"I got a huge cheer and a bouquet of flowers"—Lyn WhitesideAre you worried about finishing last in a race? The good news is that if you're reading this article, the chances of it actually happening are very small. Big beginner-friendly races
running outside as it doesn't use the leg muscles in the same way. Although that's good for all-round toning, if you clock uploads of miles on the treadmill it'll build up your calves in the wrong places. – CraigBLet the treadmill dictate your pace I
Getty Images Off-road running might summon up dark memories of being sent round the school field in the cold. But there’s much more to going off-road. Springing along a forest trail is easier on your body than Tarmac, and the world beyond road
right through to race day. Our beginner and intermediate programmes both include walk breaks.Q.What equipment do I need? A. All you need is a properly fitted pair of shoes, a suitable sports bra (for women) and some comfortable sports clothing
Looking for a thrilling new challenge, a fat-stripping workout or just an excuse to buy a ton of new kit? Then ‘tri’ out the UK’s fastest growing sport. Triathlon England says its membership base has shot up by more than 200 per cent in the last 10
. But after watching the race I was so inspired, I decided I’d give running a try. Logging on to the RUNNER’S WORLD forum and seeing lots of other beginners in the same boat as me gave me a real boost. I know running is one of the best exercises for weight
absolute limit. Just like the runners around me. It may be hard to imagine the last 10K of a marathon as being fun but it was. The joy that eluded me at the start of the race overwhelmed me at the finish. Rounding the track for the final 400 metres, I
Whether you’ve decided to make a change to your lifestyle, or you’ve just been roped in for a charity race, this index of our best beginner articles is for everyone taking those first running steps. From can't-fail motivation, to a first 5K or 10K
the build-up to race-day. Who can you turn to for advice and reassurance? The RW forumites of course. They’ve hundreds of marathons-worth of experience between them, and we’ve picked their brains for these fail-safe tips to ensure your marathon debut goes
into the run.Fiction: "You need to eat mountains of pasta before a race"It is a good idea to carbo-load in the days leading up to a race, but don't go crazy eating plates and plates of stodgy stuff. At least three days before your race, ensure you eat regular
