Ingredients (serves 4)4 chicken breasts5 tbsp olive oil2 tsp cumin seeds, finely ground2 garlic cloves, crushedSalt and freshly ground black pepper400g wild rice, or white and wild rice mixed500g cooked beetroot, chopped into chunks1 bunch spring

patterns.If pasta is not your meal of choice you can try one of these alternatives for your pre-race main meal:➽ Chicken with rice or potatoes and some peas➽ Chicken with quinoa - for those of you who favour a higher protein content➽ Baked potato with tuna

quality pre- or post-run fuel for unscheduled sessions.Stock up"When work is hectic and you're training hard, life can get pretty crazy," says Appleman. Stock your kitchen with quality easy-prep basics such as  pasta, rice, beans, fresh and frozen veg

balanced meal that is rich in protein and carbohydrate as soon as possible after running. Something like a peanut butter sandwich or chicken with rice makes the ideal post-run fuel.5. Running for TreatsMistake: According to personal trainer Paul Richardson