on to the water within our body. Every day we lose fluid by sweating, breathing and urinating. It's the sweating in particular that runners need to pay attention to because as soon as you start to run, you start to dehydrate. About 75 per cent of the energy you

're not using in order to save energy and run more efficiently, says William Gayton, a sports psychologist at the University of Southern Maine, USA. "Your forehead muscles don't need to be tense." 3. Challenge negative self-talk Seize your power to reframe

follows quiet country lanes and laps the beautiful Priory Park, with a few climbs thrown in for good measure.-- London Pride Run 10K, August 15 Filling Up Fast…London Pride Run 10K (August 15) Renowned for its fantastic atmosphere

bulky, high-fibre foods before a run or swim as these can cause abdominal discomfort.If you want a snack, eat one with a medium to high glycaemic index, such as a cereal bar, a glass of fruit smoothie, a banana or a small box of raisins 30-60 minutes

shoes are designed to address a vast variety of foot shapes, weight differences and biomechanical anomalies. "Gait assessment will make sure you are running in the right footwear, which will aid your running efficiency and reduce the risk of injury

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When? June 14Makes the top five for the third year running, with participants raving about the slick organisation, the stunning scenery and the challenge posed by the numerous tracks and trails through the woods and parkland along the route.YOU SAY "The

efficient. Train on time not speed or distance for the longer sessions. If you need to improve endurance without losing speed, run twice on the same day. (One could be a brisk run the other run after a bike.) You simply will not lose speed unless you run

in the early hours to run. Her physical strengths are her endurance and her ability to withstand a good weekly mileage of around 60 miles per week.  Sue also has a smooth and efficient running style. This is great for energy-saving economical running that a

hormones. But when a heavy training schedule puts pressure on your immune system, you can ensure that you make healthy diet choices.The key to maintaining an efficient and effective immune system is to consume enough of the nutrients that play a vital role