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Ask the Experts: Taper and Race Week with Sam Murphy
By on 02/04/2012 15:52:53
Catch the highlights from Friday's lunchtime debate, when ASICS Target 26.2 coach Sam Murphy answered your questions about the final stage of marathon training live in the forums
Sam is one of the UK's leading fitness experts, and a keen runner. She has completed 15 marathons (with a PB of 3:22) and the Himalayan 100 Mile Race among numerous others.In addition to her first class degree in Sport and Exercise Science, Sam is a
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Ask the Experts: Marathon Mental Strength Q&A with Dr Victor Thompson
By on 16/04/2012 10:07:43
Catch the highlights from Friday's lunchtime debate, when ASICS Target 26.2 psychologist Dr Victor Thompson answered your questions about achieving your goal in your spring marathon
have to show on race day. The goal is to do your best, and if you have done this, you can be satisfied no matter what time you get. Plus, this strategy will also maximise the chances of getting a new PB!Q. What are your tips for maintaining motivation
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Virgin London Marathon Countdown
By on 03/04/2013 16:19:00
From meeting RW at the expo to beating blisters on the run - here's all you need to know ahead of Virgin London Marathon on 21 April 2013.
of great spring marathon advice in the ASICS Target 26.2 hub.Don't miss:Q&A on race-day mental strategies with sports psychologist Victor Thompson, plus his vodcast on beating race-day demons.Videos on how to use a foam roller and stretching from physio
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Reading Between The Lines
By Lady Lucan on 31/03/2004 16:47:04
"By mile 11 I was incapable of talking and unable to remember how far we had run..." Forumite Lady Lucan's low-down on the Reading Half
, including my race partner, OB. My idea of a race strategy is to go off fast and hope to hang on at the end. At best, I can see the merits of even pacing. However, I agreed to defer to the more experienced runner, especially as he was the man with the gadget
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Fast tweaks: Four ways to shake up your schedule
By Dave Kuehls & Ruth Emmett on 21/08/2009 08:28:10
Elites get stronger by mixing up proven training principles. Why shouldn't you?
Some training strategies, such as speedwork or tempo runs, seem written in stone – learn the basics, apply them as directed, reap the results. But when you hit a rut, reach a plateau, or just get tired of the same old stuff, it's time
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Q+A: How can I avoid getting kicked in the face during the swim start?
By Ralph Hydes on 18/04/2012 14:11:10
. This will dramatically reduce your chances of being kicked by another swimmer. However, some races have limited space and if everyone is going to the back then this strategy isn’t going to help you much – and you’ll be a long way back from the start line.You can ask
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Nutrition FAQs
By Liz Applegate on 05/06/2002 19:41:20
Frequently-asked questions about the cocktail of spaghetti and sports drinks that puts the tiger in your tank
day and cut back on mileage the last few days before any race.Q: I’ve heard that I should stuff myself with spaghetti the night before a race. Is this really a good strategy?A: Spaghetti, or any other high-carbohydrate food, is a great ‘night
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TW Interviews: Chrissie Wellington
By on 04/10/2010 18:02:24
You asked the questions as Chrissie Wellington prepared to make it four wins out of four at the Ironman World Championships in Hawaii.
do you pace yourself? Do you stick to a predetermined pace or do you have a strategy that depends on what the competition is doing and how you are feeling? John Corrigan, CreweA. This is part of training. I train my body to race a certain
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RW Race Report - Reggae Marathon and Half
By Matt Gilbert on 06/09/2010 14:48:13
line within a torch-lit guard of honour.Excitement builds as the drummers raise their tempo to a crescendo, and we set off into the darkness towards Negril.I have no race strategy per se; mine is a more a Jack Bauer-style mission against the clock
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Reader to Reader: Fuel On The Run
By Catherine Lee on 20/08/2007 09:35:05
What's the best way to top up your energy reserves during a long run? Here's what you thought
Increasing your mileage in preparation of a marathon not only brings with it heavier training demands - you’ll need to pay much more attention to your refuelling strategies too. Sugar-coated sweets have been the snack of choice for this reader so
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