late and had to jog five minutes to the start, then set off about 30 seconds later – and it made a huge positive difference to my nerves, initial pacing, heart rate and also energy levels. I'm now a convert to the pre-race warm up! – Treacle Tart
to this the lack of pre- and post-race signposting, the shambles of serve-yourself double decker buses for bags and lack of anywhere to change, not to mention the total gridlock, and I felt that after 26 years it would be a lot better organised."Monkey Runner
, and partly for general health reasons. But I feel sluggish and my work is suffering. Is there really a point to this caffeine-free lark?" – Jane Hoskyn aka e17 pixieYour best answersResensitising really works, so brave it outI abstain from caffeine now
black coffee before training in the morning. Training on empty helps promote fat-burning metabolism to kick in – and minimises the need for a mid-session loo! – Slow-coachI can't leave the house before a long run/race (10 miles plus) without having my
couple of months. Take it gradually, and definitely do some core stability and pelvic floor exercises. Don't expect to be anywhere near your pre-pregnancy fitness. – Jayne EcottYou know your body better than your midwife doesThe key thing is to do what
