. But running is what I’ve always done, and hopefully always will do.The secret of my success Pure stubbornness got me through my recovery. I was determined that the accident wasn’t going to decide what I’d do for the rest of my life. What I’ve learnt Anything

'clock Lowlights - Apart from being sick just at the finish line there really weren't any Key to success -High mileage training from January onwards Running partner - Rachel Pleeth - keeping me on trackMark Irvine, 2:51This was only my second marathon; I ran

on the Tuesday after!Key to success? Put your name on the front and back of your running top! Mind over matter - my cough "miraculously" disappeared for 8 hours!A day which I will never forget, a truly life-changing event, worth every ounce of effort.Kerzo, 7

exercise. She swims, bikes, walks and jogs, and after two months, her resting heart rate has dropped to 48 beats per minute, her motivation is sky high, and she has been able to fit in the demands of her training around a busy work and social life

that has given me so much joy. It nearly ruined my life.It’s more difficult to wait patiently while your body and mind go through the changes necessary to be successful at any distance, whether it’s a mile or a marathon. If your impatience causes you

"I have been running for three-and-a-half years, and the last year has been a bit confusing. In terms of racing it's been a success, but training has been difficult. Normally I train every day (70-80 miles a week), and take a rest when I need one. I

Put a pin in itAfter great initial success with a gold at the World Youth Championships in 2006, Harry suffered from a spinal injury which took him out of action for almost a year. Stress fractures on the vertebral column in his back meant he

'll start to feel a little more real.How do you cope with the pressure of being one of the leading contenders for a Team GB medal in the London 2012 open-water event?I must admit that I'm trying not to think about it. Ultimately, I can only control my own

've put together this guide to help you become the runner you want to be. The Runner's World Complete Guide to Women's Running is packed with expert training advice, proven weight-loss strategies, can't-fail motivation tips and inspirational real–life

of real-life runners – from Runner’s World readers to Runner’s World staff, scientific researchers to elite athletes – and asked them point-blank: what training methods have worked best for you?Their answers were as varied and imaginative as runners