.The other thing you may find is that after the training, the race, the elation and the partying you may feel flat, listless or even slightly depressed a few days after your marathon. Apparently this is related to hormone levels, but I guess it's like any
for the run, recommends Saker. "Psychologically, it's better to be consistent than to burn out," he explains. "If you can make a habit of finishing hard, it'll stand you in good stead in a race. Likewise, starting in a controlled way will also provide
since I was eight. We used to spend all our family holidays in the Yorkshire Dales. There were fell races and local shows on most days so we would compete and feel really proud when we won £2. I don't run on the fells in the summer anymore because I
. However, my recent promotion to Demi-God has awakened an interest in the psychological aspects of our sport.For instance, why do I feel just as shagged out after a three-mile race along the Thames towpath as I do after a Mid-Wales mountain marathon
race. "Consistency and knowing what works for you is key," he says.BAD HABIT: You never stretch It’s hard to squeeze in runs some days, never mind stretching. But tight muscles can contribute to shin splints, plantar fasciitis and muscle pulls, which
race,” says McMillan. Run Through The LineAnother speedwork tip from Fischer: to squeeze the very most out of your session, run hard – don’t coast – all the way past the line at the end of each repetition.Strengthen Your PositionDevote one day a week
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
st. I’m hellbent on breaking four hours. I look down at the same unfeeling numbers. OK, cancel tomorrow’s rest day. Later, as I pack my lunch – debating whether to have one or two mini bagels to go with a wedge of light cream cheese and an apple – I
It's an all too common story: runner sets achievable goals; runner puts in the necessary physical training to meet goals; runner falls short on race day. So, what's the problem? Could it be that you're spending too much time becoming a stronger
