Training for a marathon is a daunting business – our free weekly marathon email is here to keep you informed, motivated and right on track.It runs from December to April, and its 16-week training schedule is aimed at April 26, 2009. Each email gives
RacingYou've trained for months, so don't blow it: race smart"The strategy that applies to almost any race is to run with your head for the first two-thirds of the race and with your heart for the final third," says coach Jack Daniels. Running
More than 30,000 runners will be taking on the Virgin London Marathon on Sunday – so we’ve called in some running legends to give you their best tips. Click through for inspiring advice from Paula Radcliffe, Steve Cram, Scott Overall, David Weir
Sam Murphy's tipsRun an assessment raceFebruary is a great time for an assessment race. It's been long enough for you to have made a discernible difference to your fitness level, but it's still far away from the big day for you to be able to put
It’s unlikely you’ll win every race you enter but you can be a winner every time you race by setting a new PB (personal best time). The full version of this article contains nine tips that - put simply - work. They go from timing your race right
at the start can also contribute to your sluggish feeling.Another tip is to make sure that youve had enough sleep in the build-up to the run. Concentrate on getting plenty of rest in the week beforehand, and especially two nights before the race. And don
run.The Dos and Don'ts of Race Nutrition (non-subscriber preview) Tasty tips and easy recipes to help you plan your perfect race build-up diet. Fundraising FocusRunning for charity? Wondering how you'll have time to fit in your fundraising as well
we asked Wellington for her top tips on making sure your mind is strong enough to carry your body through the tough times.Before you race, bike and run the course while listening to a selection of songs that mean something to you. You
final tip: after the long runs, the second most important session of your week is the Tuesday speedwork. But if you are feeling very tired after a long weekend run or race, it might be sensible to swap your Tuesday and Thursday sessions around.
and bike to run. We asked some of triathlon's leading elites, coaches and mentors for their tips to ensure speedy transitions.1. Get in the habitStart learning how to save precious seconds in the weeks and months leading up to your race. By setting aside
