Wanted: Coaching team. Must include running coach, sport psychologist, physiotherapist, nutritionist and doctor.What runner hasn't wished for a chance to work with a team of experts who can answer all their questions, tell them what to do, maybe
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from your body in every race you do can lead to injury, lasting fatigue and psychological issues, which can hamper your running for life."To read the full 14 fixes - including advice on hitting the right pace in each training session and performing well
runners. But whether you run a 2:30 or a 4:30 marathon, you too should up your sleeping game, says Professor Jim Horne from the Sleep Research Centre at Loughborough University. "Consistent, regular, good-quality sleep is vital when training for any
impacting those around you. Neil Aitken, Clapham Chasers (claphamchasers.co.uk) Ask for advice Always look for early signs of overtraining, from a tighter running gait all the way through to nausea – and don't be afraid to talk things through
Clubs regularly attend races as a teamThe days when running clubs were the sole preserve of ultra-competitive elite racers hell-bent on crushing the opposition at all costs and putting in more hours than Geb or Paula are thankfully long
race. "Consistency and knowing what works for you is key," he says.BAD HABIT: You never stretch It’s hard to squeeze in runs some days, never mind stretching. But tight muscles can contribute to shin splints, plantar fasciitis and muscle pulls, which
