running kit on and heading out in to the fresh air.Q. What has been your career highlight so far?A. My career highlight so far is probably my 5th place at Banyoles world cup last year, the field was really strong and I finished behind 4 women who were
Imagine a marathon with seven starts, nine finishes and 1600 turns, run almost continuously for 48 hours on a course only 328ft long. Imagine a marathon at which whales, seals and penguins are the only spectators. Imagine a marathon run
We all know that our feet are delicate and need a good pair of running shoes to protect them from what lies underfoot. What many of us don’t consider is that a good pair of socks is almost as important to protect your delicate tootsies from injury
.www.lloydspharmacy.comPolar RS200, £95 The RS200 is designed specifically for running and as a result has stacks of features useful to both beginners and serious athletes. It has features unique to Polar including Own Zone which uses heart-rate variability during your warm
Welcome to the Runner's World Autumn Shoe Guide 2009. You'll find reviews of 28 of the best new running shoes on the market here, as well as an insight into the technologies they contain and plenty of expert advice. There are shoes for all shapes
Just as it should have been warming up for the longer runs, it got colder than ever. Now all the hard work is done but you have the delicate job of getting the taper right. Thanks to the unusual conditions everything may not be straight forward, so
in your intended marathon kitPlan to run with friends or a training group. This will make the long run easier and more enjoyable.
try looking at an insulting entry such as 'couldn't be bothered' without grabbing your running shoes.Not swotting up on a raceEvery race is different, but your preparation for each should be precise and complete. Taking part in an event without knowing
. In fact, it would be more useful to run wearing most of the kit and equipment. For pre-race competitions your best bet is the Newcastle Town Moor Marathon in chilly mid-November.Date: 10-18 DecemberPlace: Patriot Hills, AntarcticaCost: £8,180Get involved
Gone are the days when runners would rate our efforts based on the colour of their cheeks after a run. Heart-rate monitors are now so easy to use, affordable and accurate that there's no excuse for skipping the science bit in your training. Most