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RW's BIG Q+A Index
By Runner's World on 28/10/2007 00:00:00
Your questions - our experts
TRAINING: RACINGHow can I avoid stitches in shorter races? Why do I struggle in the last mile of a race? Should racing related deaths be a concern? I run 10Ks. How long should training runs be? Why do I always get sick at 18 miles? Why do I
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RW's Ultimate Marathon Q+A
By on 07/05/2002 19:03:13
Help! The answers to some common marathon training questions
Q: I don't know what pace to run at. A: The good news is that our schedules provide you with the perfect balance of slow runs, fast runs, short runs and long runs. (And rest days, of course.) They're allessential for building up the strength
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Q+A: Is a longer stride better?
By Craig Sharp on 09/09/2000 10:02:10
Our experts answer real-life questions
Q I started running two years ago and have increased my half-marathon pace from 9:30 miling to 7:30 miling. I have noticed recently that Im using a longer, slower stride for both speedwork and general training, and my times have remained the same
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Q+A: Rehabilitating a sprained ankle
By Martin Haines on 09/09/2000 10:02:10
Our experts answer real-life questions
Q: I recently turned my ankle and suffered a pulled ligament as a result. After 10 days in a cast and a week in an ankle support, Im now able to run again. But Im concerned about long-term weakness. Is there anything I can do to strengthen
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Hay Fever Q&A
By Ben Palfreyman on 17/06/2010 17:51:09
Relieve the runner's summer plague - and ensure hay fever doesn't affect your performance - with these tips
Q: What is hay fever?A: Hay fever is a type of allergic rhinitis caused by an overreaction of the body's immune system to pollen. The allergen causes inflammation on the inside of the nose and spreads to the sinuses, eyes and throat. Q: Why do I
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Andrew Lemoncello: Q&A
By Alice Palmer on 26/04/2010 08:00:00
Hot from his marathon debut, we caught up with Andrew Lemoncello - the first Briton across the line in the 2010 Virgin London Marathon
' they probably think I'm Italian! They really picked me up coming down that finish. It was really fun.Q. How have you found stepping up to the marathon distance?Running it was fine. There were a couple of bad patches but overall I didn't feel too bad. I'm excited
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Q+A: Ironman UK
By on 28/07/2011 13:11:37
Get the lowdown on Ironman UK, one of the toughest long-distance triathlons, as it heads to Bolton this weekend
as they tick off a tough 2.4 mile swim, 112 mile bike and 26.2 mile run.Competition will be fierce for the 50 age group slots for the 2011 Ironman World Championships in Kona, Hawaii, up for grabs. Returning to Bolton for its third year, the revised route
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Marathon Nutrition Q+A: Nick Morgan
By Nick Morgan on 20/02/2009 17:39:10
Discover the answers to some of your frequently-asked fuel and hydration questions with these highlights from our live forum debate with Lucozade Sport's Lead Sport Scientist Nick Morgan
carbohydrate per hour, which is well within these guidelines. Q. At what point in a race should I take my last gel? Is there a point when there’s not enough time left for the body to benefit from it? Pies and Salad A. It’s never too late, because it can
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Marathon Q+A: Steve Smythe
By Steve Smythe on 19/03/2009 17:07:49
Experienced coach - and Lucozade Sport Super Six mentor - Steve Smythe answers your frequently-asked marathon questions
GETTY IMAGES Q. What single aspect of training would help me run a faster marathon? Intervals, tempo sessions or more miles? Johnny BlazeA. Unfortunately, it's just not that simple. Making
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Q+A: Undiagnosed knee pain
By Martin Haines on 09/09/2000 10:02:10
Our experts answer real-life questions
Q Ive had knee pain for a few months now. My GP has explained that the patella has moved out of line and that I am experiencing bone grinding on bone when I run. Now its got worse, but my GP is in no hurry to refer me to a specialist, saying
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