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free radical damage, and protein to repair muscle fibres after a run." You're also encouraged to eat small meals six times a day, which is a great way to build up your glycogen reserves between runs.Take-away tip Allow yourself a weekly indulgence
Time not givenIt was my first marathon, aged 40 plus, and I only started running 2 years ago. I trained so hard and nearly gave up once or twice as I trained on my own and I began to hate Sundays for the long run. But I persevered and the main thing
for the last bit - at least there are pictures of me running in The Mall. I finished in a respectable 4:22.48.I really enjoyed the whole experience. The crowds all the way were brilliant and so supportive - the tip about having your name on your vest is a must
to get your feet in and out with ease and go harder up any hills.For the runThis is the easiest discipline but after a swim and a bike the run becomes a little trickier. Your legs may feel like jelly and not want to work. It is important that you develop
Getty Images Running in hot, humid weather can be tricky. You’ll be keen to keep cranking out the miles through the summer months, but it’s crucial to protect yourself from sunstroke, heat exhaustion and sunburn – a risk even
, your best course of action is to stop and gently stretch the affected muscle. Massage can also help, but you really need to prevent cramps from occurring in the first place. Try these tips:Stretch your quadriceps thoroughly (right) after running
1. Arrive with plenty of time to set out your transition. 2. Walk around the whole area and know the swim entry, bike exit and entry and run exit. 3. Mark your area with something (if you're allowed). A brightly coloured towel is best. 4. Find a
you check out our guide to running your first marathon. It's packed with all the info, tips and advice you need to get kitted out and ready to go.If you're completely new to running, then our Get-Started Schedules will take you from zero to running
note, a self-adhering tube patch, a cleat screw and a master link." Mike McFalls"Keep a jar next to your front door (inside, not out). Every time you go for a ride, run or swim, throw a pound into it. The more you ride, the sooner you'll be able to buy
