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Horse Sense
By Andy Blackford on 04/09/2003 16:39:13
Ever wanted to try horse racing - well now's your chance. But the horse always wins
marshes, the only muscles I didnt pull were the ones I pushed.Man v Horse is run annually in Powys, Mid-Wales. It starts in the rain at Llanwrtyd Wells and finishes a mile away in the rain at Victoria Wells after a bracing wade through a thigh
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Pocket Race Guide: Autumn Leaves
By on 14/10/2011 11:00:57
Enjoy the rosy hues of autumn with these tree-lined chases
Brentwood Half-Marathon (plus Marathon, 10K and 2K) (Essex, October 30)Fall in love wih the trails with this atmospheric running festival set in the glorious Weald Country Park. Whether you're a trail newbie or a seasoned pro, there's a race
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Races of the Year 2011: Half-Marathon
By on 04/01/2012 14:45:32
Discover your top ten rated half-marathons in 2011
festival scored highly for atmosphere – and the flat route along Campbeltown Loch and Westport Beach makes for an unforgettable run. Enter online. 2. Tunbridge Wells Half-Marathon, KentDate in 2012: February 26This is a fixture that’s drawn thousands
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Your 60 Favourite Worldwide Races
By Runner's World on 08/12/2005 12:56:16
From the joy of the big city to the wilds of China... 60 tantalising races to start dreaming about
Rest-of-World RacesAnd there are highlights below. Incidentally, you're not too late to tell us about your own favourite worldwide race, if you've run a few. We'll add them into the article. Rave-Rated RacesLes Fouleés de la Soie, ChinaThe New York City, Comrades
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Races of the Year 2011: Marathon
By on 04/01/2012 15:35:14
Discover your top ten rated marathons in 2011
through – count ’em – 10 villages, all with similar levels of chocolate-box cuteness. Enter online.4. Baxters Loch Ness Marathon, Inverness, ScotlandDate in 2012: September 30You raved about this tranquil point-to-point tour of the Highlands. Marathon
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Forum Spotlight: Gearing Up for GNR
By Jane Hoskyn on 12/09/2006 17:44:48
How you're getting ready for the world's biggest half marathon
It's not a marathon and it's not got Paula Radcliffe, but the Great North Run is one humdinger of an event.This road race in Tyne and Wear attracts the kind of attention and numbers that many full marathons can only dream about. On October 1, when
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Reader To Reader: Baby it's cold outside
By Jane Hoskyn on 16/02/2007 12:31:29
So you've managed to get out the door in freezing weather - but then your legs refuse to warm up. What's the answer?
Sub-zero temperatures aren't very inviting, but at least running quickly gets the blood flowing and the body temperature cooking. In theory, anyway. One RW reader revealed on the forum that her legs never warm up when she's running in the cold
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Reader To Reader: Cross-Training for Core Strength
By Jane Hoskyn on 17/12/2006 12:17:38
What sort of cross-training is best for boosting core strength? Here's what you thought
you're doing it, as it's such fun. I certainly feel it's benefited my running, posture and overall body shape. – TwitchieThe cyling circles rave on about power yoga, though I haven't tried it. If so many cross-discipline atheletes buy
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BIG Heart Rate Training Index
By Runner's World on 14/04/2009 08:46:30
Our one-stop shop for heart rate training, packed with links to all the information and advice you need to get started
ranting or raving about the latest models?GETTY IMAGESGetting StartedEarly days with a heart rate monitor might feel like you're learning to run all over again – not only are you strapping on that odd-looking chest strap before stepping out the door
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Best of Gear
By Runner's World on 15/08/2003 12:38:40
Highlights and frequently asked questions from our Gear forum - plus RW gear test reports
Legwear - men: what do you wear under running tights?Legwear - can you run in waterproof trousers?Legwear - best winter running tightsNike technical gear - rave reportPertex vs Goretex / PacliteRacing - what to wear for my first race?RonHill DBX - any good
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