easier. I routinely schedule a sports massage every other week, and more often if something hurts, or if an important race is coming up. Massages are good for repairing sore muscles and preventing injuries. And they just plain relax you.Do it yourself
rapidly when we take days off or other appropriate action (like ice treatment). And most are self-inflicted – we bring them on by running too far, too fast, too soon or too often. Prevention is often as simple as a change of routine. If you can’t run
- what advice would you offer him as he prepares for his first half-marathon?"I’m a fairly new runner (aged 37) and a busy job and young family prevents me from having a rigid training schedule. I tend to start each run very steadily then decide whether
weekly runs, you should focus on increasing the amount you can run at one time until you build to at least the race distance, or the equivalent amount of time spent running."I encourage runners, particularly beginners, to focus on time and effort, rather
for dull weather. Store them in protective cases to prevent scratching and damage. And don't simply take them out, pull them on and dive in: a hot face plus cold water inevitably equals steamed-up lenses. Before you race, spray anti-fog solution on each
on. See full threadCommon beginner injuries and health tipsBlistersMarathong - The night before a long run, I put petroleum jelly all over my feet, put socks on and go to bed. The petroleum jelly softens the skin while you sleep. On the day
out fat-burning enzymes, which help your aerobic system work more efficiently. Also, synovial fluid (the lubricant in your joints) warms up, helping your body to move easily. "Too many beginners skip this step without realising how much more
as well. - Helegant back in trainingJoin the thread STIRRING SOUNDTRACKSJust wanted an insight into everyone's fave choons for running. I find certain songs make me run faster or are good for hills and would like some new ones to prevent boredom!- Aitch
