’, the Hawkshead Trail 15K is more than just a tough trail course. Part of the slick and popular PUMA Lakeland Trails series, there’s something for everyone – whether you join Nordic walkers and joggers or press-gang your family into the children's fun runs

events like marathons and triathlons.Why do I need to carb-load? Your body can only store enough glycogen (energy) to sustain 90 minutes of exercise. After this point, without sufficient extra fuelling you're in danger of running out of energy

Spring is the perfect time to get some 10Ks under your belt, whether you're planning to run your very first race or fancy a quick sharpener after months of marathon training.Clandon Park 10K (Guildford, April 24)Grab your family and friends - with a

1. Flora London Marathon Where: London When: April 26It’s the big one. Twenty-eight years of racing; 35,000 runners; and 26.2 miles around the streets of London. For runners of all kinds from the international elite to run/walkers, the Flora

1. Virgin London MarathonWhere? London When? AprilThe London Marathon has a reputation for being 'the big one' in British running, and with good reason. The numbers are staggering – a whopping 746,635 runners have completed the race, it’s broadcast

.What this also means is that where many beginner triathletes can make huge strides by finessing their technique, I have to face facts: if I want more speed, I'll have to work for it.Not only that, I've got work to do on my fitness in general. After running

will be cheered by the stunning views of the lake, noisy crowd support as the route passes through local villages, and the ubiquitous Kendal mint cake. 8. Northumberland Coastal Run 14Where: Northumberland When: July 12Perhaps not one for GPS

Closing Soon...Wedgnock Winter Hills & Spills Series (Race 1) (Warwickshire, November 7) If the scenery at this new race series doesn’t take your breath away, the tough climbs will.Poppy Run 5 (Lincolnshire, November 8) Raise money for the Poppy

raisins and cinnamon for a sweet but healthy treat. Preheat an oven to 180ºC (Gas Mark 4). Core the apples so you have a small hole in each one, and run a knife through the skin around the middle of each apple. Pop the apples in an ovenproof dish and fill

Runners need carbs - it's as simple as that. Carbohydrate is the fuel that keeps your body moving - the amount of glycogen stored in your muscles affects how long and hard you can run.Paying attention to your carbohydrate needs doesn't just mean