adapting to a regular (or increasing) training load. Long runs, hard sessions and races also leave your immune system dramatically lowered, so knowing what to eat, drink and do immediately after exercise is vital for staying fit and healthy too.Keep Moving
known, is a persistent, unexplained dip in performance that continues even after you've had what you think is sufficient rest. The term 'overtraining' is, in truth, a little misleading - it's actually ineffective recovery and outside stresses that make
endurance event," says Horne. "Besides just feeling more rested and ready to tackle the day ahead, adequate sleep – at least seven hours, uninterrupted – can make a big difference in your recovery."Sleep is divided into five stages – the first four
?A The best defence against colds and flu is a strong and healthy immune system. A wealth of natural remedies is available that can both alleviate symptoms and strengthen your natural immunity. Essential oils are one possibility. Cinnamon leaf essential oil
You know that adding some weight training to your programme will help your running by making you more stable and powerful, but what if you don’t fancy joining a gym? Here’s the answer: stay at home and use your own body weight for all-round strength
the base on which the rest of your running is built. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced runner concentrating on your core will ensure you become both fitter and faster.Where exactly is your core?Your core section (commonly called your torso
; the parasympathetic is concerned with resting and digestion. In triathlon terms, sympathetic is hammering down the road; parasympathetic is taking a break at a rest stop. Chronic stress throws them off-kilter, so you spend too much time in ramped-up mode, which can
a persistent problem for many runners. It is well recognised that exercise, and the increase in metabolism associated with it, causes the mucous membranes or internal skin tissue within the nose and sinuses to produce more mucous than when at rest
want and tick over gently. Your body and mind need a rest and hopefully you'll come back raring to go and be fully recovered for the rest of the season."Try something new"I always want to stay active after races," says professional Ironman athlete
