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Post-Marathon: A Voyage of Recovery (Preview)
By on 18/04/2011 07:58:48
Start your marathon recovery on the right foot
(or resume) any weight-loss regime during this time – your body requires a full complement of nutrients to recover from the stress of the race. Of course, if you are still gaining weight after your first recovery week, you might want to consider
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Post-Marathon: A Voyage of Recovery
By on 18/04/2011 07:05:29
Start your marathon recovery on the right foot
(or resume) any weight-loss regime during this time – your body requires a full complement of nutrients to recover from the stress of the race. Of course, if you are still gaining weight after your first recovery week, you might want to consider
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The Science of Recovery
By Sam Murphy on 10/02/2011 10:42:44
RW puts seven recovery techniques under the microscope
the belief that, unless you're running 80 miles a week or churning out sub-2:45 marathons, recovery doesn't really matter. The evidence certainly suggests otherwise. Sidestepping good recovery practice can leave you more susceptible to aches, pains, colds
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Q+A: Is coffee an acceptable recovery drink?
By on 12/04/2011 11:00:57
Q. I quite often 'refuel' with a coffee after a long run or ride. Is this doing me more harm than good, or is it an acceptable recovery drink?A. Restoring water and electrolyte balance is an essential part of the recovery process after any exercise
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Dress to Compress: The Facts
By Justin Bowyer on 29/07/2011 15:00:00
Find the gear that can squeeze more from your performance, speed your post-run recovery and keep you injury-free
Over the last five years or so, you could not have failed to notice an increasing number of the world's elite runners sporting figure-hugging race apparel. Even in the world of running mortals, your eyebrow probably barely twitches when you pitch up at the smallest of local 10K r...
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Virgin Active London Triathlon Countdown
By on 26/07/2011 15:00:00
From race day strategies to post-event recovery, we've got all the advice you need ahead of the Virgin Active London Triathlon 2011
London Triathlon 2011 gallery.Recovery RulesYou can expect a few aches and twinges in the first few days after the event. Kickstart your recovery by tucking into a nutritious meal packed with protein and carbohydrates. Ease off training for the following
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Pillow Talk: Easy Yoga Poses
By Sage Rountree on 01/08/2011 12:00:00
Recruit your pillow for gentle yoga poses to restore weary muscles
recovery. Do this sequence using pillows to lend support and also to give your weary body something comfortable to fall into to help you unwind. You don't have to rush into this routine - you can wait until you're showered and fed or do it before bed. Hold
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The Perfect Running Week
By Jeff Galloway on 24/06/2011 13:00:00
Find out why a structured schedule can keep you healthy and motivated
injury risk, and includes recovery time to avoid fatigue. Here's how to design your ideal running week.What to includeYour ideal week will feature a longer run to build endurance, a hilly run to improve your strength, and a scenic or social run
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Share Your VLM Stories
By on 18/04/2011 09:50:08
Tell us how you fared in this year's Virgin London Marathon
Congratulations on completing this year's Virgin London Marathon!Now that you've caught your breath, come and tell the world how your marathon went. Use our article submission page to tell us your story - you can even upload your photo too. You'll need to be a registered membe...
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Behind the Scenes: VLM Finish Line
By on 13/04/2011 09:50:00
doesn't stop when you reach the finish line - visit runnersworld.co.uk for expert recovery tips plus readers' VLM stories and photos. We'd love to hear about your race - tell your 2011 Virgin London Marathon story at www.runnersworld.co.uk/vlmstories.
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