, but the flipside of the 104 degrees farenheit (40 degrees celsius) heat is that Bikram can be undeniably challenging. In running terms, a Bikram class requires preparation akin to that of a race: fail to prepare and prepare to fail and all that. So good old Mr

Kerry McCarthy is senior writer for Runner's World magazine. He has run 10 marathons, raced Usain Bolt and trained with Paula Radcliffe - but he hasn't been able to touch his toes since he was a child.Hello and welcome to our new Yoga for Runners

.GogglesGoggles are an essential bit of kit for any swimmer. There is a vast range out there, from tiny 'socket rockets' for pool racing, to larger masks suitable for open-water swimming. Goggle preference is a matter of personal taste and fit. You'll probably need to try a few

ahead of you.GogglesGoggles are an essential bit of kit for any swimmer. There is a vast range out there, from tiny 'socket rockets' for pool racing, to larger masks suitable for open-water swimming. Goggle preference is a matter of personal taste

Around here, we do lots of preaching about riding more and driving less, but we know that sometimes you need a car to get to a race or for a weekend getaway. But before you hang your £3,000 bike on a £30 rack, read on to find out which method

and remove all suspicious matter. Back-to-back flats are bad news in training or a race.4 Install the new tubeTwist open the valve of the new inner tube and pump in a little air, which makes it easier to stuff into the tyre. Thread the valve into the hole

consideration. And there is little point dragging out your competition bike for training in harsh conditions. "Think of the beautiful paintwork on your best racing bike all covered in mud, and your best wheels ploughing through the floods," says Fuller. "A cheap

on a run, take a deep breath. You will naturally straighten. Maintain that position and you're back on track.ShouldersBy the time you hit the run in a race you'll have expended a lot of energy on the swim and bike sections and so it is natural that your

with studies and research, others aren't as well grounded in science: in short, some rules are made for bending.Rule One: Always warm up and cool down.The Whole Truth: While a proper warm-up is a must, especially before a race, a cool-down isn't always

-distance triathlon in less than two hours is.MeasurableYou need to be able to measure your progress, such as swimming 1500m in 25 minutes. Try to avoid setting goals that are based on your race position, as this depends on the performance of other people, which you