosted their very first Action Mesothelioma Day in Portsmouth, and since then HASAG have raised over £20,000 for research into asbestos illnesses.
to plan - I hit Mile 12 in 1:45 and was feeling good - but then disaster struck! Just before the turn to Tower Bridge, I was tripped from behind and stumbled into the runner next to me. They grabbed me and stopped me from going over completely
.Q. What are your race plans in 2011?A. This will be my last race of 2010. I'll have a short break after the race then start training for races next year. I'm hoping to run the World Championships next year and qualify for the Olympics. I've already
/walk programmeThe intermediate six-week plan, perfect if you exercise regularly and can already run for 10 minutes without stoppingThe three-week beginner’s blitz, for anyone who's left their preparation to the last minute. If you already run regularly, you
of heat illness HEAT EXHAUSTIONCause Failing to replace fluids and electrolytes when dehydration sets in.Symptoms A core body temperature of 102°F to 104°F, headache, fatigue, profuse sweating, nausea, clammy skin.Action plan Apply a cold pack on the head
, injury. Be assured, you are not alone.World-class triathlete Richard Stannard (10 times the fastest swimmer in the London Triathlon) was gearing up for a great 2009 season when, at the end of May, he was hit by a car while training on his bike
-training programmes even allow two weeks between peak long runs. Usually, medium to long runs (10-14 miles) are scheduled on the weekends in between.Nearly as important as rest after the long run, is rest before. If you plan a day or two of easy running and/or rest
