1. Virgin London MarathonWhere? London When? AprilThe London Marathon has a reputation for being 'the big one' in British running, and with good reason. The numbers are staggering – a whopping 746,635 runners have completed the race, it’s broadcast
of time and effort to organise is wonderful when you see the runners' grateful, sweaty faces. As someone who has tried but never managed to run the distance, those who run the VLM deserve a big cheer!"Who organises it?A host of forumites help co
important thing a runner needs. There are two key words though: running and you. Firstly, don't run in a shoe designed for any other sport, because it won't provide the cushioning and stability that the repetitive action of running requires. Secondly, go
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1. Flora London Marathon Where: London When: April 26It’s the big one. Twenty-eight years of racing; 35,000 runners; and 26.2 miles around the streets of London. For runners of all kinds from the international elite to run/walkers, the Flora
kicks in, the Brass Monkey Half-Marathon is a ticket to your first PB of the year. Described by one runner as "fast, fun and freezing", the Brass Monkey’s flatter-than-flat rural road course should get most runners in under the 2:45 cut-off. Its rural
1. Zoo Stampede (Whipsnade Zoo 10K) Where: Bedfordshire When: June 7Kick off your racing career with something a little bit different – run with the animals – as well as 500 other runners – at the Whipsnade Zoo Stampede in Bedfordshire
: October 4This marathon along the shores of Scotland’s most famous loch is a very different beast from its big-city counterparts. Join a field of around a thousand other runners on a tranquil and quietly beautiful point-to-point tour of the Highlands. From
1. Snowdonia MarathonWhere? Gwynedd When? OctoberA world away from bustling urban races, the Snowdonia Marathon leads runners on a demanding rural route circling Snowdon, Wales' highest peak. You'll be rewarded with panoramic views down the valley
amount of HGH, your recovery will be hindered and you'll take longer to increase your aerobic fitness. Disrupted sleep can also interfere with your metabolism. Listen To Your BodyHow many rest days you need will vary from one runner to the next. What
