or drink, and had notched up a hearty 49 years. But when doctors ran tests, a biopsy revealed throat cancer."Right after the biopsy he went for a run," Dave’s wife Liz, aka forum member School Runner, told RW. "It reminded him that there are loads of people
or the New Forest. And, unlike the Great North Run, it’s not on telly.But this marathon, in a sleepy market town just outside Oxford, is hugely popular. Race day isn't until October 22, but the event's 1,000 places have long been snapped up – 107 of them
, or is it OK just to cut back the miles?"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
Triathlon events have grown fast in popularity over the last couple of years, and this week's questioner is just one of many RW members thinking of giving the run/bike/swim thing a whirl..."I am a plodder (mainly 2-hour half marathons; FLM last year
This week's questioner loves his running and loves his beer. But do they mix?"How much harm will a skinful of ale a week before a marathon do me? I'm running my first full marathon of the year on Sunday 29 April, six days after St George's Day. St
was thinking I'd lose weight if I eat microwave meals for lunch and dinner, because they only have about 8g of fat and 300 calories. I'm running about four miles every day, I'm male, 5'6", 195lb."– Cliff RosaYour best answers...I used to be the Convenience Food
whether Jane can make a digest of these responses that's fit for family viewing! – VelociraptorDitching the cool-down makes you faint and soreThink about it! Especially during 100m efforts, which I assume are at a fast pace, your muscles are making great