Q. I developed shin splints about two months ago. I have tried insoles to correct overpronation, and ice to reduce swelling. Nothing seems to work. Can you help?A. Shin splints is a term used to describe a variety of pains that occur in the front
Great Britain and Ireland and is a keen participant in the Ironman event.If you struggle with race day nerves, motivation or need some tips on how to cope when the going gets tough in a race, Victor will be on hand to help.Q1. Here's a curve ball, I
Q Every winter, my training and racing is interrupted by bouts of colds and flu. What can I do to prevent illness in the first place and, other than the medicines available from the chemist, is there anything that will help me recover quickly?A
Q No matter what the weather hot or cold, dry or wet my nose drips constantly as I run. As youd expect, its a serious nuisance. What could be causing this problem? Could it be something in my diet?A Youre not alone. Nasal discharge becomes
Q Im 35 years old, and have recently been told that the intermittent hip pain that has affected me for a year could be arthritis, and that I should stop running. While I accept that a marathon is out of the question, is it really the end of my
Q Ive been told by my GP that Im suffering from Policemans Heel, which he said is the same as plantar fasciitis. Ive had it for three months now, and despite trying painkillers and supports in my shoes it hasnt improved. Now Im having
Q I do my long runs and races with a water bottle that fits around my hand. Is it true that long-term use of these can affect gait and cause injury?A You are right to be cautious about the use of a water bottle that fits around the hand. There
Q. If I'm not really sore or exhausted does that mean I won't benefit from my training session?A. Training isn't about killing yourself every session so that you are exhausted at the end. Training should comprise structured sessions designed
Q I have an identity crisis. As a keen runner for the last 20 years, I have recently retired, but now I just cannot find the motivation to train properly. I climb into my car rather than my running gear. When I do go out for a run, any uphill
Q During recent running I found that I lacked energy, and even though my heart rate was sky-high, I seemed to be plodding around every run. I went to my GP, and he diagnosed an underactive thyroid and prescribed Thyroxine. After a month, however
