and infection after the race. You may also be feeling disorientated – or even depressed – in the come-down after achieving such a significant running goal.Unfortunately, there’s no formula for calculating how long your body will take to recover – this will vary

and infection after the race. You may also be feeling disorientated – or even depressed – in the come-down after achieving such a significant running goal.Unfortunately, there’s no formula for calculating how long your body will take to recover – this will vary

marathon across Dartmoor.And sure enough – proof that RW members like nothing more than rising to a challenge (especially when accompanied by the prospect of pre- and post-race socials) - come October 21, more than 80 RW members found themselves assembling

aching and mud splattered limbs stagger over the finish line, you can collect a Brooks technical performance T-shirt and a rammed goody bag. There's also a wave start, a baggage storage service and a pre- and post- race changing marquee in this sell

efficiency with abundant water stations, and the post-race party is cunningly timed at the tail end of Oktoberfest. So expect beers served by the litre – and save a little energy to dance on the tables to obscure Euro pop stars.Fancy it? Visit www

Transport to the race start and from the finishPost-race analysis with the RUNNER'S WORLD staffCelebrity dinnerPrices from £129 to £199 How to bookTelephone 0191-293 6592 to book or for more information; or visit Nirvana Europe for details.

for a post-race treat.Race website: www.fortiscpcloop.nl Runner's World Zandvoort Circuit Run, Zandvoort (March) 2009 Date: March 29Runner's World's own race at the former Formula 1 race circuit is one of the most exciting new events on the Dutch running

free entry to the all-important post-run party. 4. Ashford and District 10K, KentDate in 2012: February 5Also rated highly in the Beginners category, this popular and welcoming rural road race produces reliably fast times on a scenic and accurately

a half) for women.There are also benefits linked to recovery from exercise, says nutritionist Kim Pearson (www.equilibria-health.co.uk). "Beer contains predominantly water and carbohydrate, both of which are essential in post-race recovery," she says

in the stunning North Downs. Entry includes an event memento, a medal and a post-race picnic.On the same day and venue, you'll find the equally popular Trionium Midsummer Munro Half-Marathon - perfect if you're not quite ready to go the full distance.2. North